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Bike Park at Mount Washington Alpine Resort:

Lift Accessed
Unlimited Riding

In the summer, MWAR offers a lift-accessed Bike Park, the Eagle's Flight Zipline Tour, sightseeing and hiking experiences, courtyard games like giant chess and checkers, a full-service licensed patio and more to explore. Mount Washington has a strong history with mountain biking, with the mecca of Cumberland right here at our doorstep. Not to mention all of the legendary events drawing crowds from all over to experience our coastal playground in the sunny season. Experience more adventures together with us and see that summer is more than just alright; it's all right here.

Your ISLAND BIKE PARK

Mt. Washington Alpine Resort is a Year-Round Recreation Destination

30-minutes from the Comox Valley, you'll find the mountain oasis of Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Towering 1,588 m above sea level boasts an impressive range of lift-accessed trail offerings from natural, hand-built tech trails to machine-built flow, offering excitement for all abilities! Look up from a burly machine-crafted trail to a perspective of alpine to ocean vistas. The perfect reprieve from a hard Cumberland pedal day.
 
Enjoy the authentic west coast, where the clock ticks a little slower. Island time radiates throughout the happy, laid-back locals who prosper in the bounty of fresh local fair, beautiful climate, and an endless coastal playground.
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Visiting only six times this summer makes a Season Pass worthwhile compared to riding on single-day lift tickets. With all the exciting bike races, events and more on deck here in the alpine this season, why not make it simple with flexible and affordable lift-accessed biking you can enjoy any day all summer long.
Mount Washington Bike Park
Captain Richards named Mount Washington as he explored Canada's Pacific Coast in 1860; choosing the name Mount Washington after the Rear Admiral John Washington, who was the Official Hydrographer to the Royal Navy. Mount Washington Alpine Resort was established in 1979 by Henry Norie and Alex Linton, two Campbell River businessmen. Together with Norie, who owned a helicopter, they surveyed the mountain. Construction commenced in 1977, making Mt. Washington one of the first master-planned resorts in British Columbia, officially opening to the public in 1979.

The Bike Park has taken shape over the last two decades... Home of Vancouver Island's only lift accessed Bike Park, the gnarly Monster Mile trail and events like the beloved Steve Smith Memorial and legendary Bearclaw Invitational, there's always something to look forward to during summer at Mount Washington.
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Bike Park at Mount Washington
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Bike Rentals at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

NEW DirtPak
3 Shareable Bike Park Lift Tickets

Introducing the DirtPak – a shareable 3-pack of bike park day tickets, perfect for any day during the 2024 Summer Season. Save up to 18% compared to single-day lift tickets and hit the trails with your friends! This is one of the best savings options we’re offering this summer. Only available to purchase in person at the ticket windows. No blackout dates – ride whenever you want!
Bike Tickets
Bike Park Season Passes

Bike Park Season Passes:
Ride Any Day All Summer 2024

Cruise the trails this summer in the Mt. Washington Bike Park! Offering a variety of lift-accessed downhill mountain bike trails, with beginner to expert terrain, a skills park, and exciting new expansions! Big things are in store for the Bike Park. Don't miss out on flexible access any day you want with a Bike Park Season Pass! Ride just 7 days all summer to make it worthwhile.
Bike Passes
Mount Washington Expansion

2024 Bike Park Expansion
What's New on the Trails?

2024 Bike Park Expansion Projects, NOW OPEN!

This summer we are pleased to announce some new trails, upgrades and features to the bike park. We hope to see you here and riding them soon!

  • A NEW 1.4 km-long blue flow trail OSEZNO, built by Darren Berrecloth.
  • Hwy 19 and The Wiz trail rebuilds in the Good Time Glades
  • Greenline re-route on lower Tyee
  • Upgraded Time Warp start and finish areas
  • and more still to be announced!
Our trail crew was busy last summer and in the fall of 2023 to prepare these new trail openings for you to enjoy early this summer. Thanks for visiting the Bike Park!
Bike Report
Bike Park Rental and Lift Ticket Package Savings

Mtn Bike Rental & Lift Ticket
Super Discounted Package Savings!

NEW Bike lift ticket & equipment rental packages: starting from just $174 for an adult to rent a full mountain bike, helmet and armor package along with a full day lift ticket. Package savings offer 23% off these products compared to purchasing individually last summer.
Rental & Ticket Packages
Mount Washington Progression Guide

Progression Guide
Bike Park

Mountain biking on the trails of the Mount Washington Bike Park is demanding on both the bike and body. Please follow the safety information on this page to help you get the most out of your day.

Injuries are a common and expected part of mountain biking. We strongly suggest that full-face helmets, full-length gloves, biking armour and a full-suspension bike be used in the Bike Park. If you are new to mountain biking at Mount Washington, or the Parent or Guardian of a younger rider, please familiarize yourself with the bike park and the mountain biking activities we offer. Introductory mountain biking lessons and beginner mountain biking terrain are available and recommended. More challenging terrain and features should not be attempted unless the rider has the appropriate skills, experience and equipment to effectively negotiate such trail sections.

Progression Guide
Mount Washington Bike Park

Orientation Guide
Bike Levels

Find out your bike park riding level and discover what trails, lessons, or camps are best suited to you and make your experience in our bike park a memorable one.
Bike Orientation Guide

Progression Guide

Progression Guide

Bike Park Infomation

Bike Park Report at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Bike Trail Report
What's open in the Bike Park

Our trail report will keep you informed; find out about the weather, the trails operational status, openings and closings, lift-access, trail stats and much more. We update this report daily to keep up to date so you can ride your fav trails all summer long.
Bike Trail Report
Mount Washington Bike Lesson

Bike School
Lessons, Camps and Programs

Whether you're looking for an introductory, group, private, or package lesson, we have something tailored to fit the needs of all downhill mountain bike riders looking to get a taste of the Bike Park. If you’re comfortable riding a bike on pavement, we’ll have you loving our easy cruising trails and learning areas in no time!
Bike School
Mount Washington Bike Park Group Lessons

Summer Groups
For all Skill Levels

Learn to Ride is an introductory group lesson package tailored to all skill levels of downhill mountain bike riders looking to get a taste of the Bike Park. If you’re comfortable riding a bike on pavement, we’ll have you loving our easy cruising trails and learning areas in no time!

Summer Groups
Bike Shop & Repairs at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Bike Shop
Bike Parts and Repairs

The Outdoor Element's store carries the latest in summer sports technologies. Built with skill progression in mind, the equipment is ideal for novice and intermediate riders. We do not rent clothing, goggles or gloves - these items are available at retail locations.
Bike Shop
Bike Park Tickets at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Tickets and Passes
Purchase Tickets Online

Ride the Mount Washington Bike Park on single-day lift tickets or SAVE with multi-day access. A Season Pass is the best value to ride any day all summer long!
Purchase Now
Summer Safety at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Summer Safety
at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is the place to be this summer, enjoy lift accessed riding in the bike park, hike in the alpine, ride our scenic chairlift all summer long with your family and friends safetly. To learn more follow the link to review our safety policies.
Safety
Ability Levels for Mtn Biking

Ability Levels
What Rider are You?

Not sure about what level you're riding at? Please review our LEVEL Description page to get a better idea of where your riding is at and what course or camp is the best fit for you.
Ability Levels

Trail Maps

Summer Maps

ZipTour Map (PDF)

Bike Park Map (PDF)

Hiking Trail (PDF)

Bike Festival Stevie Smith Memorial at Mount Washington Alpine Resort

VI BIKE FESTIVAL AUGUST 22 - 25
Stevie Smith Memorial DH Canada Cup

VI Bike Festival invites the enthusiasts, the casual cyclists, the curious and the energetic to partake in activities and events all throughout the weekend. The Bike Park, Zipline Tours, Sightseeing and more attractions are open throughout race festivities. Music in the Mountains takes to the stage on Saturday afternoon from 3 – 5 pm, featuring Oktiv6 and Funkyard, followed by the Whip Off presented by Forbidden Bikes with tunes from local DJ and staff member Alpine Ambiance. Sunday is the main event, the annual Stevie Smith Memorial DH Race, and spectators are encouraged to cheer on racers tackling the gnarly Monster Mile trail. Click to view the full schedule and more details.
Bike Festival

Helpful Information

Hours

Want to see what is open during the summer?

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Trail Maps & Guides

View trail map information to navigate your adventures.

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Summer Apres

Summer Apres & Entertainment at Mount Washington

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Zipline Tours

Soar on the Eagle's Flight ZipTour.

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Recurring Special Discounts:

Learn to Ride

Weekly Learn to Ride Specials 50% off every Tuesday and Wednesday!

Lessons

Family Friday

View the events calendar for weekly ticket specials.

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Super Saturday

Bring a friend for 2 for 1 ticket discounts, BOGO free on Saturday's 5:30-7:39pm

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Women's Camp

Gravity MTB Women's Camp and DH Race Weekend!

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