Stromlo Forest Park is not only for mountain biking, even if that is what has earned it’s great reputation. A purpose built event pavilion, criterium cycling circuit, grass cross country running track and equestrian tracks are also part of this all purpose recreational park. And if you are keen to explore the Canberra countryside on foot there are various trails suitable for runners and walkers.
The park is about to be blessed with a number of BBQ’s and places to sit down, have a rest and take in the magnificent view. Accommodation and camping areas are on the drawing board as well as restaurants, cafes, shops and other commercial activities.
There are also plans for a Gondola and some thrill rides to make sure the full action spectra is covered.
CORC is a regional lobby group ensuring access to trails and developing facilities such as Mt Stromlo, Mt Majura, Tuggeranong Pines and Sparrow Hill. CORC is the largest mountain bike club in Australia and offers a variety of competitive and social activities for riders of all ages and abilities.
Mountain Bike Australia – MTBA is the body for mountain biking throughout Australia which is run by mountain bikers for mountain bikers. MTBA is the nation’s largest mountain biking association and it services as the national governing body for mountain biking throughout Australia.
Pedal Power is a community organisation in the Australian Capital Territory. It aims to get more people cycling, increase public awareness of the advantages of cycling, encourage the provision of bicycle facilities and disseminate information on bicycle safety, skills, maintenance and repair.
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Stromlo Forest Park
Stromlo Forest Park is not only for mountain biking, even if that is what has earned it’s great reputation. A purpose built event pavilion, criterium cycling circuit, grass cross country running track and equestrian tracks are also part of this all purpose recreational park. And if you are keen to explore the Canberra countryside on foot there are various trails suitable for runners and walkers.
The park is about to be blessed with a number of BBQ’s and places to sit down, have a rest and take in the magnificent view. Accommodation and camping areas are on the drawing board as well as restaurants, cafes, shops and other commercial activities.
There are also plans for a Gondola and some thrill rides to make sure the full action spectra is covered.
www.stromloforestpark.com.au
Visit Canberra
Visit Canberra is Canberra’s number one tourism site with everything to see and do when you’re not on the bike.
http://www.visitcanberra.com.au/
Canberra Off-Road Cyclists
CORC is a regional lobby group ensuring access to trails and developing facilities such as Mt Stromlo, Mt Majura, Tuggeranong Pines and Sparrow Hill. CORC is the largest mountain bike club in Australia and offers a variety of competitive and social activities for riders of all ages and abilities.
http://www.corc.asn.au/
Mountain Bike Australia
Mountain Bike Australia – MTBA is the body for mountain biking throughout Australia which is run by mountain bikers for mountain bikers. MTBA is the nation’s largest mountain biking association and it services as the national governing body for mountain biking throughout Australia.
http://www.mtba.asn.au/
Pedal Power Canberra Region Cycling
Pedal Power is a community organisation in the Australian Capital Territory. It aims to get more people cycling, increase public awareness of the advantages of cycling, encourage the provision of bicycle facilities and disseminate information on bicycle safety, skills, maintenance and repair.
http://www.pedalpower.org.au/
Canberra Mountain Bike Riders Code
http://www.tams.act.gov.au/move/cycling/cycling_information/mountain_bike_riders_code
NSW Mountain Bike Association
http://nswmtb.asn.au/v2/
Mountain Bike Victoria
http://www.mountainbikevictoria.com/