Mountain Biking & Cycling

Just 30 minutes from Courtenay, Mount Washington Alpine Resort’s Bike Park is a great way to sneak in some lift-access riding throughout the summer. The bike park is open from July through September, offering great terrain for everyone from first-time beginners to daring descenders.

Cumberland is home to a world-class mountain bike network that welcomes thousands of visitors each year. You can’t talk about mountain biking on Vancouver Island without mentioning Cumberland. This tiny town with a deep history of coal mining wasn’t always so bike-focused. It wasn’t until the early 2000s that riding truly started growing in “Dodge City,” driven by a few key individuals who saw promise in steep mountainsides and emerald forests. Trail building came hot on the back wheel of the early heyday of freeride and the older trails in Cumberland
reflect this, with steep, gnarly drop-ins and the rotting wood of retired stunts laying off to the side of trails.

Hornby Island's trails are steeped in history, lovingly crafted over three decades ago by a dedicated group of mountain biking pioneers. Accessing the trails couldn't be easier. You're never more than a 10-minute ride or walk from an access point, with multiple entryways scattered across the island. With over 80 km of singletrack to explore, you'll be thrilled you made the trip to experience Hornby's legendary trails.d

The Comox Valley Cycling Coalition is a passionate organization working to create a safe and accessible environment for cyclists of all levels. Promoting cycling as an effective, economical, healthy, and environmentally friendly way to get around, they engage with all levels of government to enhance cycling infrastructure. 

Check out the CV Cycling Coalition's interactive regional and urban Cycling maps for information on Parks, Points of Interest, Hill Information, Cycling Shops and more. 

Regional Cycling Map

Urban Cycling Map