Mountain Biking - Lake Mountain Alpine Resort

Be sure to check our News & Event dates before visiting the resort this October.

SUMMER ACTIVITY

Mountain Biking

RESORT CLOSURE – Resort reopens on Monday the 5th of October

Please note there will not be a shuttle service this season. Riders can still self-shuttle, which is a great option if you plan ahead with your mates. 

Lake Mountain has quickly become a favourite in the mountain biking community with runs descending for 30km from the top of Lake Mountain through beautiful alpine forest all the way down to Marysville. Mountain biking is back at Lake Mountain from the start of November (Cup Weekend). The iconic Cascades Trail will reopen for the summer season, giving riders the chance to return to the alpine environment, refreshed trail segments and the cruise through to Marysville. 

Keep an eye out for renewed sections of trail completed last year, including work at the back of Snowy Hill and below Sunds Road. Benny’s trail handiwork is ready for riders to enjoy, so ride within your ability, respect the mountain and make the most of the green season at Lake Mountain. 

Activity Information

Entry to Lake Mountain is FREE during the summer season (November to April), offering access to hiking, mountain biking, and scenic walks.

We’re open 7 days a week in summer. Our administration office is open Wednesday 8AM-4PM.

There will be NO available toilets on resort this coming summer.

The closest toilets available on resort are located down at the gate entry – Cascades toilets. These toilets are located on the left-hand side of the ticket box entry. Please see image below.

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MTB Trails

Cascades Trail - Granite Grind Upper

Closed 4.5km Intermediate

Grante rock, chucky boulders, Summit views, challenging terrain… Bring it on! This section has it all for those technical riders, just remember to bring a light jacket as the resort start can be a little chilly depending on the time of the season.

Cascades Trail - Snowy Hill to Arnolds Gap

Closed 3.7km Intermediate

Enjoy the new fast flowy section of the Cascades trail as you descend into Arnolds Gap. Yeww!!

Cascades Trail - Lower Granite Grind

Closed 4.5km Beginner

The Lower Granite Grind descends to a river crossing, before turning back uphill along a single track for a 2km climb back to the resort. A nice workout that goes through the old logging ruins and mountain ash forest.

Cascades Trail - Arnolds Gap to Resort Entry

Closed 5km Intermediate

Into the Rain forest cover and through to the tunnel of love! 5 km of up and down super flowy trail with some awesome new north shore sections along the way.

Cascades Trail - Resort Entry to Sunds Rd 1st

Closed 5.72km Intermediate

The last bit of climbing on Cascades to the Lunchroom. Have a much-deserved rest before smashing through into the land Of Ben the Bermy Berms flow track.

Cascades Trail - Sunds Rd 1st to Sunds Rd 2nd

Closed 2.56km Intermediate

The Ben the Bermy Berms section part of Cascades! Sunds rid 1. to Sunds Rd 2.

Cascades Trail - Sunds Rd 2nd to Lady Talbot Drv

Closed 3.8 Intermediate

You’re closing out to the end of the Cascades trail now, popping out onto Lady Talbot Drive right next to the amazing Taggerty River.

Cascades Trail - Lady Talbot Drive to Marysville

Closed 4.85km Beginner

The last but one of the most scenic parts of the trail, down along the Taggerty River through into Red Hill, popping you out onto Buxton-Marysville Road.

Lenny's Loop

Closed .9km Beginner

The ideal beginner trail for school groups and families, also good as a warm up before you try something more challenging.

Trigger Track

Closed 2.2km Beginner

Flow trail mixed with minor rock features. The easier start to Cascades that gives you a beginner flow cross country ride.

Ski Run 21

Closed 0.2km Advanced

A downhill ski run from the 1910’s, this technical downhill section provides a different option inside the Granite Grind trail. This short trail is ideal as a warm up for Cascades or a great way to challenge your mates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Always bring your own water as there is no potable water on the trail. We also strongly advise that you bring high energy snacks for a power boost along the way. Puncture kits are a must, plus warm and waterproof outwear in case the weather suddenly turns.

 

Read our basic guide on Mountain Biking here.

Unfortunately, there is no camping for the General public on resort unless you are in a self-contained van within the car park areas. Schools and group camping by permit only and subject to Lake Mountains approval. For any group bookings please send us an email or complete the enquiry form here.

Yes. Self-shuttling remains a great option for riders. 

Cascades Trail and the rest of the MTB network is planned to open from the start of November (Cup Weekend), subject to seasonal conditions and final trail readiness checks. 

No. There will not be a shuttle service this MTB season. Riders can self-shuttle. 

A number of trail segments were renewed last year, including sections at the back of Snowy Hill and below Sunds Road.  After the snow season, maintenance needs to occur to ensure the trails are clear of trees and in a safe condition for riders. 

Commercial shuttle services require correct permits for both resort and state forest access.  ARV is currently progressing a commercial licence opportunity for the Cascades trail and as such no other licences or permits will be issued at this time. 

ARV will continue to work on longer-term options for commercial service provision connected mountain biking at Lake Mountain, as well as broader green season activation opportunities.