Mountain Biking in Nanaimo
There's a network of trails coming down from the mountains and ridges, stretching the entire length of the city's western borders. This is world-class mountain biking!
Local spots for mountain biking:
- All over Mount Benson
- Extension Ridge
- The Doumont Rd trails behind Brannen Lake
- The Linley Valley, in the Hammond Bay area
- Around Westwood Lake (very easy 6km trail)
- Between Extension Ridge and the Colliery Dams
MTB Maps and Clubs:
- Maps of local trails by Phil McG
- Greater Nanaimo Cycling Coalition - This group is very active in the city, promoting bicyclists' rights, safety, bike-friendly development, education, etc.
- Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club - Promotes, organizes, etc., like the GNCC - but with a focus on the steeper roads.
- Nanaimo BMX Club
- Midnight Bike Ride - Check out this awesome, wholesome urban biking phenomenon!
Bike Shops around Nanaimo
Arrowsmith Bikes (250) 758-6675
#4-4906 Wellington Rd, Nanaimo (and Parksville), BC, V9T 2H5
Hours - Nanaimo: | Mon to Sat 9-6 Sun 9-5 | Hours - Parksville: | Mon to Sat 9:30-5:30
Oak Bay Bicycles Nanaimo (250) 760-0211
2-5771 Turner Rd (Longwood Station), Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6L8
Hours: | Monday-Saturday 10-6 Sunday 12-4
