Burpengary has become the newest drawcard for mountain-bike riders after the opening of a purpose-built trail system designed to give families, beginners and skilled cyclists a dedicated place to ride.
The City of Moreton Bay stated that the project was created in response to growing interest in outdoor recreation and the need for more places where locals can stay active close to home.
The three-kilometre network, located near Grogan Road Park, includes wooden berms, boardwalks, rollers, jumps, a rock garden and timber ramps that riders can choose based on their confidence level.
Professional builders constructed the trails to support safer riding and reduce pressure on informal tracks often used by young people across the region. The project cost is noted at around $700,000, forming part of a broader strategy to support active lifestyles and provide more outdoor spaces across the region.
Community Benefits
Residents in the area have expressed interest in facilities that offer young people a place to challenge themselves while remaining in a safe, structured environment. Council explained in its announcement that the Burpengary trails are intended to give riders a central spot where they can practise, socialise and spend time outside without travelling long distances to other parts of the region.
The location also connects to nearby parkland, allowing families to use surrounding open spaces while riders make use of the features.
Design and Construction
The trail design emphasizes variety, allowing riders to progress at their own pace. The mix of dirt surfaces, timber elements and shaped terrain allows for different riding styles, which the builders structured to keep the flow transparent and predictable.
Signage around the trails guides riders on which areas suit entry-level skills and which sections cater to more advanced users. Council noted that the project forms part of its broader plan to increase outdoor recreation options as population growth continues across the region.
Moreton Bay will continue exploring further upgrades to recreation areas as the region expands.
Published 20-Nov-2025
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