TRAIL RUNNING @ MYSTIC
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FAQ’s
Where am I allowed to run & can I run down Mountain Bike intended trails?
Runners must only use the designated uphill trails marked on this map (download here). Running or hiking down trails reserved exclusively for Mountain Bikers is strictly prohibited for your safety and the safety of other trail users.
Do I need to purchase a Mountain Pass when running / hiking at Mystic Bike Park?
Yes, all users of Mystic Bike Park require an active Mountain Pass and signed Safety Waiver.
I am practicing for an upcoming running event that goes through Mystic Bike Park - can I run that route outside of my race/event days?
Any running or hiking outside of your race/event days can only be done on these trails (download map). Running on trails that are reserved for Mountain Bikers is strictly prohibited for your safety and the safety of other users. Runners will also need to have an active Mountain Pass & signed Safety Waiver.
I am part of a commercial running event – can I access the park outside of my race days?
If you’re running in Mystic Bike Park outside of race/event day(s) you will need to purchase a Mountain Pass to access the park and run on the designated running trails only. Download Map.
What if I am part of a regular running group? What are my Mountain Pass options?
For visitors who come to the park more than eight times a year, an annual Mountain Pass offers a more cost-effective access option, giving you access 24/7 hour access. It renews annually on August 1st.
I am an event organiser - what permits do I need to run an event at Mystic Bike Park?
Please refer to our Event Permit application page for further advice and requirements.
Runners Guidelines
These guidelines below are in place to help riders, trail runners and hikers play harmoniously together at Mystic Mountain Bike Park.
All hikers and runners of Mystic Park are bound by the park’s trail running and hiking code of conduct below when entering and using the park.
Any hiker or runner not complying with both Codes will have their membership revoked and may face long-term bans from the park.
1. Purchase a Day or Annual Mountain Pass
All users of Mystic Park must hold a Mountain Pass, which can be purchased on an annual or single-day basis. Purchase Here.
2. USE DESIGNATED ‘ON-FOOT’ TRAILS ONLY
Runners and walkers must keep to trail designated for hiking only when running or hiking inside Mystic Park. Download Map.
3. STAY OFF MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS
Do not run or hike on any mountain bike trail that is not a designated on-foot or climbing trail.
4. STAY OFF THE SHUTTLE ROAD
Runners are hikers are allowed to use all firebreak roads. Please keep to one side and listen out for vehicles behind you. Due to high traffic collision risk, running or hiking on the shuttle vehicle road (Mystic Lane > Huggins Road > Moran Road) is prohibited.
5. BE ALERT TO YOUR SURROUNDINGS
It is recommended not to wear headphones when hiking or running on any mountain bike trail so that you can hear other users, riders and vehicles approaching.
6. COME PLAY ON DRY DAYS ONLY
Avoid running or hiking on mountain bike trails when wet as this can damage the trails. Treading on muddy trails causes rutting and maintenance headaches for the trail maintenance crew.
7. BE KIND TO THE MTB TRAILS
Please do not stand, walk or run on the edges of berms or edges of jumps as this can damage them.
8. GIVE WAY TO RIDERS
The majority of trails at Mystic Park has been developed primarily for mountain bike use. Hikers and runners must always giveaway to riders.