Location for Victor Harbor Mountain Bike Park Secured
The land, known as Brown Hill, is located off Waterport Road and has dynamic topography ideal for mountain biking and hiking. It is complemented by scenic views stretching across the township and coastline of Victor Harbor.
The Government of South Australia provided a $1 million grant to support the acquisition of land for the development of mountain bike trails.
The securing of the land is the culmination of years of work by Council staff and several passionate community members, including Karl Lang and Shirley Sunter, among others.
City of Victor Harbor Mayor, Dr Moira Jenkins, said there will be many who are ecstatic to hear there is now a location for the mountain bike park.
“From the get-go, this project has had broad community support and input. When we developed our Mountain Bike Strategy in consultation with the community in 2021, it was clear that a mountain bike park was a highly desired asset for our coastal city,” said Mayor Jenkins.
“A few very passionate community members have been vital in the advocacy for this project, and their efforts and enthusiasm have brought this idea to life, delivering something very special for the local community and visiting mountain bikers.”
“Council extends our appreciation to the Government of South Australia for their significant contribution towards the land purchase.”
Council will take official ownership of the land in mid-2026. Works to develop the land will be undertaken over several years once a masterplan is developed.
City of Victor Harbor Chief Executive Officer, Victoria MacKirdy, said Council is planning for the project’s next steps.
“Our initial concept designs developed in 2021 proposed four tracks with varying difficulty levels and lengths. These designs now need to be reviewed and a masterplan developed. Funding for this will be considered as part of Council’s 2026/27 budget preparations,” said Ms MacKirdy.
“Development of the park will be staged. We’re aiming to have some elements of the park delivered within five years, and that will include public access for both walkers and riders.”
Details such as the type and number of facilities will be determined through the master planning process.