Guided mountain biking tours offered at La Pine State Park
Experience the thrill of a two-hour mountain biking tour at La Pine State Park this summer. The first of four tours will be from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 28 .
Tour guide Patrick Ramirez of Cog Wild Bike Tours will lead participants through the trees and along the Deschutes River on one of the most scenic park trails. The Bend-based company designs a variety of specialized tours for mountain bike enthusiasts.
This event is part of Oregon State Parks’ Let’s Go Program, a series of outdoor skills workshops designed to introduce new outdoor recreational skills. Participants will learn off-road biking skills and drills, as well as basic information about proper equipment and safety gear.
Tours are also scheduled 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 17 , Thursday, July 20 and Thursday , Aug. 10. The events are free, but limited to eight participants. Registration is required. Call LaPine State Park at 541-536-2428 to register.
Participants can bring their own bikes, or the park has loaner bikes available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should bring water, snacks and helmets. Sunglasses and gloves are also recommended. All participants must wear bike helmets and be at least 12. Youth ages 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Unaccompanied minors must have a waiver form signed by a parent/guardian at the start of the event.
