FAQ Trailbuilding


Trail design, development, and maintenance are key components of the MCMBA and mountain biking in Michigan.  Our trail design volunteers are trained by IMBA using standards developed by the National Park Service and National Forest Service.


  • Michigan Bicycling Expo

    Michigan Bicycling Expo

    The Michigan Mountain Biking Association is teaming up with The League of Michigan Bicyclists and the Michigan Trails & Greenways Association to present the first annual Michigan Bicycling Expo! When: January 26, 2014 Where: Michigan State University Pavilion 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI 48824 The Michigan Bicycling Expo is open to the general public.…

  • MDOT Cycling Survey

    MDOT Cycling Survey

    The Michigan Department of Transportation is conducting a research project that will attempt to quantify the economic and community benefits of bicycling in Michigan. Part of this project is a detailed online survey on your cycling and spending habits and contributions to the Michigan economy. http://surveymonkey.com/s/MDOTsurvey So many of us spend thousands each year biking,…

  • Ridge Rocker

    Ridge Rocker

    This Saturday, a race event to benefit Beacons of Hope is being held on our trails at Island Lake Recreation Area. It’s a good cause – go register! http://ridgerocker.com/ (If you’re not up to the race, please consider volunteering. Course marking, road crossings, registration – think they’ll need help everywhere.  It would be great to…