FAQ Trailbuilding

Motor City Mountain Biking Association

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.

  • FAQ IMBA

    FAQ IMBA

    The Motor City Mountain Biking Association is a chapter of International Mountain Biking Association promoting mountain biking in the Metropolitan Detroit area.

  • Proud Lake Recreation Area Overview

    Proud Lake Recreation Area Overview

    Proud Lake The trails open to mountain biking are west of Wixom Road. They are now in great shape due in large part to MMBA volunteers. All are shared with equestrians, so check your speed, stay alert, and be prepared to yield the trail. Trail Status: open Trail Miles: 10 Entry Fees: All vehicles entering the…

  • Island Lake Recreation Area Overview

    Island Lake Recreation Area Overview

    Island Lake Recreation Area 25 years ago, the MMBA began work reestablishing the overgrown and long neglected Island Lake Recreation Area trail system. Today, these trails are now one of Michigan’s most popular mountain bike trail destinations. Many a mountain biker can claim Island Lake as their first singletrack experience, and it’s a great place…