Skills Course

Ride Smart!

Crashes can happen on your first lap. Slow down before you speed up.

Pre-Ride

Warm up the brain and body by inspecting the trail slowly. Take the time to check your equipment.

Re-Ride

Ride the trail multiple times and get to know the flow of the features.

Free Ride

Start small and work your way up to faster speeds and larger features.

Park hours are 6am to 10pm, but the skills course should only be ridden with sufficient daylight. There is no nighttime lighting for the skills course area.

Mountain biking is inherently dangerous and use of this skills area and features involves the risk of serious injury or death. You control the degree of risk you will encounter in using the skills area.

Sections of the skills vary in difficulty. Choose features that are within your ability. Always ride in control and within your ability.

Helmets are mandatory on all trails and bike park features. Protective padding is strongly recommended.

Obey all signs and warnings. Do not enter the skills area or use features when closed. They are closed for a reason.

Only one rider may use a feature at a time. Riders must wait until the previous rider is completely clear before using the feature.

Pedestrians must stay clear of the bike paths and should not walk or stand on the track or features. Spectators should be clear of riding areas and ensure they remain visible for riders.

No stopping in the middle of the skills area. Exit the trail or move off of pavement when stopped. Be aware of areas of poor visibility for incoming riders.

• All pets must be leashed and in control.
• Alcohol and controlled substances prohibited.
• No motorized vehicles (including remote controlled vehicles). Class 1 e-bikes are allowed.
• Disruption of the peace prohibited.

The City of Joplin does not supervise the use of this facility or equipment and shall not be liable for any harm or personal injury resulting from the use of this facility, including the bike park or trail features. You are responsible for your own safety.