Stromlo Forest Park in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | arena & sports venue

Stromlo Forest Park

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +6162078484

Address: Dave McInnes Road 2611 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: https://www.stromloforestpark.act.gov.au/

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19.05.2022 A reminder to sign up for the Stromlo Forest Park volunteer build session! Tomorrow afternoon, sign up here: https://www.stromloforestpark.act.gov.au/about/volunteer

02.05.2022 National Volunteer Week is this week and we're celebrating all of the amazing people who make Stromlo Forest Park what it is, from community groups and clubs through to our trail volunteers What better way to celebrate than with a volunteer build day?! This Friday afternoon our volunteers will be working on creating a new section of the Brittle Gums trail ... For more information and sign up forms, please see https://www.stromloforestpark.act.gov.au/about/volunteer or email [email protected]

23.01.2022 New Trail Day - Saturday 12 September 2020! It’s official, the two new trails are open to the public this weekend. The new two-kilometre blue mountain flow trail will challenge intermediate and advanced riders with jumps, berms and sweeping views across Canberra.... The second new trail is a two-kilometre coaching trail that has been designed to encourage the next generation of riders and a place for beginners to skill up. The coaching trail will be available for groups to book for training and skills sessions or for school holiday groups. For bookings: https://bit.ly/32eMbVE Please be mindful that these new trails cross equestrian/walking trails. Get a feel for the new trails this weekend as voting will open soon for the new trail names, more details to follow... Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

23.01.2022 N A M E T H A T T R A I L The new trails at Stromlo Forest Park are complete, all that’s left is to name them! Traditionally new trails are named by the trail makers. This time round the trail makers have provided names for the public to choose. It’s now over to you to vote... Vote for new trail names here: https://bit.ly/2RePIgr Voting closes: 1/10/2020. View the terms and conditions here: https://bit.ly/32jfdnj Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

22.01.2022 Stromlo Forest Park offers 48km of mountain bike trails catering to the beginner up to the advanced. If you are new to mountain biking, know your limits and skill up before you attempt difficult trails Trail etiquette: - Tracks are one way - Pull off the track if you need to stop ... - Know your limits - Be aware of other users - On shared trails, yield to other users Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.

22.01.2022 Stromlo Forest Park is a shared use facility between horse riders, pedestrians and cyclists. Trail etiquette and safety requires cyclists to give way to other users. What to do when bike meets horse: Slow down and stop.... Do not use a bike bell. Talk to the horse rider. A friendly voice saying Hello, can I pass? tells the horse you are human and not a machine/threat. Wait for instructions from the horse rider or for the horse to pass and reach a safe distance. If permission to pass is received from the rider, slowly and calmly pass the horse allowing adequate space. Avoid making any sudden or unexpected movements or noise. If a horse/rider is struggling with the situation, remain still and slowly remove your helmet so the horse can see a human face. Animal instinct will, in most cases, determine a horse’s initial flight/run reaction. It is important for the safety of both the horse rider and cyclist to follow these steps. Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.

22.01.2022 Two new trails opened at Stromlo Forest Park in September 2020 and the new trail names were handed over to the public for voting. We are excited to announce the most popular trail names are: 'Trebuchet’ which took the win for the blue level flow trail.... 'Evolution’ was the clear winner for the green/blue level coaching loop. Thank you to everyone who voted, it was great to see over 950 votes! Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.

22.01.2022 REMINDER Restricted access at Stromlo this weekend! The Stromlo Running Festival is being held 21 & 22 November 2020 and the following restrictions will be in place: Criterium Track: Closed... Cross Country Running Track: Closed Fire Trails: Restricted 5.30am to 3.30pm Saturday and 5.30am to 12.30pm Sunday Mountain Bike Tracks: Restricted 5.30am to 3.30pm Saturday and 5.30am to 12.30pm Sunday We strongly recommend that you visit after 3.30pm to avoid the congestion. If you are accessing the site in the morning please be aware of runners.

18.01.2022 Dynamic Motivation are not running the shuttle bus at Stromlo Forest Park this weekend 25 and 26 July, for the health and well-being of the wider cycling community. COVID-19 in the ACT and NSW is an evolving situation, please keep an eye on social media and Stromlo Forest Park website for updates. Noting Handlebar Café, running, cycling and equestrian tracks remain open as usual.

17.01.2022 In line with ACT Government sportsgrounds, the Cross Country Running Track at Stromlo Forest Park is CLOSED from Wednesday 19 August to Friday 21 August. A further assessment will be undertaken on Friday and updates will be provided. Produced by the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.

16.01.2022 The male and female bathrooms and changerooms at Stromlo Forest Park are getting a lick of paint next week and will be closed from Monday 10th - Friday 14th August. Some areas around the Pavilion may also be restricted however you will be able to safely access the Criterium. Portaloos will be available in the main carpark and the bathroom at Blue Gums will remain open. Thanks for you patience and understanding.

16.01.2022 The Cross Country Running Track will be closed Monday 26th - Friday 30th October 2020 for turf renovation.

15.01.2022 If you're planning a trip to Stromlo this weekend, there are a few restrictions due to an event on site. On Sunday 18 October 2020, the following areas will restricted/closed: The main gate to Stromlo Forest Park will be closed to the public until 9am.... The Cross-Country Running Track and Criterium Track will be in use until 12pm. Thank you for your understanding. Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.

14.01.2022 Have you heard about the new 4km of trails at Stromlo Forest Park? The new trails are NOT YET OPEN to the public as they are still soft from the recent rains. We are as keen as you are to get out there, however, riding on them now will cause damage and delay the opening. With this sunny weather, it won't be long until the trails dry out and you can get out there! Stay tuned to FB and our website for opening details.

14.01.2022 Heading to Stromlo this weekend? Not keen on the climb? Mount Stromlo Road is open! Mount Stromlo Observatory

10.01.2022 Plans are in development to design and cost a future freestyle BMX facility! The previous jumps have been decommissioned and there are plans for a new future Freestyle BMX facility located in a slightly different position that will cater for all riding levels ie beginners, novice and professional. Management is creating ‘shovel ready’ projects, such as this one, to be ready for opportunistic funding opportunities that arise in the future.

09.01.2022 Have you voted on the two new trail names? There’s only two days left until voting closes! Vote here: https://bit.ly/2RePIgr... Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

06.01.2022 The closure of the Stromlo Forest Park Cross Country Track has been extended to Wednesday 26 August in line with ACT Government sportsgrounds. A further assessment will be undertaken on Tuesday 25 August and updates will be provided. Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate.

06.01.2022 Running tomorrow? The SFP Cross Country Running Track is closed for maintenance on Wednesday 18 November 2020. Why not explore the fire trails or pop into the Stromlo Leisure Centre for a few laps of the pool instead?

05.01.2022 If you're planning a trip to Stromlo this weekend, there are a few trails that will be closed due to the Fox Superflow event. The following trails will be closed to the public on 26, 27 & 28 September 2020: - Magpie Rock... - Pork Barrell - Sunset Boulevard - Rough Choice - Double Dissolution If you ride Western Wedgetail you will be directed into Skyline and can continue your ride there. Only Fox Superflow racers are allowed to access the start area at the beginning of Pork Barrell due to COVID restrictions. Thanks for your understanding and have a great ride. Produced by Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

05.01.2022 The Cross Country Track at Stromlo Forest Park has reopened!

03.01.2022 Soon you can ride, run and splash at Stromlo Forest Park! The Stromlo Leisure Centre run by YMCA will open on Saturday 15 August 2020 and Foundation Memberships will go on public sale next week. So if you are training for a triathlon or just want to get the family moving, Stromlo Forest Park has more options than ever before.

03.01.2022 The Stromlo Shuttle Bus will be running this weekend. If you are planning on catching the shuttle bus, please take time to read their latest post below.

02.01.2022 RESTRICTED ACCESS - 21 & 22 November 2020 Criterium Track: Closed Cross Country Running Track: Closed Fire Trails: Restricted 6am 2pm... Mountain Bike Tracks: Restricted 6am 2pm The Stromlo Running Festival is being held from 6am each day and significant trails restrictions will be in place. We strongly recommend that you visit after 2pm to avoid the congestion. If you are accessing the site in the morning please to be aware of runners. Stromlo Shuttle Bus

01.01.2022 A huge shout out to all participants in the Stromlo Running Festival The weekend-long event hit the ground running with 900 participants each day, raising $5000 for the Indigenous Marathon Foundation! #runsrf Stromlo Running Festival