The District of Lake Country is introducing a new Mountain Bike Commercial Use Permit for nonexclusive commercial activity within the Lake Country Bike Park and the Jack Seaton Park Trail Network. This new permit process applies to any business or organization offering mountain bike guiding or instruction services in these District owned facilities. This permit does not apply to casual, non-commercial use of the parks.
The program has been developed in response to growing demand for professional bike instruction and the need to support rider safety and responsible park use. The permit helps ensure consistent safety practices, appropriate group sizes and responsible trail stewardship.
“With growing interest in mountain biking in Lake Country, it’s important that commercial operators meet safety standards and align with how our parks are intended to be used” says Steve Petryshyn, Parks and Landscape Planner. “The program supports safe learning environments, reduces trail conflict and contributes to the long-term sustainability of the parks.”
Eligible operators may purchase permits from April 1 to October 31 on a monthly or seasonal basis. Application forms, requirements and permit conditions are available on the District’s website at https://www.lakecountry.bc.ca/MTBCommercialPermit