SCA Ride Guide: reporting on some of the best places to cycle in Saskatchewan.
Wascana Trails
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Located just outside Regina; Wascana
Trails is the main mountain bike destination in the Regina area. The current trail system has evolved from early
mountain bike, hiking and dirt bike trails that previously inhabited this
Provincial Recreation site. The site
is now closed to motorized traffic.
The extensive trail system has provided a venue for the 2005 Canada
Summer Games and provincial MTB competitions for over 15 years. The trail system
boasts a multitude of different trails for all abilities ranging from
beginner to advanced. Many of the
trails run in and out of the valley, which provide many sharp twisty descents
and steep climbs for the more advanced rider.
Some trails are located in the bottom of the valley as well providing
some rolling and flat terrain for less experienced riders. |
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Wascana
Trails is divided into east and west areas by Wascana Creek. The only way to access the west part is by
the main bridge, which is visible from the parking lot above. Most
trails are in good condition thanks to the diligence of the local MTB clubs
and other mountain bike enthusiasts.
Recently the clubs in partnership with Sask Environment were able to
implement a trail map and signage system so almost all the trails are mapped
out and marked. A trail building
clinic was just hosted in May 2011 with the IMBA Canada Trail Care Crew
creating a new trail. A couple of the more popular trails are: Discotech: a technical single-track trail on the west side that runs parallel
on the side of the valley among a heavily treed area. Toilet Bowl: a very steep and twisty descent just south of the main parking lot.
A favourite among many of the local riders. Chicken Little: hidden log drop off in the trees on the east side. (It’s the picture
to the left of this.) The
best way to get to Wascana Trails is to turn at the Condie Nature Reserve
exit (Exit A) off of Highway #11. Head
west on 734, when you encounter a large curve in the road heading north take
the gravel road straight ahead. Follow
the recreation site signs to the main parking lot. There
are restrooms located at the main parking lot but no other services are on
site so make sure to bring enough supplies for your ride. Helpful
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