Trail status

Current trail status

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Trail Status Designations

Status
Description
Good
This is as good as it gets, conditions are good everywhere.
Mixed
The conditions are different between Guelph Lake and Arkell. Check the individual Intsagram postings for more details.
Wet
Watch for slippery rocks and trails.
Muddy
There are lots of wet and muddy spots, it’s best for everyone that you don’t ride the trails.
Early Spring
Ground is saturated. Don't Ride. Please be patient, we're almost there!
Good Winter
The Winter Loop riding conditions are good!
Slushy
It’s best you don’t ride – slush freezes over night and then you’re left with frozen ruts.
Icy
Slippery but rideable, studs are recommended for best traction.
Caution
Conditions are not ideal. Riding is not advised.
Don't Ride
Riding will damage the trails, please stay off.
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2026 GORBA Event Schedule

EventConfirmed Dates
Registration OpensJan 1st
Family Day Winter/Fat Bike RideFeb 16th
Annual MeetingFeb 25th
Trail Crew Season Kick-Off MeetingTBA
Turkey Point Camping WeekendMay 29th – 31st
Spring Trim Trail Day – Guelph LakeTBA
Spring Trim Trail Day – Arkell Spring GroundsTBA
Hillside Festival Guided Ride HomeTBA
Summer Trim Trail Day – Guelph LakeTBA
Summer Trim Trail Day – Arkell Spring GroundsTBA
GORBA EPIC & MTB FestivalTBA
GORBA/GCC ‘BIGMTB’ RideTBA
Halloween Ride at Guelph LakeTBA
Volunteer Appreciation Tree Plant & CelebrationTBA

About The Event Schedule


Are these dates carved in stone?

Some are. See confirmation column in table of events. But things change, c’est la vie.

Don’t we do an event with those smelly GCC people?

Yes we do, and it’s a lot of fun! They like to ride bikes… we guess they are alright after all (especially when they bathe!).

Do I have to be a GORBA member to participate?

Yes! We need you to be covered by our insurance for these events. However, anyone can join! The GORBA membership is only $40, and there is an Arkell day pass for only $10! Please keep in mind that without these membership fees, we would not have trails at all. Being a member is pretty much the cheapest part of mountain biking considering we couldn’t ride without trails. Unless you want to ride on the road with those smelly GCC people… ugh! No thank you!