Happy Trails
Pretty River Valley—a.k.a. Three Stage—is a paradise for mountain bikers. Can it stay that way as usage grows?
I was rolling over roots and rocks on a mini-descent in Three Stage mountain bike area, when I rounded a quick corner and came directly upon two hikers scrambling to get out of the way. Thankfully, mountain bike brakes are generally quite responsive and I was able to slow and extend a greeting. The hikers explained they had strayed from the Bruce Trail and were now lost in the network of trails. I directed them on their way and continued down the trail. Although I was able to …
