Finch Hatton MTB

Mackay Regional Council is developing a network of world-class mountain bike trails in the picturesque Pioneer Valley.

Stage one is completed and includes a purpose-built trailhead, pump track and 14.5 kilometres of airflow trails in Finch Hatton.

Stage two will include a combination of airflow and gravity trails as well as a wilderness trail from Eungella to Finch Hatton.

Stage two will be completed in stages.

Stage 2A is the first step to achieving our ultimate goal, bringing on 22.1km of new trail including two black diamond runs and additional intermediate trails. Stage 2A is expected to be shovel ready by September 2026. This stage is subject to funding and approvals.

Mayor Greg Williamson said this project will put the Mackay region on the leisure tourism map and attract visitors from every corner of the world.

“Imagine pedalling through amazing landscapes, exploring trails of varying degrees and finishing up in the townships of Finch Hatton and Eungella and enjoying a cold beverage. It’s the perfect backdrop for any mountain bike rider,” Cr Williamson said.

The townships of both Eungella and Finch Hatton will act as key service hubs for the trails and offer starting/finishing points and additional ancillary services, such as accommodation, food and eateries, shuttle services and supporting infrastructure.

This network will be built to international standards and capable of hosting world-class events.

When fully operational, our mountain bike trail network is estimated to generate:

An additional 31,000 annual visitors, including 5,000 international riders
An additional $18.1M in visitor spending
More than 110 full-time equivalent jobs
Improved awareness of Eungella and the Pioneer Valley as a tourism destination.

Download the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails investment prospectus


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Mackay Regional Council is developing a network of world-class mountain bike trails in the picturesque Pioneer Valley.

Stage one is completed and includes a purpose-built trailhead, pump track and 14.5 kilometres of airflow trails in Finch Hatton.

Stage two will include a combination of airflow and gravity trails as well as a wilderness trail from Eungella to Finch Hatton.

Stage two will be completed in stages.

Stage 2A is the first step to achieving our ultimate goal, bringing on 22.1km of new trail including two black diamond runs and additional intermediate trails. Stage 2A is expected to be shovel ready by September 2026. This stage is subject to funding and approvals.

Mayor Greg Williamson said this project will put the Mackay region on the leisure tourism map and attract visitors from every corner of the world.

“Imagine pedalling through amazing landscapes, exploring trails of varying degrees and finishing up in the townships of Finch Hatton and Eungella and enjoying a cold beverage. It’s the perfect backdrop for any mountain bike rider,” Cr Williamson said.

The townships of both Eungella and Finch Hatton will act as key service hubs for the trails and offer starting/finishing points and additional ancillary services, such as accommodation, food and eateries, shuttle services and supporting infrastructure.

This network will be built to international standards and capable of hosting world-class events.

When fully operational, our mountain bike trail network is estimated to generate:

An additional 31,000 annual visitors, including 5,000 international riders
An additional $18.1M in visitor spending
More than 110 full-time equivalent jobs
Improved awareness of Eungella and the Pioneer Valley as a tourism destination.

Download the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails investment prospectus


TImeline	Designs	Frequently asked questions

Planning information	Business information	Document library

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Project update #30 - April 11, 2022

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World Trail inspects stage 1 trails this week
World Trail will be inspecting the trails for stage one of the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails project on April 12 and 13.
They will be ground truthing on council's freehold land behind the Finch Hatton trailhead site, assessing the terrain, and mapping the preferred trail alignments.
World Trail will then return in late-April/early-May to continue their work.
The Queensland Government has contributed $500,000 towards this project including the detailed design of the trailhead and environmental assessments.
World Trail inspects stage 1 trails this week
World Trail will be inspecting the trails for stage one of the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails project on April 12 and 13.
They will be ground truthing on council's freehold land behind the Finch Hatton trailhead site, assessing the terrain, and mapping the preferred trail alignments.
World Trail will then return in late-April/early-May to continue their work.
The Queensland Government has contributed $500,000 towards this project including the detailed design of the trailhead and environmental assessments.
Project update #29 - April 8, 2022

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Newly restored Cattle Creek mill building wins bronze
The Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail's newly restored Cattle Creek Mill Administration Building has claimed bronze in council's 2022 Heritage Awards.
BH Building restored the building early this year, bringing it back to its former glory.
The works included asbestos removal, roof replacement, a new kitchen, a paint job and the revitalisation of the existing signage and façade.
The building may be used for ticket sales, events, marshalling or visitor information.
Click here to watch the restoration process.
Newly restored Cattle Creek mill building wins bronze
The Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail's newly restored Cattle Creek Mill Administration Building has claimed bronze in council's 2022 Heritage Awards.
BH Building restored the building early this year, bringing it back to its former glory.
The works included asbestos removal, roof replacement, a new kitchen, a paint job and the revitalisation of the existing signage and façade.
The building may be used for ticket sales, events, marshalling or visitor information.
Click here to watch the restoration process.
Project Update #28 - March 21, 2022

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Watch update in the comfort of your home
If you couldn't attend the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session on Sunday, March 20, at the Eungella Hub, council has created a video of the presentation, so you can watch it at a time that is convenient for you.
The presentation features a project update, a planning update and an economic development update, as well as the contact details of the relevant council departments, should you have an enquiry.
Click here to watch the presentation.
Watch update in the comfort of your home
If you couldn't attend the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session on Sunday, March 20, at the Eungella Hub, council has created a video of the presentation, so you can watch it at a time that is convenient for you.
The presentation features a project update, a planning update and an economic development update, as well as the contact details of the relevant council departments, should you have an enquiry.
Click here to watch the presentation.
Project update #27 - March 18, 2022

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Don't forget - Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session on this Sunday (March 20)!
Council will be holding their Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails community update session at the Eungella Hub this Sunday (March 20).
The session will include a project update, a planning update and an economic development update. Plus question time.
Session details:
Date: Sunday, March 20, 2022
Time: 10am to 11.30am
Venue: Eungella Hub, North Street, Eungella.
Online registration for this session is required. Please visit www.eventbrite.com.au/e/pioneer-valley-mountain-bike-trails-community-update-session-tickets-290080898777 to register.
If you cannot attend the session, the presentation will be made available online at connectingmackay.com.au/mountain-bike-trails after theContinue reading
Don't forget - Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session on this Sunday (March 20)!
Council will be holding their Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails community update session at the Eungella Hub this Sunday (March 20).
The session will include a project update, a planning update and an economic development update. Plus question time.
Session details:
Date: Sunday, March 20, 2022
Time: 10am to 11.30am
Venue: Eungella Hub, North Street, Eungella.
Online registration for this session is required. Please visit www.eventbrite.com.au/e/pioneer-valley-mountain-bike-trails-community-update-session-tickets-290080898777 to register.
If you cannot attend the session, the presentation will be made available online at connectingmackay.com.au/mountain-bike-trails after the session.
Should you have any questions, please contact council's community engagement officer Rebecca Batzloff on 1300 MACKAY (622 529) or email rebecca.batzloff@mackay.qld.gov.au.
Project update #26 - March 3, 2022

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Save the date - Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session (March 20)
Council will be holding a Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails community update session in Eungella on Sunday, March 20.
The session will include a project update, a planning update and an economic development update.
Session details:
Date: Sunday, March 20, 2022
Time: 10am to 11.30am
Venue: Eungella Hub, North Street, Eungella.
Online registration for this session is required. Please visit www.eventbrite.com.au/e/pioneer-valley-mountain-bike-trails-community-update-session-tickets-290080898777 to register.
If you cannot attend the session, the presentation will be made available online at connectingmackay.com.au/mountain-bike-trails after the session.
When visiting the Eungella Hub, pleaseContinue reading
Save the date - Mountain Bike Trail Community Update Session (March 20)
Council will be holding a Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails community update session in Eungella on Sunday, March 20.
The session will include a project update, a planning update and an economic development update.
Session details:
Date: Sunday, March 20, 2022
Time: 10am to 11.30am
Venue: Eungella Hub, North Street, Eungella.
Online registration for this session is required. Please visit www.eventbrite.com.au/e/pioneer-valley-mountain-bike-trails-community-update-session-tickets-290080898777 to register.
If you cannot attend the session, the presentation will be made available online at connectingmackay.com.au/mountain-bike-trails after the session.
When visiting the Eungella Hub, please register your arrival via the Check in QLD app.
Should you require any further information please visit connectingmackay/mountain-bike-trails or contact council's Community Engagement Officer Rebecca Batzloff on 1300 MACKAY (622 529) or email rebecca.batzloff@mackay.qld.gov.au.
Project update #25 - March 2, 2022

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Closing date extended
The closing date for Expressions of Interest for council's Small Business Mentoring Program has been extended until Friday, March 11.
Existing businesses, as well as start-ups with a business idea that supports the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails, are eligible to apply.
The fully subsidised six-month program provides participants with a detailed business assessment, one-on-one mentoring sessions, practical workshop style webinars and much more.
Pilot program participant Mary-Ann Refalo from family owned and operated Walkerston-based business Retrospect Life said the program was easy to follow and she walked away with a deeper understanding of her customer andContinue reading
Closing date extended
The closing date for Expressions of Interest for council's Small Business Mentoring Program has been extended until Friday, March 11.
Existing businesses, as well as start-ups with a business idea that supports the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails, are eligible to apply.
The fully subsidised six-month program provides participants with a detailed business assessment, one-on-one mentoring sessions, practical workshop style webinars and much more.
Pilot program participant Mary-Ann Refalo from family owned and operated Walkerston-based business Retrospect Life said the program was easy to follow and she walked away with a deeper understanding of her customer and pricing strategies.
To find out more about the program or to apply, visit www.mackay.qld.gov.au/businessmentoring. Applications close Friday, March 11 at 5pm.
Project update #24 - February 18, 2022

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Small business mentoring opportunity up for grabs!
Following the success of the pilot Small Business Mentoring Program last year, council is running a second program.
Existing businesses, as well as start-ups with a business idea that supports the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails, are eligible to apply.
The fully subsidised six-month program provides participants with a detailed business assessment, one-on-one mentoring sessions, practical workshop style webinars and much more.
Watch this short video below to hear from last year's participants.
To find out more about the program or to apply, visit www.mackay.qld.gov.au/businessmentoring. Applications close Friday, March 4 at 5pm.
Small business mentoring opportunity up for grabs!
Following the success of the pilot Small Business Mentoring Program last year, council is running a second program.
Existing businesses, as well as start-ups with a business idea that supports the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails, are eligible to apply.
The fully subsidised six-month program provides participants with a detailed business assessment, one-on-one mentoring sessions, practical workshop style webinars and much more.
Watch this short video below to hear from last year's participants.
To find out more about the program or to apply, visit www.mackay.qld.gov.au/businessmentoring. Applications close Friday, March 4 at 5pm.
Project update #23 - January 31, 2022

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February community update session postponed
Council has decided to postpone the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail community update session until March.
The reason for the postponement is due to an increase in COVID cases in the region and an expected peak in the next fortnight.
Further details on the new session will be provided in the coming weeks.
To stay up-to-date on this project subscribe to the project update emails on the right hand side of this page.
February community update session postponed
Council has decided to postpone the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail community update session until March.
The reason for the postponement is due to an increase in COVID cases in the region and an expected peak in the next fortnight.
Further details on the new session will be provided in the coming weeks.
To stay up-to-date on this project subscribe to the project update emails on the right hand side of this page.
Project update #22 - January 27, 2022

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Check out the newly restored Cattle Creek Mill Administration Building
The Cattle Creek Mill Administration building on the old sugar mill site in Finch Hatton has been restored back to its former glory.
The works done include; asbestos removal, roof replacement, a new kitchen and a paint job.
The newly restored building will be used in conjunction with the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail project and could be used for ticket sales, events, marshalling or visitor information.
Click here to watch the before and after video of the restoration process.
Check out the newly restored Cattle Creek Mill Administration Building
The Cattle Creek Mill Administration building on the old sugar mill site in Finch Hatton has been restored back to its former glory.
The works done include; asbestos removal, roof replacement, a new kitchen and a paint job.
The newly restored building will be used in conjunction with the Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail project and could be used for ticket sales, events, marshalling or visitor information.
Click here to watch the before and after video of the restoration process.
Project update #21 - December 17, 2021

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The Finch Hatton trailhead will be a place where you start and finish your mountain bike adventure.

A master plan concept for the Finch Hatton Trailhead site has been developed following extensive consultation with the Pioneer Valley community, as well as workshops with key project stakeholders and internationally recognised trail experts, World Trail.

Mayor Greg Williamson said earlier this year (April), three concept designs were released to the public for feedback.

“During the workshops and online community consultation period, there was overwhelming support for concept 1 and 2 and a landscape buffer zone betweenContinue reading

The Finch Hatton trailhead will be a place where you start and finish your mountain bike adventure.

A master plan concept for the Finch Hatton Trailhead site has been developed following extensive consultation with the Pioneer Valley community, as well as workshops with key project stakeholders and internationally recognised trail experts, World Trail.

Mayor Greg Williamson said earlier this year (April), three concept designs were released to the public for feedback.

“During the workshops and online community consultation period, there was overwhelming support for concept 1 and 2 and a landscape buffer zone between the residential properties and the trailhead,” Mayor Williamson said.

“We listened, and the master plan reflects community and industry feedback,” he said.

The plan also includes historical features, a pump track, and facilities that create a destination for general socialising as well as support mountain bike riders including amenities block, event set up area/overflow parking and a connection to the trails.

The Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trail project will now move into detailed design, and the master plan will provide a solid basis for this work.

Download the Finch Hatton Trailhead master plan

A hard copy of the master plan will also be made available at the Mirani Customer Service Centre and the Mirani and Dudley Denny Libraries.

The Queensland Government has contributed $500,000 towards design elements of the project including detailed design of the trailhead and environmental assessments.

To stay up to date on this exciting project, click the subscribe button on the right-hand side of this page.

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