FINISH THE RIDE
THE VISION FOR SUZANNE ARLIE MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK

UZANNE ARLI

A VISON FOR SUZANNE ARLIE PARK

At Suzanne Arlie Park, the City of Eugene is building a foundational mountain bike trail system, including a central trailhead, skills park, and a network of trails. Finish the Ride, led by Eugene Parks Foundation, is the transformative next step—funding the final four advanced trails and three hubs that will elevate the park from a local amenity to a premier, countywide mountain biking destination.

THE OPPORTUNITY

At 565 acres, Suzanne Arlie Park is poised to become one of Eugene’s standout outdoor destinations—a place where prairie, oak, and forest meet a thoughtfully designed trail system. For beginners, families, and mountain bike enthusiasts, it’s an easy-to access “urban nature escape” with room to grow: space for skills progression, youth programs, events, and weekend visits from riders across the Willamette Valley and beyond.

The City’s investment lays the groundwork. Finish the Ride makes sure the experience lives up to the park’s potential.

THE FULL VISION: 11 TRAILS, 3 HUBS

The master vision for Suzanne Arlie’s bike park is bigger than the available funding. At full build-out, the trail system includes 11 trails of varying difficulty and 3 hubs that connect everything back to the central trailhead. The final four unfunded trails are the advanced, feature-rich descents that complete the progression from beginner to expert. The hubs give riders a natural place to meet up, refuel, and navigate—turning the trail network into a true “bike park within the park.”

SUZANNE ARLIE MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK MAP

WHY THE LAST FOUR TRAILS AND THREE HUBS MATTER

These final pieces aren’t just “more mileage,” they’re what make Suzanne Arlie feel like a destination.

  • Real progression: Riders can move from green to blue to black trails in one compact area, building skills over months and years instead of just checking a loop off a list.
  • Session-ready riding: Advanced lines, features, and flow sections are designed for laps. Riders will come back to re-ride favorite sections, push themselves, and share that experience with friends.
  • Hubs as gathering spaces: The three hubs offer seating, trail maps, and a natural place to take a break, regroup, and plan the next run—creating a social, community feel in the middle of the park.
  • Regional draw: Together, the 11 trails and 3 hubs position Eugene alongside places like Bend, Oakridge, and Hood River as a weekend destination for riders across the Willamette Valley and the greater PNW.

FINISH THE RIDE WITH US

The City is investing in the core experience within Suzanne Arlie Park. Eugene Parks Foundation is stepping in to finish the ride by raising private funds for the final four advanced trails and three hubs.

For local businesses, riding groups, and independent donors, this is a chance to put your name behind the “crown jewel” features of the park—the trails and gathering spots people will talk about, share, and return to. The sooner we secure funding, the more we can align this work with construction already happening through 2026.

BLACK DIAMOND
HUB SPONSOR

$25,000

  • Prominent recognition at one of Suzanne Arlie’s three bike hubs, where riders rest, connect with fellow riders, and plan their rides
  • Name included on a donor panel at the main trailhead kiosk
  • Recognition on Eugene Parks Foundation’s website as a Finish the Ride sponsor
  • Ideal for cornerstone business sponsors and lead donors

BLUE SQUARE
TRAIL MARKER SPONSOR

$15,000

  • Name recognition on a trail marker sign for one of the 11 bike trails
  • Recognition for a minimum of ten years
  • Name included on a donor panel at the main trailhead kiosk
  • Recognition on Eugene Parks Foundation’s website as a Finish the Ride sponsor
  • A great fit for local businesses, independent donors, or riding crews who want to “adopt” a favorite trail

GREEN CIRCLE
TRAILHEAD SPONSOR

$5,000 – $14,000

  • Name included on a donor panel at the main trailhead kiosk
  • Seen by riders and visitors starting and finishing their Suzanne Arlie experience
  • Recognition on Eugene Parks Foundation’s website as a Finish the Ride sponsor
  • Excellent placement for local riding groups and independent donors looking to make their mark on a destination that will serve our community for generations

COMMUNITY
SUPPORTER

UNDER $5,000

  • Recognition on Eugene Parks Foundation’s website as a Finish the Ride supporter
  • A way for individuals and families to take part in building a one-of-a-kind community asset

Why Sponsor?

Sponsorship is more than a contribution; it’s a statement that we build and care for this place together. Supporting Eugene’s future Mountain Bike Park reflects a community that shows up, sharing the responsibility and privilege of creating prosperity, health, and joy that will outlive us.

FUND BY MARCH
RIDE BY YEAR’S END

Construction at Suzanne Arlie Park is underway and will continue through 2026. If funding is secured, the final four trails and three hubs will be built alongside the rest of the bike park before the year ends.

Your one-time gift today helps transform a great project into a truly exceptional riding destination for Eugene and the Willamette Valley.

– Ways to Get Involved –

BECOME A SPONSOR

Contract Ariel Lissman at ariel@eugeneparksfoundation.org to talk about sponsorship opportunities that fit your goals.

ENGAGE OUR COMMUNITY

Help us hit our goal by sharing this project with friends, co-workers, riding groups, and especially, local businesses who want to invest in healthy outdoor community spaces.

MAKE A GIFT TODAY

Fill out the secure online donation form below to make a donation today and help us Finish the Ride!

BUILD PROGRESSION. BUILD COMMUNITY. BUILD A REGIONAL DESTINATION.

Mountain biking photography (excluding cover) by Chris Hornbecker