LA ST week Mystic Park operator Alpine Community Plantation (ACP) launched a pay–to–play membership model for the park, with an annual membership for $95, a two–week membership for $55, and two types of single day membership.
An annual family membership is also available for $150, covering one adult and up to four kids under 15 years old.
An extra adult can be added to this membership for a further $45.
Also available is a youth membership for $65 a year.
Members will need to register and sign a waiver.
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According to ACP, the new model is the first step that will allow the park to continue to operate through this summer, providing a more sustainable approach where riders can contribute to the upkeep and future of the iconic park.
"We believe these prices strike the balance between affordability and creating a sustainable future for this incredible asset," ACP executive officer Kirsten Seeto said.
Alpine Shire mayor Sarah Nicholas said council has thrown its support behind the future of the park, providing a project officer to investigate a sustainable future for Mystic Park and mountain biking in the Alpine Shire in general.
"Funds raised will go back into the park to enable it to remain operational, for trail maintenance, improvements to safety and potentially trail development in the future," she said.
Private bike shuttling will be paused from Monday, October 24 to limit the number of vehicles in the park and maximise safety for all users.
Commercial shuttle operator, Blue Dirt, will be extending their days of operation to seven days per week to enable alternative shuttle options.
Alternative options are being explored while the new operating model is being rolled out.
Ms Seeto said ACP understands that this pause may disappoint some riders.
"We're committed to working with community groups in the future to address local needs and support our community to be active," she said.
"In the meantime, we ask our riders to respect the constraints in place at the moment and help us secure a sustainable future for Mystic Park."
