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PlayMaster

Member since January 2026

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Trailhead for the Montane Mountain Bike Trail

TrailheadsMountain BikingPinned

Requires you to ride through some residential roads in Eagle Terrace. Refer to the pin in the map to view the trailhead.

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Good eating option on the King's Ridge Cycling Loop

restaurantsCyclingPinned

Cafe Aquatica is a great food break option on the King's Ridge Loop. cafeaquatica.com

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Important Food Stop Option for the Sonoma Dam to Stewart Point/Annapolis bike ride

restaurantsCyclingPinned

The Sea Ranch Lodge is likely the only food and water option when riding from the Sonoma dam to Annapolis and Stewart Point. Check operating hours bef...

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Best Parking spot to ride the Rockpile Road

ParkingCyclingPinned

Park at the Sonoma dam parking lot.

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Best parking outside of Healdsburg to start the Pine Flats Climb

ParkingCyclingPinned

You can park at the Jim Town Store or alternatively park on the side of the road just before the climb starts. The alternative parking spot is pinned....

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Best Parking Location to start the King's Ridge Loop

ParkingCyclingPinned

Parking in Monte Rio is a good option because there is ample parking and you can get food before and after your ride at a few restaurants in town. Fro...

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

A good option for renting a road bike in Healdsburg

Gear RentalCyclingPinned

Spoke Folk has been operating in Healdsburg for decades and is known as being very service oriented. They typically have a good selection of rental bi...

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Designated parking in Exshaw for the Prospector Trailhead

ParkingMountain BikingPinned

Follow the signs to the Exshaw School and then proceed past the School to the designated parking area.

PlayMasterJan 16, 2026

Canmore Nordic Centre - Secret Parking Spot

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This parking lot is very close to the ski trails/stadium. Note: You must have a parking pass to park anywhere within the Kananaskis Provincial Park, i...

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

Cycling the Bow Valley Parkway - Best Free Parking Options in Banff

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Parking in and around Banff can be challenging. Many areas within Banff are pay parking only. A good starting point for cycling on the Bow Valley Park...

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

Best way to view the Half Dome

OtherHiking

Bogus The best way to view the Half Dome is by parking at lot X and heading up the XXXX trail.

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

Black Prince - best approach for ski touring

OtherBackcountry SkiingPinned

As you climb up the access trail from the parking lot you encounter a fork in the trail 2 km in. Take the less travelled right fork

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

Where to park for free in Yosemite

ParkingHiking

Bogus Park near the warden's cabin and you will be happy

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

Best way to start ski touring in Zermatt

GuidesBackcountry Skiing

Bogus Go to the Zermatt Guide Hut and hire a guide

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

The most economical way to get a ski pass

OtherSkiing

Bogus Go to the Zermatt youth hostel and say you are a student. They will give you a discounted pass

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

How to avoid the toll fees in Zermatt

TransportationOther

Bogus Just do it! Because we want to!

PlayMasterJan 12, 2026

Where to park when starting from Castle Junction to Lake Louise

TrailheadsCyclingPinned

When riding to LL from Castle park in the pinned lot. Come early in summer months as it fills up.

PlayMasterJan 9, 2026