Fitzsimons Reserve Upgrade – Consultation summary

Thank you to everyone who shared feedback on the Fitzsimons Reserve upgrade project during our December 2025 consultation.

What we heard

• 66 responses received
• 62% (40 people) visit the reserve at least once a week
• 58% ride to the park
• Skill level of riders was 56% advanced, 24% intermediate and 8% beginner

Top features you’d like to see at Fitzsimons Reserve

• Berms, table tops and jumps the highest rated features for mountain biking trails
• Drinking fountain and better toilets (in Westerfolds Park - Parks Victoria)
• Link to and upgrade existing mountain biking trails in Candlebark Park - Parks Victoria
• Lighting in car park and along canoe slalom course

What’s next?

We’ll finalise the concept plan and design for the mountain bike flow trails based on your feedback.

Look out for an update in February 2026 with the final design and project progress.