The Panhandle Bike Ranch, located in Sagle, Idaho, was set to open its doors with a network of world-class mountain bike trails crafted by local trail builders. Despite anticipation from both local community and mountain biking aficionados, a last-minute ruling on June 4, 2025, revoked its operational permit. The judge ruled against the Bonner County Commissioners for lacking evidence in their prior decision, influenced by an opposition group falsely portraying the park as a resort to obstruct its establishment, which is plainly classified as a recreational facility under local zoning laws.
We have some bad news for the fans of the Panhandle Bike Ranch. Judge Casey Simmons... ruled that the Bonner County Commissioners did not provide enough evidence for some of the decisions.
An opposition group has been fighting against us... claiming that we are a resort... even though we have no lodging, restaurants, spas, or many other characteristics typically associated with a resort.
This decision to revoke the park's permit... is based on falsehoods provided by the opposition group and is likely driven by some ill will towards what the park will mean for the locals.
Widely recognized and respected for their efforts, the opening of the Panhandle Bike Ranch has been eagerly anticipated not just by locals but also by riders from all around the Northwest.
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