Share the Road

Rules for Bicycling on Multi-Use Trails

• Bike on the right, single file with the flow of traffic.
• Don't block the trail.  Groups should be in single file when other trail users are present and should never use more than one-half of that trail to allow for the flow of traffic.
• Control your speed.  Obey speed regulations.  Slow down and use caution when approaching or overtaking other trail users.
• Before passing another trail user, be courteous and make your approach known.  A friendly greeting "Hello, passing on your left" or ringing a bell is considerate. 
• Bicyclists yield to equestrians, walkers, and skaters.
• Downhill users yield to uphill users.
• Faster users yield to slower users.
• Stay on existing trails and don't create any new ones.  Leave no trace--pack out at least as much as you pack in. 

Share-the-Road Tips for Bicyclists

• SIDE-BY-SIDE RULE: Ride no more than two abreast; move to single-file if riding two abreast impedes the flow of motorized traffic
• RIDE PREDICTABLY: scan the road, anticipate hazards, and communicate your moves to others
• SIGNAL FIRST: use hand signals to alert nearby vehicles to turns or lane changes
• BE AN EXAMPLE: Bicyclists have the same rights, rules, and responsibilities as other vehicles on the road

• TAKE A BRAKE: Reduce speed when encountering bicyclists
• 3 FEET TO PASS: For safe passing, leave at least three feet between your car and a bicyclist
• WAIT A FEW SECONDS: If you don’t have three feet to pass then wait until there is enough room to let you pass safely
• SCAN THEN TURN: Scan for bicyclists before making turns and make sure the road is clear before proceeding