EBikes and the Forest Service

[IdahoElk]

Just wondering if anyone has the latest info on the Forest Service and their stand on Ebike use on non motorized trails? Specifically talking about class 1 pedal assist bikes? Thanks for any info.

 

[BBob]

E-bike’s are a motorized vehicle as far as the USFS is concerned. I believe that would mean you aren’t legally riding any class of e-bike on non-motorized trails.

Where are e-bikes currently allowed on national forests and grasslands?​

Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes are allowed on motorized trails and roads on national forests and grasslands. Additionally, several year-round resorts operating under a special use permit have established e-bike use within their permit boundary.

Electric Bicycle Use | US Forest Service

Forest Service Statement on Electric Bicycle Use:

www.fs.usda.gov

The Forest Service's new E-bike Rule is Clear: Wait and See What Happens

We spoke with representatives from the USFS and IMBA to better understand new e-bike trail access directives.

www.singletracks.com

What’s the deal with the USFS and e-bikes? - Boulder Mountainbike Alliance

The short answer is, the USFS considers all types and classes of e-bikes motorized and they are not allowed on non-motorized trails. For the long answer, read on.

www.bouldermountainbike.org

 

[IdahoElk]

E-bike’s are a motorized vehicle as far as the USFS is concerned. I believe that would mean you aren’t legally riding any class of e-bike on non-motorized trails.

Where are e-bikes currently allowed on national forests and grasslands?​

Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes are allowed on motorized trails and roads on national forests and grasslands. Additionally, several year-round resorts operating under a special use permit have established e-bike use within their permit boundary.

Electric Bicycle Use | US Forest Service

Forest Service Statement on Electric Bicycle Use:

www.fs.usda.gov

The Forest Service's new E-bike Rule is Clear: Wait and See What Happens

We spoke with representatives from the USFS and IMBA to better understand new e-bike trail access directives.

www.singletracks.com

What’s the deal with the USFS and e-bikes? - Boulder Mountainbike Alliance

The short answer is, the USFS considers all types and classes of e-bikes motorized and they are not allowed on non-motorized trails. For the long answer, read on.

www.bouldermountainbike.org

I think a majority of hunters with Ebikes use these bikes on non motorized trails and don't realize it's not allowed.
I'm in that group with a class 1 bike that just learned this trail riding today.

 

[justinspicher]

Not allowed in Colorado, I just spent 5 days out in the woods and every trail marker/trail head had a no e-bike sticker.