Say Hey, Give Way, and Enjoy the Day!

​Maryland is committed to cultivating a safe, incl​usive, and welcoming trail ecosystem for hikers, bikers, equestrians, and other recreationists.

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Reminders for the Trail

• Do pay attention to the rights and safety of those around you.
• Do follow posted speed limits.
• Do protect the wildlife, plants, and property around you by staying on the trail and not riding in poor conditions that may damage the trail.
• Do wear a helmet and be courteous when passing others.
• Do listen for other trail users and wildlife - be alert! Leave the earbuds/headphones at home.
• Do follow the right of way:
   
• Do not operate a bicycle or e-bike recklessly or carelessly.
• Do not ride in prohibited areas.

Resources

• Rack Cards​
• E-bike Regulat​ion An​nouncement Video
  
  
  

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​Equestrian photo by Carolann Sharpe; Mountain Biking photo by People for Bikes; Hiking Photo by Natalie Kolb.​

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E-bikes on State Lands ​
T​his regulation allows Class 1 bicycles on some natural-surface trails on DNR-managed lands. 

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​Here’s an example of a Class 1 e-bike, which has no throttle and pedal assist up to 20 miles per hour.​

Map of Grea​t Trails for E-biking

​Looking for somewhere to ride your e-bike? Check out this list of great trails for e-biking throughout Maryland. Please note, some state lands may have entry fees.​

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Map of Great Trails for E-biking​

​Resources​:

• E-bike Online Training Course
  
• ​Bike and E-bike ​Regulation FAQ Sheet
• Bicycle and E-bike Regulation​​​

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The Bicycle and E-bike Regulation​

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​​​This webpage is a summary of the regulation for the use of bicycles and electric bicycles (e-b​ikes) on state lands. The comments on the proposed regulation provided the Department with invaluable information and perspectives that may be incorporated into content or editorial changes. We appreciate your time and your commitment to Maryland’s natural resources.

Timeline of the Process

• Public Review - August 22, 2025 to September 22, 2025
  
• Processing of Public Comments - September 23, 2025 to March 20, 2026
• Resubmission of Regulation Based on Public Comments - March 20, 2026
  
• Public Review - March 20, 2026 to April 20, 2026
• Processing of Public Comments - April and May 2026
• Regulation in ​Maryland Register - May 15, 2026
• Regulation is Effective - May 26, 2026​​
  

Visit our regulation definitions page to learn about each step of the process.

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Archived Links

• [Fall 2025] Public Comment Form
  
• [Spring 2026] ​Public Comment Form

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