We make sure that bikes are considered in new projects, encourage communities across city lines to pursue funding together, support ballot initiatives dedicated to outdoor recreation, andlobby for federal funding for path and trail development.

We support local groups focused on increasing outdoor participation, help cities rethink how to provide more opportunities for close-to-home bike riding, foster the development of pocket bike parks and force the prioritization of bike trails and parks in underserved communities.

We work with state departments of transportation to add or improve shoulders on major county and state arterial roads, work to require that funding for highway projects is contingent on adding/improving shoulders, and ask state departments of transportation to prioritize road improvements that improve bicyclists safety and benefit bike riders.

We help prioritize projects that serve all communities, advance bills that provide financial incentives to recreate by bike, connect bike riding with health and wellness outcomes, advocate for all members of a community during planning, and value electric bicycle access on the same level as traditional bikes.

Bike riding opportunities in rural, non-urban areas are revenue raisers for local communities through tourism. We support funding and policy measures that help build out trail systems, connected bike networks and the infrastructure needed to cater to visitors and residents alike.

During the 2025 state legislative session, PeopleForBikes’ Government Affairs and Infrastructure team has been hard at work advancing policies that support better biking and the bike industry to advance our mission of transforming the U.S. into the best place in the world to ride a bike. Our policy priorities include clarifying definitions of electric bicycles (e-bikes), enhancing lithium-ion battery safety, increasing funding for bike infrastructure, promoting safer street design, expanding access to outdoor recreation, and more. Read on to learn more about the top policy issues we’re championing in 2025. 

Defining Electric Motorcycles
E-bikes have become increasingly popular in recent years, expanding access to both recreation and transportation for people of all ages and abilities and providing a variety of economic, health, and environmental benefits in communities nationwide.

As the e-mobility market continues to evolve, PeopleForBikes spent this year’s state legislative session advocating for electric motorcycle (e-moto) policies to protect the sale of safe and reliable e-bikes. Some companies’ new products are being sold as “e-bikes,” but do not fall within the definition of an e-bike due to their speed and/or motor power. These products are actually electric mopeds or electric motorcycles, which are subject to the same licensing, registration, and insurance requirements as other motor vehicles, and are contributing to concerns around lithium-ion battery fires and safety, particularly with youth riders. PeopleForBikes advocated in support of introduced legislation in California, Colorado, Connecticut, and Hawaii to clarify the definition of e-motos.


Learn more about the difference between e-bikes and e-motos. 

As e-bike usage continues to grow, PeopleForBikes remains focused on the regulation of e-bike drive systems and lithium-ion batteries to ensure that safe and reliable products are readily available to riders across the U.S. 

In Illinois, PeopleForBikes supported legislation that would establish statewide regulations for e-mobility products, including e-bikes. We specifically helped achieve a consideration for products certified to the international EN standard, a significant win for the U.S. bike industry and e-bike riders!

Increased Electric Mountain Bike Access and Outdoor Recreation Opportunities 

Expanding electric mountain bike (eMTB) access nationwide remains a high priority for PeopleForBikes, with only 15 states currently authorizing Class 1 eMTB use on state lands. We created model legislation to harmonize state land management policies and support the safe operation, consistent regulation, and reasonable use of e-bikes on public lands.This model legislation was introduced in Texas, which provides clear rules for riding e-bikes in state parks and gives officials the tools to exclude unsafe electric devices from public trails and prevent misleading e-bike sales.


Learn more about our model legislation on Class 1 e-bike access here, and sign up for our Recreation and Public Lands Newsletter to stay up to date on PeopleForBikes’ work advancing recreation-focused legislation.

Reimagining Los Angeles’ Transportation System

Looking ahead to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, and following two major wins in 2024 at the city and state levels, PeopleForBikes is working alongside local advocates and bike companies to champion an overhaul of Los Angeles’ transportation system to include more safe and connected bike infrastructure. Leveraging the attention on and injection of funding into Los Angeles ahead of 2028, we are proud to support the Festival Trail, a multimodal network that links and expands on existing projects to connect residents and visitors to LA28 venues and several of Los Angeles’ famous attractions without needing a car. We are also advocating for mobility hubs that feature bike share stations and bike parking at major transit stations. At the state level, we supported legislation that would provide $3.5 billion for active transportation projects in Los Angeles. 

These investments in preparation for the Olympics can benefit Los Angeles far beyond 2028 by supporting mobility opportunities for all Angelenos, particularly in communities that have been historically underserved by public transportation. This is also a chance to show that transformation in one of America’s most car-centric cities is possible and provide a model for other cities to transform their transportation networks to cater the needs of all road users, regardless of whether people walk, ride a bike, take transit, or drive a car.

PeopleForBikes’ Top Policy Priorities for 2025

Picture a community where kids can ride safely to school, employees have a stress-free commute, and families can explore their neighborhood by bike on sunny weekends. Across the U.S., communities are making this vision a reality by investing in great places to ride, and PeopleForBikes’ City Ratings program shows where it’s working. Each year, our City Ratings scores more than 2,000 U.S. cities and towns based on the quality and connectivity of their bike networks, helping community members and decision-makers understand how easy it is to get around by bike and where improvements can make the biggest difference.

But why does this matter? Why should communities prioritize bike infrastructure in the first place? Here are six reasons why investing in great places to ride transforms lives, neighborhoods, and local economies. 

When bike infrastructure is safe and connected, it works for everyone: daily commuters, kids riding to school, older adults staying active, and families enjoying weekend outings. Whether you're biking to work or to a nearby park, safer streets make every ride more enjoyable and accessible. Investing in quality bike infrastructure like protected bike lanes, side paths, and safe intersections, reduces conflicts between road users and helps prevent crashes.

Streets with protected bike lanes experience up to 90% fewer injuries per mile compared to those without bike infrastructure.

Cities with protected bike lanes see 44% fewer fatalities for all road users and 50% fewer serious injuries.

Adding bike lanes can reduce crashes by as much as 49%.


Cycling offers a fun, low-impact way to stay active, supporting both physical and mental health. When biking is safe and enjoyable, more people choose to do it, leading to healthier lifestyles. For example, West Jefferson, North Carolina, invested $300,000 in a Complete Streets project and saved more than $2.7 million in health care costs in the first year alone.

Every $1 invested in active transportation saves $24 in averted medical costs.

People living in bike-friendly neighborhoods engage in 35–45 more minutes of moderate physical activity each week.

Proximity to trails increases the likelihood of meeting physical activity guidelines by 50% and riding a bicycle by 80%.

Youth who ride regularly report higher levels of mental well-being and spend fewer hours in front of screens.

Bike-friendly areas — both rural to urban — often see growth in small businesses, real estate value, and tourism. People riding bikes are more likely to visit local shops and restaurants, and a well-maintained bike network can boost foot traffic in commercial districts.

Great places to ride benefit not only commuters and city dwellers, but also outdoor recreationists and weekend visitors. Whether it's a local trail system, a downtown greenway, or a bike park, communities that build for biking see increased tourism, recreation spending, and demand for nearby housing and businesses.

The U.S. outdoor recreation economy generates $124.5 billion in tax revenue and supports nearly 5 million jobs, according to a 2024 Trust for Public Land report — highlighting the sector’s major role in national economic health.

Mountain biking tourists spend an average of $416 per visit, showing that trail-based recreation directly benefits local businesses and economies.

In Lancaster, California, a Complete Streets project led to a 96% increase in retail sales, demonstrating the transformative local economic impact of safer, more walkable and bikeable streets.

Protected bike lanes on 9th Avenue in NYC resulted in a 49% increase in retail sales, compared to just a 3% increase on nearby streets without the upgrades—showing the clear benefit of safe bike infrastructure for businesses.

Tourism revenue in areas with active transportation options is eight to nine times greater than the cost of infrastructure investment, according to Smart Growth America, offering a compelling case for public spending on walking and biking improvements.

Additionally, communities with higher City Ratings scores — those with robust, low-stress bike networks — often see increased sales at local bike shops, reflecting the positive economic impact of bike infrastructure.

Having the freedom to ride a bike makes it easier for people to get where they need to go, especially for short trips. In many communities, biking offers a reliable alternative to sitting in traffic or waiting for a ride, and it often costs significantly less than driving.

Safe, connected bike infrastructure gives people real choices in how they travel. And it serves all types of riders — not just those commuting to work, but also families biking to the playground or teens heading to a local park, pump track, or restaurant. When biking becomes a viable transportation and recreation option, the entire community benefits.

Fifty two percent of daily trips in the U.S. are three miles or less, a distance easily covered by bike.

In New York City, adding bike lanes reduced travel time along a key corridor by 35%.

U.S. households spend an average of $10,961 on transportation annually, making it the second-largest household expense.

One in four U.S. adults experiences transportation insecurity, often impacting low-income families.

By increasing access to low-cost modes of transportation like biking, communities can reduce household expenses and improve affordability.

Great bike infrastructure connects people to jobs, schools, parks, and transit, making opportunities more accessible for everyone. When bike networks are designed with all neighborhoods and riders in mind, they open up new possibilities, whether you’re traveling for work, heading to class, or enjoying an afternoon ride with your family.

Bike infrastructure like trails, BMX parks, and pump tracks are just as essential. These spaces offer safe and welcoming places for youth, families, and new riders to ride, learn, and build confidence, helping foster a lifelong love of biking while supporting physical and social wellbeing. 

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) found that building greenways, sidewalks, and bicycle infrastructure contributes 17 jobs per $1 million spent compared to other road and highway projects that range from 9 to 12.5 jobs created per $1 million spent.

An analysis of Complete Streets projects conducted by the National Complete Streets Coalition found:

A project in Lancaster, California, saw employment grow along the targeted corridor by 64% over three years. Comparatively, employment only increased by 3% citywide and a similar corridor that did not receive upgrades saw a decrease in employment during the same time.

In Orlando, Florida, streets with infrastructure updates saw 77 new businesses open, creating 560 jobs over seven years. 

Bicycling is one of the most efficient and low-impact ways to get around. When more people choose to bike, especially for short trips (which make up a significant percentage of all trips in the U.S.) it helps reduce air pollution, leading to cleaner, healthier air for everyone.

From work commutes to recreational trail rides, every bike trip taken instead of a car trip reduces greenhouse gas emissions. And by making biking safe and convenient for all types of riders, communities encourage more people to choose it, creating healthier environments and a better quality of life for all.

The transportation sector emits 29% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S., making it the most significant contributor to national emissions.

Fifty two percent of all car trips made in the U.S. are three miles or less, and 28% are one mile or less. Three miles is equivalent to a 20-minute bike ride for an average person, indicating that shifting close-to-home trips from cars to bicycles is possible and can significantly reduce the number of miles driven in cars.

Shifting short car trips to walking or biking trips and using walking and biking to access public transit saves 13 million tons of CO2  emissions annually. Building additional active transportation infrastructure holds the potential to save more than 54 million tons.

Want to know how your community stacks up? PeopleForBikes’ City Ratings gives you the data. Use City Ratings to:

Explore your community’s score and see how it compares to other cities nationally and globally.

Identify where bike networks are strong and where there’s room to grow.

Support informed decisions about transportation and community planning.

Investing in great places to ride isn’t just about bikes — it’s about building communities that work for everyone. Whether you’re a weekday commuter, weekend mountain biker, small business owner, or parent teaching your child to ride, safe and connected bike infrastructure opens up countless opportunities.

From protected lanes and urban trails to pump tracks and natural surface paths, bike infrastructure creates healthier, more active, and more connected communities. No matter why you ride, great places to bike benefit us all.


Explore PeopleForBikes' City Ratings and discover how better biking can benefit your community.

This story is inspired by a Fast Company op-ed by Juliet Scott-Croxford, President of Brompton Americas, and a Fire-Hardened Trails report produced by the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship

When we think about emergency preparedness, images of go-bags, evacuation routes, and first responders often come to mind. But Juliet Scott-Croxford, president for the Americas for the bike manufacturer Brompton, recently made a compelling case in Fast Company for a simple, overlooked tool that could help Americans stay safe during natural disasters: the bicycle.

Scott-Croxford’s op-ed tells the story of a Los Angeles resident deeply impacted by footage of the 2023 Maui wildfires. As cars sat trapped in gridlock, people on foot or by bike had more options to escape. That harrowing image prompted her to buy a bike — not to go green — but to be ready for the next time danger comes close to home. That’s the heart of the message: bikes aren’t just for recreation. They’re vital to local resilience and preparedness in the face of increasing emergencies, be it wildfires, floods, or even traffic gridlock during a citywide evacuation.

Fire-Hardened Trails in Disaster Response

At PeopleForBikes, we’re expanding this conversation even further. At our recent eMTB Summit, which took place June 2–3 in Bentonville, Arkansas, we highlighted the role of trails and electric mountain bikes (eMTBs) in disaster resilience. Greg Williams of the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship presented groundbreaking work showing how bikes, especially eMTBs, can do more than help people escape disaster. They can actively prevent it.

In collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service and local partners, the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship pioneered the “fire-hardened trails” concept, a groundbreaking approach that merges recreational trail development with wildfire mitigation. Fire-hardened trails are more than just trails for hiking and biking; they’re purpose-built corridors that function as fuel breaks, emergency access routes, and zones for proactive vegetation management. Fire-hardened trails help slow or stop the spread of flames while providing critical infrastructure for firefighting crews and safer evacuation paths for nearby residents. Key elements include Reduced Ignition Zones, where small trees and dead brush are cleared within 15 feet of the trail, and Limited Spread Zones, which thin vegetation, limb trees, and improve canopy spacing up to 50 feet from the trail. Designed to meet both needs, these trails enhance outdoor access while reinforcing wildfire resilience. With more than 550 miles of routes identified, the effort could mitigate risk across more than 6,600 acres while permanently altering just 267 acres. It’s a visionary example of integrated land management that protects people, ecosystems, and local economies alike.

Electric mountain bikes offer unique advantages in disaster-prone regions. They allow first responders and community volunteers to quickly navigate remote areas with rugged terrain, transport gear and supplies in places where trucks can’t go, access wildfire-prone forests to scout hazards or support suppression efforts, and engage in trail maintenance and stewardship, particularly in hilly or expansive landscapes. By enabling more people to reach these areas safely and efficiently, eMTBs are fast becoming a critical tool in the fight against climate-driven disasters.

Here are key takeaways that cities, towns, and land managers — especially those in fire-prone, flood-prone, or heavily congested areas — should consider adopting now:

1. Secure Funding for Bike Infrastructure and Bike Incentives

A more bike-friendly community isn’t just better for traffic — it’s a strategic asset when disaster strikes. More protected bike lanes, fire-hardened trails, and connected routes mean more people can evacuate quickly and safely if needed. Cities like Denver have led the way by allocating millions in local transportation budgets for safer streets and e-bike rebates. Scott-Croxford points out how grassroots advocates like June Churchill — dubbed Denver’s “Bike Mayor” — have helped make cycling safer and more accessible, not just for enthusiasts, but for everyday people.

2. Invest in Multi-Use Trail Systems That Double as Emergency Infrastructure

Trail networks designed with wildfire resilience in mind — like the fire-hardened trails being pioneered in California’s Northern Sierra — demonstrate how recreation infrastructure can serve as strategic firebreaks and access routes for emergency responders. By integrating vegetation management with trail building, communities can reduce wildfire risk, support biodiversity, and create essential corridors for eMTBs and other non-car-based evacuation tools. Communities should work with land managers and organizations like the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship to design trail systems that protect lives and landscapes while expanding access to outdoor recreation.

3. Reduce Gridlock With Smart Traffic Solutions like Congestion Pricing

Congestion pricing helps ensure roads are clear and functional when they’re needed most, especially during large-scale emergencies or evacuations. Scott-Croxford highlights how London, Stockholm, and Singapore have used it not just to improve air quality, but also to reduce traffic volume in dense urban cores. Fewer cars on the road means faster emergency response times — and easier exit routes.

4. Eliminate Outdated Parking Minimums to Make Room for Safety Investments

Many communities still cling to old rules that require excessive parking for new developments. Scott-Croxford shows how cities like Austin are reversing this trend. By eliminating mandatory parking minimums, they’re freeing up space (and budget) for trails, sidewalks, and other essential city investments. More flexible land use means cities can build infrastructure that serves people, not just cars. In an emergency, wide, well-connected bike lanes and walking paths are lifesavers.

5. Equip First Responders and Volunteers With eMTBs for Rapid Response and Trail Stewardship

Electric mountain bikes are invaluable in disaster-prone areas, offering speed, agility, and access where trucks and traditional vehicles fall short. First responders and community volunteers can use eMTBs to scout wildfire-prone forests, transport gear through rugged terrain, and reach remote areas for evacuation support or hazard assessment. In non-emergency times, they’re equally useful for trail maintenance, forest monitoring, and land stewardship, especially in expansive or mountainous regions. Communities should consider eMTBs as essential tools in their emergency preparedness and climate resilience plans, offering a low-impact, high-reach mobility option that bridges recreation and response.

In an era of escalating climate disasters, the most agile communities will be those that rethink transportation and land use as tools for survival, not just everyday mobility and recreation. By investing in bikes, connected bike networks, and fire-adapted trail systems, communities can strengthen evacuation routes, support emergency response, and protect people and ecosystems. It's time to recognize bikes and trails as essential parts of a safer, more prepared future.

Juliet is the President of Brompton, Americas, the North and LATAM American arm of the folding bike brand based in the UK. Under her leadership, Brompton has doubled down on its mission to make urban mobility simpler, safer, and more resilient. Juliet's background in media and business gives her a unique ability to bridge lifestyle trends with public policy, and her op-ed is a must-read for city leaders, first responders, and community planners alike.

Greg leads the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship and is a descendant of the Deer Creek Band of Northern Sierra Miwok. Greg has spent his life in the Sierra Nevada Mountains living by the examples of his elders — developing a passion for community, clean streams, big mountains, and long trails. Greg is a trailblazer and pioneer of backcountry mountain biking in Downieville, establishing Yuba Expeditions guide service in 1991 and the Downieville Classic mountain bike festival in 1995. In 2003 Greg founded the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship in order to maintain and enhance the trail system, create local jobs, and grow the recreation economy in the Lost Sierra region. He also serves as a strategic adviser with the U.S. Forest Service, Regions 1, 4, and 5.

Bicycles as a Lifeline: How Communities Can Embrace Bicycling for Disaster Preparedness

Members of Congress recently stopped an effort to include a provision in legislation that would sell off more than 500,000 acres of public lands in Utah and Nevada. PeopleForBikes strongly supports this successful effort to prevent the sale of public lands led by Rep. Zinke (R-MT) and Rep. Simpson (R-ID).  

Public lands are a cornerstone of the American biking experience — whether it’s mountain biking in Idaho, bikepacking in Vermont, or simply exploring the miles of public roads and trails across the country. Not only are public lands an important venue for outdoor recreation, including bicycling, they also welcome visitors from every part of the country and from all over the world. A recent report from the Trust for Public Land highlights that more people than ever are getting outdoors to bike, hike, fish, paddle, and more across the U.S. In 2024, the National Park Service saw a record-breaking number of visits — nearly 332 million — which is more than the top 10 built tourist attractions combined. Nationwide, 8.8 million people participated in mountain biking last year, using trails and spaces that wouldn’t exist without access to public lands.

PeopleForBikes works with champions in Congress to secure more funding to reduce the maintenance backlog for public lands facilities and advance policies that expand access for bicycling. We strongly support investing in outdoor recreation infrastructure, including trails, to provide safe and quality experiences on public lands nationwide.  

“Public lands are the backbone of America’s outdoor economy and core to the American outdoor experience. These are places where families connect, communities thrive, and millions of people bike, hike, and explore every year,” said PeopleForBikes President and CEO Jenn Dice. “We are proud to stand with leaders in Congress and our partners across the outdoor industry to protect these shared spaces, invest in recreation infrastructure, and ensure that everyone can experience the freedom and joy of biking on America’s public lands.”

This most recent effort to sell off public lands highlights that the outdoor places we cherish are at risk, but the response from members of Congress and stakeholders across the outdoor recreation industry is also a strong reminder of the unified, nationwide effort to keep public lands public.  

PeopleForBikes is excited to continue working with the bipartisan Public Lands Caucus and all of the federal policymakers who are focused on improved policies and expanded funding related to the outdoors.  

For more information, please contact PeopleForBikes Senior Manager of Recreation Policy Rachel Fussell at rachel@peopleforbikes.org.

House Budget Drops Closely Watched Public Lands Sell-Off Proposal

In late July, PeopleForBikes unveiled our newest groundbreaking initiative: The Great Bike Infrastructure Project. This ambitious program will transform communities by advancing pro-bike policies and thousands of bike infrastructure projects in all 50 states, making biking safer and more accessible for everyone.

In the coming months, we’ll take a deeper dive into the specific projects and policies included in the Great Bike Infrastructure Project. For now, read on for a high-level overview of the program. 

At the heart of this new program is a national database featuring an interactive map and list of more than 1,000 bicycle infrastructure projects across the United States. The tool tracks crucial information including each project’s status, state and local advocacy organizations supporting the project, and links to learn more. This first-of-its-kind, easily accessible resource will help people learn about projects in their communities — like bike trails, shared-use paths, protected bike lanes, bike parks, and more — and help ensure they get funded and built. 

Local advocacy efforts are often required to advance these projects, and we encourage you to check out the projects in your area and contact the linked state and local advocacy organizations to learn how you can support getting those projects across the finish line. If you’d like to add a project to our database or correct the details of an existing project, please visit our FAQ page. 

Legislative Strategies for Bike Infrastructure

As part of the Great Bike Infrastructure Project, PeopleForBikes also created a Legislative Guide to assist policymakers and advocates in expanding bike infrastructure for transportation and recreation. As we work to make the U.S. the best place in the world to ride a bike, this comprehensive guide outlines the four most effective legislative approaches to accelerate the construction of safe and connected places to ride. 

The guide includes legislative examples from a variety of communities and states, with tips on adjusting policies to suit your own community’s needs. To help advance these policies in your community, we also included links to existing legislative language to use when crafting your own bills. 

While there is now an unprecedented amount of federal funding available for bike infrastructure, state and local funding are vital to propel more projects forward and provide the 20-50% local match required for most federal grants. Our guide offers examples of more than a dozen different state and local funding mechanisms for bike infrastructure ranging from Tax Increment Financing districts to sales tax revenue and everything in between.

One of the key strategies for advancing bike infrastructure is the implementation of Complete Streets mandates. Complete Streets ensure that all road users, including people walking, rolling, biking, and using transit, have safe and accessible ways to get where they want to go. Our guide provides examples of legislation that include strong and specific requirements for creating Complete Streets, limited exceptions, and clear roles and responsibilities to make Complete Streets mandates effective.

Advance Bike Infrastructure Through Climate Legislation

Our guide emphasizes how state and local climate legislation can facilitate the construction of bike projects. Including bike infrastructure in climate legislation can help reduce vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions, ultimately contributing to serious environmental and fiscal benefits for communities. Our guide highlights examples of climate legislation in Minnesota, Washington, Rhode Island, and Hawaii, with specific examples of the most effective pieces.

Making streets safer for people riding bikes is paramount to encouraging biking as a mode of transportation and recreation. The guide highlights several strategies for local communities and states to achieve safer streets by reducing traffic speeds, banning right turns on red, and adopting modern design standards. 

PeopleForBikes invites bike industry members, advocates, policymakers, and everyday riders to join us in creating more liveable communities by helping advance pro-bike legislation and bike infrastructure right in your backyard. Together, we can build a vibrant, healthier, and more sustainable future for all.

For more information about PeopleForBikes’ Great Bike Infrastructure Project, visit infrastructure.peopleforbikes.org.

Introducing the Great Bike Infrastructure Project

A historic piece of legislation is currently being considered in New Mexico. Signed into law by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham in 2023, the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund is the embodiment of years-long, bipartisan collaboration to invest in New Mexico’s public lands and waters. This fund will provide a dedicated and steadfast stream of resources to programs focused on conservation and recreation in all 33 counties and tribal communities. The fund will also enable the ability to leverage untapped federal dollars to maximize its impact. 

The Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund will support programs focused on outdoor recreation so that every New Mexican, present and future, as well as the state’s blossoming tourism sector, can easily access and enjoy the outdoors. At a time when interest and participation in outdoor recreation is higher than ever, sustainable, long-term investment is necessary to protect New Mexico’s biodiversity and natural resources, preserve the scenic landscapes the Land of Enchantment is famous for, and maintain the proper infrastructure for residents and visitors to safely and responsibly recreate. 

An initial $100 million dollars was invested into the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund in 2023 and split evenly across two funding mechanisms to support existing conservation programs. The first $50 million will provide direct financial support to programs through annual disbursements. A permanent trust was created with the remaining $50 million to fund existing programs through interest incurred on the principal, as to ensure a sustainable source of funding for conservation that transcends generations.

In 2024, state legislators and Governor Lujan Grisham have the opportunity to invest New Mexico’s budget surplus to meet the $350 million minimum threshold required for the fund to become self-sustaining. If these additional funds are not appropriated, the fund will run dry within the next five years. With full endowment, the fund will be able to support programs that safeguard New Mexico’s natural resources, bolster the state’s outdoor recreation economy and infrastructure, improve the collective health of both the environment and communities across the state, and leave a legacy for future generations to enjoy the lands and waters of New Mexico for decades to come.

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New Mexico Considers $350 Million in Funding for Conservation and Recreation

PeopleForBikes is proud to announce the launch of our Recreational Bicycling Access Tool, a first-of-its-kind resource developed with generous support from REI. In development for the last three years, the new tool is designed to evaluate the accessibility, quality, and connectivity of recreational biking facilities across the United States.

Not meant as a resource for people to find places to ride like Trailforks or MTB Project, the Recreational Bicycling Access Tool is specifically designed to help a broad spectrum of stakeholders, from land managers and government officials to bike advocates and academic researchers, make data-driven investments in infrastructure that ensure everyone has access to high-quality recreational bicycling opportunities close to home. The tool complements our Bicycle Network Analysis tool, which measures the quality of low-stress, on-road bicycle networks in more than 2,500 global communities.


“This tool significantly enhances our ability to drive progress on expanding recreational biking infrastructure,” says Jenn Dice, president and CEO of PeopleForBikes. “By integrating the Recreational Bicycling Access Tool with our Bicycle Network Analysis, we now have the data to identify gaps, prioritize investments, and improve connectivity at scale. This is about turning data into action — making sure every community has the tools to build better, more connected networks of bike facilities that meet the needs of today’s riders.”

To learn more about the tool’s functionality and future plans to expand its capabilities, join PeopleForBikes’ webinar on March 4 at 12 p.m. MT.

PeopleForBikes leverages data to help advocates, policymakers, and bike industry leaders drive progress for better biking nationwide. The Recreational Bicycling Access Tool is a key part of our commitment to helping more people ride bikes more often. Alongside our existing programs like City Ratings, which ranks cities worldwide on the quality of their bike networks, and the Great Bike Infrastructure Project, which tracks thousands of planned bike projects across the U.S., the Recreational Bicycling Access tool is helping communities make better data-driven decisions about where to invest in bike infrastructure.


Types of Recreational Bicycling Facilities

The Recreational Bicycling Access Tool maps various types and classes of recreational facilities:

While recreational bicycling can also occur on paved roads that allow motor vehicle access, this type of infrastructure is not included in the tool. For further exploration of access to paved roads for bicycling across the U.S., please check out our Bicycle Network Analysis (BNA) tool and City Ratings program.

Like the BNA, the Recreational Bicycling Access Tool uses OpenStreetMap to identify the location of bike facilities. To add or update the facilities in your area, please see our guide on how to edit OpenStreetMap data.

People are more likely to ride bikes when facilities like trails, paths, and bike parks are easily accessible. The Recreational Bicycling Access Tool provides the insights and data necessary to ensure that recreational bike infrastructure is available to riders of all ages and skill levels, regardless of where they live.  

To analyze accessibility, the tool measures riding opportunities across eight geographic levels: census tract, county, state, metropolitan/micropolitan statistical area, congressional district, unified school district, state legislative upper house, and state legislative lower house.

The tool then quantifies access using five different metrics:

Facilities: The number of unique recreational facility classes the average resident can access.

Miles of Trails: The total miles of trails the average resident can access (excludes bike parks).

Miles per Person: The total miles of trails the average resident can access per 1,000 people living in the area (excludes bike parks).

Amenities: The number of unique amenities out of 39 amenity types located within 0.25 miles of a bike facility that a resident can access (excludes bike parks).

Bike Parks: The number of bike parks the average resident can access (excludes trails).


Access to facilities is viewable through two lenses: bike and motor vehicle access. A bicycling facility is considered accessible by bike within 1.67 miles of where people live, about a 10-minute bike ride at a 10 mph pace. A bicycling facility is considered accessible by motor vehicle when located within a 20-minute drive of where people live. Bicycling facilities located within a given census tract are considered accessible to everyone in that tract.


Users can further refine their view of the data through a series of filters based on demographic factors, including race, income, affordability, age, and more. 

For more detailed information regarding access calculations, facilities, and amenity types, please see our detailed methodology and OSM tag spreadsheet.

At the county level, the tool reveals that in large, rural counties, unpaved roads provide the majority of recreational bicycling opportunities. For example, Lincoln County, NV, with a population of only 4,600 people, has more than 2,200 miles of trails.

However, looking at the “Amenities” access metric reveals a lack of any bike or transport-specific amenities (represented by purple and orange dots, respectively), indicating that despite having high trail mile access, Lincoln County may not specifically invest in bike infrastructure.

This stands in stark contrast to places like Bentonville, AR, the self-proclaimed Mountain Bike Capital of the World. Bike amenities are aplenty around Bentonville, as are both paved and unpaved trails, showing a clear investment in high quality recreational biking opportunities for residents and visitors.

The tool can also be used to compare neighboring geographies while advocating for increased access. In Oregon, Deschutes County is home to a large network of unpaved trails for mountain biking just outside of Bend, where the majority of the county’s population resides. The proximity of these trails to town means that the average resident can easily access more than 23 miles of trails.

This stands in contrast to Lane County to the west. While the two counties have a comparable mileage of trails (1,100 in Lane, 1,300 in Deschutes), the tool reveals that the average resident of Deschutes county has direct access to almost twice as many trails. Despite the presence of unpaved roads for recreational riding in the southeastern part of Lane county, most residents live in Eugene, and thus can only easily access the paved trails close to town.

The examples above illustrate how a single metric might not tell the whole story of recreational bicycling access and how different geographies have different strengths and weaknesses with respect to existing infrastructure. By leveraging this unique dataset and considering access from multiple angles, PeopleForBikes hopes our new tool will support investment in high quality recreational bicycling infrastructure and connect new places to ride with where people live, allowing more people in communities across the U.S. to access the countless joys and benefits of biking.

PeopleForBikes’ New Tool to Expand Access to Recreational Bicycling

Los Angeles Bike Academy Executive Director Damon Turner coaches young athletes as part of the many neighborhood services of the South Los Angeles nonprofit. PHOTO CREDIT: Science in Sport

Each year, PeopleForBikes supports transformative bike projects and advocacy efforts across the U.S. through our Industry Community Grants program. Many of those projects, like Apache County's pump and skills track in Arizona, Los Angeles Bicycle Academy’s youth programs, and the Lodestone XC mountain bike park in Kearns, Utah, are creating safe and inclusive spaces for the next generation of riders.

In 2017, Chief Judge Michael Latham in Apache County, Arizona, decided to convert a juvenile detention center into a teen resource center to give the county’s youth a safe place to gather and recreate. The center, called the LOFT, provides a technology space, rooms for music and games, a sound recording studio, and an education room, along with a lounge, kitchen, and enclosed outdoor courtyard. Soon they’ll have another amenity: a first-class pump and skills track. Thanks to a PeopleForBikes Industry Community Grant and other support, the pump and skills track is currently under construction in the community’s existing skatepark. 


“When will it be finished?!” is a question LOFT Manager Kyle Mayer has to answer almost daily, he says. The track will serve the growing demand for youth bicycling opportunities in Apache County. The local high school recently started a mountain bike club, with residents donating bikes to families who can’t afford them, and LOFT is also working with IMBA to improve existing mountain bike trails in the region. The new pump and skills track will give Apache County youth a safe and accessible place to practice their skills and connect with the local community.

The Los Angeles Bicycle Academy (LABA) was founded by former amateur racer and long-time community leader Damon Turner to support his local community and improve diverse representation in the sport of bicycling.


The Academy’s vision is simple: “We’re passionate about bicycles. We believe that bikes offer a simple solution to many of our communities’ complex problems. Bikes are great for your personal health and for the health of our environment. Bikes can help you save money on transportation, and bikes can provide you with endless miles of fun with your family and friends.” Among the many services the Academy provides are periodic family rides that give local youth the freedom to explore their neighborhood and their parents the confidence that they can do so safely.

“Getting involved with LABA was a turning point for me. I learned countless lessons — not just about bikes, but about community, patience, and persistence,” says Academy member Fareed Mumin. “I also grew closer to the amazing community that supports LABA. I started participating in Wednesday night rides which deepened my love for cycling and strengthened my connections within the cycling community. I also encouraged my little brother, little sister, and a few friends to enroll in LABA’s earn-a-bike program. To this day, they still ride the bikes they earned through LABA.”

“LABA isn’t just a bike program — it’s a community, a space for growth, and an incredible resource,” says Mumin. “I’ll always be grateful for the experiences I’ve had there and for the opportunity to share that with others.”

The Los Angeles Bike Academy family ride took members to a nature center in a nearby neighborhood. PHOTO CREDIT: Los Angeles Bike Academy

In Kearns, Utah, just west of Salt Lake City, local high school student athletes on the West Granite Composite mountain bike team have thrived under the coaching of NICA’s Rochelle Bartschi. Unfortunately, unlike teams in the wealthier districts to their east, the team can’t ride to trails for practice and their parents are likely working or lacking an extra car to transport them around. That will all change when the Lodestone XC mountain bike park is finished next summer. Supported by a PeopleForBikes Industry Community Grant, Trails Utah is building a cross-country style bike park on 12 acres of land accessible to thousands of families in the area. The new park’s design maximizes the number of fun, flowy trail miles designed to build fitness while also providing riders with a rewarding, circuit-type experience. The park includes skill areas, bermed turns, drops, and other trail features suitable for helping youth advance their mountain bike skill level.

“What’s really cool about the project is that this park serves a low-income area that’s really underserved,” says Trails Utah Executive Director Sarah Bennett. She says the local kids have really embraced the park, with 20-40 youth showing up every weekend to volunteer to help get it built. “The park just exudes this awesome spirit of inclusion,” Bennett says, citing the community of riders of adaptive bikes and the attention trail builders are giving to features that will challenge and support people with disabilities.

Weekends at the Lodestone Community Park are exciting events for area youth who can’t wait to get a great cross-country mountain bike park and come out in droves to help build it. PHOTO CREDIT: Trails Utah

Communities across the country are demonstrating the transformative power of bicycles to bring people together, create opportunities, and improve lives. From Apache County’s pump and skills track to LABA’s inspiring programs and the Lodestone XC mountain bike park in Kearns, these projects showcase how investments in bike infrastructure and advocacy can ignite passion, foster inclusivity, and strengthen community bonds. With every trail built, bike donated, and skill shared, these efforts are laying the foundation for healthier, more connected communities where everyone — regardless of age, ability, or background — can experience the joy and empowerment found on a bicycle.

PeopleForBikes Industry Community Grants Are Supporting Youth Bicycling Nationwide

In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the National Park Service (NPS) prepared a Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) to examine environmental impacts associated with the use of electric bicycles (e-bikes) in the National Park System.


The findings from the PEA confirmed that the inclusion of e-bikes where bicycles are already allowed has "no significant impact" on the environment or user experience. PeopleForBikes welcomes the findings of the NPS assessment affirming the use of e-bikes on paths, roads, and trails where traditional bikes are already allowed across the National Park System. The ruling also gives individual park superintendents the discretionary authority to make decisions regarding e-bike use within their national park.

The study comes after years of debate regarding the impact of e-bikes on wildlife and visitor experiences. The PEA was conducted to address inadequacies in NEPA compliance associated with a 2020 NPS ruling (85 FR 69175), which defines the term “electric bicycle” and establishes rules for how they may be used, and to assess the impacts of the rule on a national level.


The rule’s findings resolve previous regulatory uncertainty about whether e-bikes were subject to existing regulations governing motor vehicles and traditional bicycles. The ruling specifically excludes e-bikes from the definition of “motor vehicle” and defines an “electric bicycle” within the model three-class system. Additionally, the rule prohibits e-bikes in areas, including public roads and parking areas, that have not been designated by the superintendent for e-bike use. The exception is where the use of motor vehicles by the public is allowed. Additionally, the rule prohibits using the electric motor exclusively to move an e-bike for an extended period of time without pedaling. The rule applies the same operational requirements to e-bikes that apply to traditional bicycles.


The rule does not mandate the use of e-bikes anywhere in the National Park System. Instead, it authorizes park superintendents to allow e-bikes where traditional bicycles are already allowed. The superintendent of each park unit has the discretion to allow e-bike use — or not — on a case-by-case basis. 

PeopleForBikes believes e-bikes can be responsibly integrated into park systems with thoughtful policies in place. Many parks, including Great Smoky Mountains National Park, have already undergone the NEPA review process and authorized the use of e-bikes on park paths, setting an example for other parks to follow.

For more information on the PEA’s findings and a summary of the document, visit PeopleForBikes’ Research Library. 


For more information on nationwide e-bike policies and PeopleForBikes’ ongoing e-bike advocacy work, please visit peopleforbikes.org/topics/electric-bikes or email Senior Manager of Recreation Policy Rachel Fussell at rachel@peopleforbikes.org.

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Officials and advocates enjoy the new Pershing Bikeway on its opening day. PHOTO CREDIT: San Diego County Bicycle Coalition

More than 200 high-priority bike projects were constructed across the U.S. in the last year according to PeopleForBikes’ National Bike Project Tracker, a first-of-its-kind database as part of our Great Bike Infrastructure Project. 

With the goal of creating more safe, fun, and connected places to ride in communities nationwide, the Great Bike Infrastructure Project is fast-tracking thousands of bike projects in all 50 states. From protected bike lanes to multi-use paths to singletrack mountain bike trails, each project in our database features a basic description and project status — proposed or planned, approved but not funded, funded and ready for construction, or completed — alongside useful links for people to support local advocacy organizations and get projects across the finish line in their backyard.


As we enter the second year of the Great Bike Infrastructure Project, we’re celebrating a few of our favorite projects that were completed in the last 12 months along with the many benefits that bike projects can offer communities of all shapes and sizes. 

300 West is a critical north-south arterial road in Salt Lake City that previously wasn’t safe for biking. Local leaders took advantage of the need to repave the street to make much needed improvements, implementing Complete Streets strategies championed by the Great Bike Infrastructure Project. Using funding from the city’s “Funding Our Future” program, a local sales tax that can be a great funding source for creating better places to bike, the city constructed new crosswalks, planted trees for shade, and built a new 10-foot-wide bike path adjacent to the sidewalk so bike riders and pedestrians can both travel freely without conflict.  

San Diego’s new Pershing Bikeway connects the diverse North Park neighborhood to bike lanes near downtown through Balboa Park. The final 2.3-mile project includes a combined two-way protected bike lane connecting to a separate bike path which then connects to one-way protected bike lanes. The bikeway creates a more comfortable and convenient way for people of all ages and abilities to travel while providing an important link in San Diego’s growing connected bike network. 

Madison is expanding access to close-to-home recreation for thousands of local residents thanks to the recently completed singletrack trails through Sycamore Park. The 1.5-mile “adventure trail” features natural surfaces optimized for biking. Portions of the trail are covered in a natural stone chip seal surface while others are made up of native soil, wood, and stone. While communities on the west and south sides of Madison have access to many miles of singletrack, this new section of trail expands riding opportunities on the east side of the city, where trail access was previously scarce.


Is there a local bike project in your community that needs support? Explore our interactive map to identify projects in your area and let us know if we need to add a new project to our list. You can also explore our tools and resources to help advance more bike projects in your backyard. PeopleForBikes is committed to making sure every one of the more than 1,800 projects in our database is constructed to share the countless benefits of safe, fun, and connected places to ride with millions of people across the U.S.

Bike Projects Are Benefiting Communities Nationwide

This November, $33 billion in funding for better biking is on ballots in cities, counties, and states from coast to coast. Through our VoteForBikes campaign, PeopleForBikes tracks and advocates for ballot measures that make it safer and easier to ride a bike in communities across the country.

LEARN ABOUT PRO-BIKE MEASURES ON YOUR BALLOT

With election season in full swing, we collected seven of the most important measures on state and local ballots in the 2024 general election that could significantly move the needle for better bike riding across the U.S. 

This harmful measure could eliminate critical funding for multi-modal transportation opportunities in the state of Washington. If approved, Initiative 2117 will repeal the 2021 Climate Commitment Act (CCA), Washington’s cap-and-invest program designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In doing so, the transformational $1.3 billion in funding for bike and pedestrian projects that are included in the Move Ahead Washington package funded by the CCA will no longer be available. This measure will drastically reduce, and even eliminate, safe and connected places to ride a bike throughout Washington while setting a dangerous precedent for climate and transportation policy in other states across the U.S. 

Proposition 1 will replace the expiring Levy to Move Seattle that was approved by voters in 2015 to invest in and expand the city’s transportation system. The current levy represents one third of the Seattle Department of Transportation budget, positioning this measure as an important opportunity to continue funding safe and connected ways to move around Seattle over the next eight years. The measure outlines a $1.55 billion investment, including significant funding to build new protected bike lanes and greenways, adding safety features to existing bike lanes, improving bike accessibility on roads, and completing network gaps, particularly in southern Seattle.

A $10 billion general obligation bond is on the ballot for residents of the Golden State, which will invest in a variety of climate-focused projects including safe drinking water, wildfire prevention, drought preparedness, clean air, open space preservation, and expanded recreation opportunities. Of the $10 billion, nearly $2 billion will directly impact places to ride a bike through the construction of new trails, maintenance and improvement of existing trails, and support of active transportation infrastructure. This measure illustrates how bikes can be positioned as an effective vehicle for climate action by reducing the number of car trips and facilitating greater connection with the outdoors.


City and County of San Francisco, California

Residents of San Francisco have an opportunity to permanently dedicate car-free space on the Parkway at Upper Great Highway alongside Ocean Beach. If approved, this measure will provide space for people to enjoy the outdoors; increase transportation access for those who walk, bike, roll, and use transit; and preserve delicate natural resources along the city’s picturesque coastline. Children, families, commuters, and outdoor enthusiasts will all be able to enjoy a safe place to bike in the park without the fear of riding in traffic while enjoying the views and a sense of community if this measure is approved. 


Environment and Natural Resources Fund Amendment

Minnesotans have the opportunity to continue the state’s long history of protecting and enjoying the outdoors by reauthorizing lottery revenue to the Environment and Natural Resources Fund through 2050. This amendment will provide a stable source of funding for projects that protect, conserve, and enhance air, water, land, and wildlife while expanding opportunities to recreate across the state, including the creation and expansion of biking trails as well as historic biking tours. The proposed measure also increases the amount of funding that can be dispersed from the fund for community grants that invest in underserved communities so everyone can access the many benefits of nature. If approved, nearly $3 billion in revenue will be generated over the next 25 years to support the fund.

The Maine Trails Bond represents a first-ever opportunity to fund a network of trails across the state if approved by voters. This measure will issue up to $30 million to establish the Maine Trails Program and oversee the design, development, and maintenance of recreation and active transportation trails. One-quarter of the funds will support non-motorized trails, another quarter of funds will support motorized trails, and the remaining funds will support multi-use trails. Funds will prioritize sustainability and accessibility to promote outdoor access for all and significantly expand opportunities to ride a bike across Maine. 

Central Ohio Transit Authority (Columbus, Ohio)

To keep pace with development in Columbus and surrounding areas, the proposed sales and use tax for the Central Ohio Transit Authority represents a historic opportunity to generate revenue and strengthen the region’s multimodal transportation system. Nearly one-third of funding generated from the sales tax will go towards transit-supportive projects including bike and pedestrian infrastructure. The proposed measure outlines plans to build 500 miles of new bike paths, multi-use trails, and sidewalks by 2050 to complement transit infrastructure that will significantly increase mobility options for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds in the region. 

Ensure your voice is heard this November by making a plan to vote, including checking voter registration deadlines. You can make a difference in your community by visiting our VoteForBikes tracker to identify a pro-bike measure on your ballot. Spread the word about exciting opportunities to improve biking in your backyard by sharing these ballot measures with your family, friends, neighbors, and community members. We can all pave the way for more safe, fun, and connected places to ride a bike in our communities by voting for bikes this election day.

$33 Billion is on the Ballot for Bikes This November

As public lands continue to be popular destinations for outdoor recreation, more Americans are taking advantage of opportunities to ride bikes across these landscapes nationwide. Whether you ride natural surface trails managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Moab, Utah; the paved roads within Shenandoah National Park managed by the National Park Service (NPS); or the many doubletrack roads across U.S. Forest Service land, access to our public lands is vital. Here are five priorities PeopleForBikes is advocating for to strengthen access for biking on public lands: 

Support for the Public Lands in Public Hands Act

Access to trails depends on public lands remaining in public ownership. The sale of public lands (other than through specific scenarios outlined in law) puts access to trails at risk. The Public Lands in Public Hands Act is bipartisan legislation that will prohibit the sale or transfer of public lands managed by the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forest Service (again, except in cases already outlined in law). PeopleForBikes supports this critical legislation to help protect the places we ride for generations to come.

Inclusion of Active Transportation Bicycle Infrastructure Funding Within the Federal Lands Transportation Program (FLTP)

The FLTP funds highways and bridges on public lands. Unfortunately, the program does not fund enough protected bicycle infrastructure, despite a growing number of people riding to and within public lands. As part of the Surface Transportation Reauthorization — which funds and sets policy for highways, roads, bridges, trails, and transit — we are advocating for legislation that would require the FLTP to invest in bicycle infrastructure. Doing so will improve safety, expand access, and create more opportunities for adventure on public lands.

Modernize Permitting on Public Lands for Bike Riders

For years, guiding and outfitting bike trips on public lands has been burdened by an outdated and inconsistent permitting system. Each land management agency had its own process, making it time consuming and unpredictable to obtain permits. The EXPLORE Act, which was signed into law last year thanks in part to strong advocacy from PeopleForBikes, streamlines this process — making it easier for guides and outfitters to lead bike trips, even those that span multiple agencies or involve different types of bicycles, including e-bikes. The law also directs agencies to identify and catalog long-distance bike trails, expanding opportunities for exploration. These reforms mark a significant step forward in improving access, and PeopleForBikes is working closely with Congress and federal agencies to ensure implementation continues to prioritize cycling.

The Recreational Trails Program builds and maintains trails across the country, which are funded through fuel taxes from off-highway vehicles. However, the fuel taxes collected far exceed the amount of funding made available to RTP, reducing the amount of trail investments that can and should be made each year. PeopleForBikes has long supported the full funding of RTP, which would dedicate the funds brought in from fuel taxes to the program without impacting the Transportation Alternatives Program or other highway programs. This translates to more and better-maintained trails.  

Clarifying E-Bikes Access to Non-Motorized Trails

Among land managers responsible for RTP trails, there is a lack of clarity around policies related to e-bikes on non-motorized trails. PeopleForBikes is leading legislation to clarify in law that e-bikes are permitted to be used on non-motorized trails that are part of the Recreational Trails Program. This ongoing confusion brings some risk to e-bike access, so we are working to include language in the Surface Transportation Reauthorization that would provide clarity and certainty for both cyclists and land managers.   

Ensuring access to public lands for everyone is a core priority for PeopleForBikes, as these lands are essential to the riding experiences we cherish. We encourage you to join us in supporting policies that not only enhance opportunities for biking on public lands but also protect and preserve these treasured places for future generations. For more information on PeopleForBikes' work in this area, please contact Senior Manager of Recreation Policy Rachel Fussell at rachel@peopleforbikes.org.

Five Priorities for Increasing Bicycle Access on Public Lands

At PeopleForBikes, we are firm believers that bicycles, including mountain bikes, can play a critical role in creating better communities. Now, a powerful new report from the Trust for Public Land (TPL), in partnership with the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), puts numbers behind that belief: mountain biking is an economic powerhouse that transforms towns, boosts local businesses, and delivers real returns for people and places.

Released as part of TPL’s Green Paper series, the Economic Benefits of Mountain Biking makes a clear case for why mountain biking is an under-recognized force for rural revitalization, economic development, and community wellness.

Communities like Burke, Vermont, and Chattanooga, Tennessee, are seeing the results firsthand — multi-million-dollar annual impacts, surging trail use, and growing small business ecosystems around their trail systems. Communities surrounding mountain bike trail systems are benefiting from trail infrastructure that spurs tourism spending, new jobs, and more amenities for local residents.

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