Fall is a terrific time to explore Marquette County on two wheels. With over 60 miles of paved and gravel bike paths, there’s plenty to discover around every turn. Keep yourself and others safe by following these guidelines for e-bike etiquette while riding.
Know Where To Ride
The Marquette City Multi-Use Path and the Iron Ore Heritage Trail are perfect for exploring on e-bikes. Other trail systems, such as the Noquemanon Trail Network, only allow class 1 e-bikes.
Riding bikes on City of Marquette sidewalks in the business district area (Washington Street between Lakeshore Boulevard and Seventh Street; Third Street between Fair Avenue and Baraga Avenue; Front Street from West Ridge Street to West Baraga Avenue) is not allowed except between the hours of 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm Monday through Saturday, and 10:00 am to 10:00 pm on Sundays.
Be respectful of other users
Slow down and verbally announce when passing other cyclists or pedestrians.
Follow traffic laws
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Cyclists must obey all vehicle traffic laws when riding on the road
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Use hand signals when turning
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Use bicycle lanes (located on downtown Third Street for southbound traffic, and Wright Street) when available
For more e-bike guidelines check out these resources:
