Electric Bike Laws In Pennsylvania State Forests: What's Allowed?

Electric bikes (e-bikes) are allowed on trails in Pennsylvania state parks and forests that are already open to traditional bicycle usage. E-bikes can be used on DCNR-managed trails where traditional bikes are allowed, as well as on DCNR-managed motorized trails and public-use roads unless they are marked as prohibited to bikes. However, e-bike users must propel their bikes by pedalling on non-motorized trails; the use of the throttle-only functionality is not permitted on these trails.

E-bikes are allowed on DCNR-managed trails where traditional bikes are allowed

Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are allowed on DCNR-managed trails where traditional bikes are allowed. This includes DCNR-managed motorized trails and public-use roads unless they are marked as prohibited to bikes.

E-bike users must propel their e-bikes by pedalling on non-motorized trails; the use of the throttle-only functionality is not permitted on non-motorized trails managed by the DCNR.

State forest roads and trails that are not open to biking, and which would also prohibit e-bikes, include: [list of roads and trails].

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has an internal policy for the use of e-bikes on state park and forest lands. An e-bike is defined as a bicycle equipped with an electric motor that assists the rider when they are pedalling.

E-bikes are allowed on DCNR-managed motorized trails and public-use roads unless marked as prohibited to bikes

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has an internal policy for the use of electric bicycles on state park and forest lands. An electric bicycle (e-bike) is defined as a bicycle equipped with an electric motor that assists the rider when they are pedaling.

E-bike users must propel their e-bikes by pedaling on non-motorized trails; the use of the throttle-only functionality is not permitted on non-motorized trails managed by the DCNR. State forest roads and trails that are not open to biking, which would also prohibit e-bikes, include...

E-bikes make Pennsylvania state parks and forests more accessible to a wider range of people, including older individuals and those with physical limitations or medical conditions. The DCNR's final policy expands opportunities for healthy outdoor recreation while managing impacts on other visitors and natural places.

E-bike users must propel their e-bikes by pedalling on non-motorized trails

Electric bikes are allowed on trails in Pennsylvania state parks and forests, as long as the trails are already open to traditional bicycle usage. E-bike users must propel their e-bikes by pedalling on non-motorised trails. The use of the throttle-only functionality is not permitted on non-motorised trails managed by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).

E-bikes are allowed on DCNR-managed trails where traditional bikes are allowed. They are also permitted on DCNR-managed motorized trails and public-use roads unless they are marked as prohibited to bikes.

E-bikes make Pennsylvania state parks and forests more accessible to people with physical limitations or medical conditions. The DCNR’s policy aims to balance healthy outdoor recreation with managing impacts on other visitors and natural places.

While e-bikes are allowed on some state forest roads and trails, there may be specific areas that are not open to biking, including e-bikes. It is important for e-bike users to check the guidelines for their destination before they go, as other public lands in Pennsylvania (such as federal lands, local parks, and preserves) may have different requirements related to e-bike usage.

E-bikes make Pennsylvania state parks and forests more accessible to older individuals and those with physical limitations or medical conditions

Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are allowed on trails in Pennsylvania state parks and forests that are already open to traditional bicycle usage. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has an internal policy for the use of e-bikes on state park and forest lands. E-bikes are allowed on DCNR-managed motorized trails and public-use roads unless they are marked as prohibited to bikes. E-bike users must propel their bikes by pedalling on non-motorised trails; the use of throttle-only functionality is not permitted on non-motorised trails managed by the DCNR.

You are allowed to use a throttled e-bike on State Forest

E-bikes are allowed on trails already open to traditional bicycle usage as long as users follow guidelines consistent with the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. E-bikes are allowed on DCNR-managed motorized trails and public-use roads unless they are marked as prohibited to bikes. However, e-bike users must propel their bikes by pedalling on non-motorised trails; the use of the throttle-only functionality is not permitted on non-motorised trails managed by the DCNR.

Therefore, you are allowed to use a throttled e-bike on State Forest roads and trails that are open to biking.

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