Grand Rapids Biking Trails

Grand Rapids has earned national recognition for its biking environment. Outside Magazine named us the "Best Town for Mountain Biking" in 2010. Even our buses are bike-friendly - every one is equipped with a bike rack, so you can access local trails without riding through traffic.

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Bike Trails

Enjoy hundreds of miles of paved trails plus excellent mountain-bike trails.

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GR Road Safety Program

Driving safety for both in a car or on a bike is important. Learn the rules of the road with Driving Change.…

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Things To Do

Mountain Biking

Test your off-road biking skills on all sorts of terrain!

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Street Biking

Bicycling is a great way to get around the city!

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Biking Trail Map

Grand Rapids and Kent County are home to a fantastic network of paved pathways that are perfect for biking and walking. This network of car-free trails is a great way to get around Grand Rapids or just enjoy some time outdoors! Use this map to find a beautiful shared use path near you.

Click or touch a trail on the map to learn more!

Suggested Biking Tours through MyCityBikes:

White Pine Trail Day Tour: This bicycle day tour out-and-back takes you from Riverside Park up to Cedar Springs, with suggested stops along the way. Pick your destinations along this route that has something for everyone - outdoor attractions, family fun, delicious food and shopping!

Ice Cream Tour: When the weather gets warm that can only mean one thing - it's time for ice cream! Grand Rapids has some of the very best, most creative flavors around. Enjoy this ride to some of GR's favorite purveyors of scrumptious ice cream.

Coffee Tour: It's time to get caffeinated! From awesome ambiance to unique flavors and twists on your everyday latte, this bicycle tour will take you to some of Grand Rapids' favorite coffee joints for an experience that will leave you buzzing.

Biking & Hotels

Many hotels offer convenient access to the Grand River Edges Trail, which guides you along the banks of the Grand River through the city center – and links you to a 2.2-mile paved path in Riverside Park, north of the city, as well as the 92-mile Fred Meijer White Pine Trail. Follow a dedicated street bike lane west out of the city to access Kent Trails, a 15-mile paved path that winds through beautiful Millennium Park.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids is located right across from the Grand River and maintains a Bike Pump, Repair & Wash system for guests – so it’s a perfect home base for your biking adventure.

Bike Races & Events

Feeling competitive? Want to experience a fun biking event? Test your skills at these events.

Bike Groups

PedalGR leads regular bike tours around the city. The Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition serves up information and advocacy. The Western Michigan Mountain Biking Association provides off-road guidance.