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- The City of Ann Arbor is committed to establishing a bicycle lane network that residents and visitors can use to travel within the city. There are currently 37 miles of bike lanes in the City. In the long-term, the City has plans for 76 total miles of bike lanes, or bike lanes on 85% of the primary road system. In addition to the designated bicycle lanes, there are 50 miles of shared-use paths in the City. (Updated May 2012)
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What is a bicycle lane?
There are two types of bicycle lanes defined in the Ann Arbor Non-Motorized Plan (pdf).
Bike Lane - a portion of the roadway designated for bicycle use. Pavement striping and markings sometimes accompanied with signage are used to delineate the lane. Examples can be found on portions of Packard Road and State Street.
Shared-use Path - a wide pathway that is separate from a roadway by the minimum an open unpaved space or barrier or located completely away from a roadway. A Shared Use Path is shared by bicyclists and pedestrians. There are numerous sub-types of Shared Use Paths including Sidewalk Bikeways that have unique characteristics and issues. An example of a shared-use path would be the Gallup Park path.
How does riding a bike affect the Ann Arbor environment?
Riding a bicycle to work greatly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides. Bicycling also reduces dependence on fossil fuels, saves gas money, reduces traffic congestion, and has positive impacts for physical and mental health.
Where can I get a map of Ann Arbor bicycle routes?
City of Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County bicycle map (pdf) is available for free online and for a cost of $2 at the following locations:
- Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Customer Service Office, 734.994.2780
- Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Administration, 2230 Platt Road, 734.971.6337
- Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, 2960 Washtenaw, 734.971.6337
- Ann Arbor Cyclery, 1224 Packard Road, 734.761.2749
- Two Wheel Tango, 3162 Packard Road, 734.528.3030
- Two Wheel Tango, 323 E. Hoover 734.769.8401
- Great Lakes Cycling & Fitness, 2107 West Stadium Blvd., 734.668.6484 or 888.673.0448
- Light Action Foundation, 560 South Main Street
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Last Updated July 2009