BikeBaltimore is the Department of Transportation’s bike program. Managed by the Planning Section, BikeBaltimore includes anything bike related including implementing the Bicycle Master Plan, incorporating cycling in many transportation projects, installing bike racks and coordinating cycling events. The Bicycle Master Plan was developed by the Department of Planning in 2006. Since then, Baltimore has installed 42 on-street bike lane miles and is adding more every year.
Why Ride a Bike?
- Inexpensive transportation mode for everyone
- Healthy alternative to driving/sitting in traffic
- Reduces traffic congestion
- No carbon footprint
- Shorter travel times in urban setting
- Interactive access with transit system (buses, light rail & Metro)
Bike Benefits