Why are the bike trails open only for pedestrians?
Under the parks closure order, Class 1 bike trails like the Joe Rodota and West County trails (paved bike paths separated from roads) are open to pedestrians only. These trails serve as essential pathways in some neighborhoods, functioning like sidewalks. They remain open to let residents move about within their neighborhoods. They’re closed to cyclists to help prevent crowding and through-traffic and to reinforce the intent of the stay-at-home order.