Austin Hike And Bike

The Austin Bicycle Route Map shows Priority 1 routes in the Austin Bicycle Plan, Part 2. Each route is rated for the ease or difficulty of riding with current conditions, based on lane widths, traffic volumes, and traffic speed.

The most recent version of the map, 5th Edition Fall 2007, is now available.

To view a PDF version of the bike map - click on Bicycle Route Map PDF This is a 2.9MB file. Depending on your connection speed, you might experience long download times.

Maps may be obtained from area bicycle shops or directly from the City. To obtain a copy in person, please stop by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Program office at One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 800, at the corner of Barton Springs Road and South First Street.

If you prefer taking a ride on a trail, as opposed to riding on the street, Austin has some great hike and bike trails that may interest you. Austin has one of the best trail systems in the nation. With over 50 miles of well surfaced paths that follow natural greenbelts into all areas of the city. Just remember most of these trails are "hike and bike" trails, so you will be among other bike riders, as well as runners, and hikers.