RIDING ETIQUETTE
Rules of the Road
Sitka Biking Trails
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Sitka is a bike-friendly community, and the compact road network is ideal for biking. Follow these tips to make the experience safer and more enjoyable for everyone.
Be Respectful
• Yield to pedestrians and traffic: All trails open to bikes are shared with people walking, and occasionally vehicles. Slowing down keeps everyone safe. Failure to yield is illegal under Alaska State Law.
• Use recommended riding routes: Riding on sidewalks in downtown Sitka is prohibited. Walk your bike in heavy foot traffic and pedestrian-only areas.
BIKING DIFFICULTY: Easy
TRAIL
Moderate Difficult
1 Bayside Loop / Starrigavan Campground 600 ft /. 18 km
2 Starrigavan Multi-Use Trails
HIKEABLE
SHARED WITH ATVS / UTVS
SHARED WITH VEHICLES
HILLY TERRAIN
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
3 Harbor Mountain Road 5.5 mi / 8.9 km
4 Halibut Point Road 7.3 mi / 11.7 km
5 Sitka Cross Trail 7.8 mi / 12.5 km
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DISTANCE
6 Single-Track Bike Trails Multiple mini loop trails
7 Downtown Sitka Avoid sidewalks!
8 Sawmill Creek Road 5.6 mi / 8.8 km
9 Thimbleberry / Heart Lake Trail 3.2 mi / 5 km
10 Blue Lake Road 2.2 mi / 3.5 km
11 Green Lake Road 8.2 mi / 13.1 km
Be Predictable
• Ride on the right side of the road, single-file, with traffic flow.
• Ride as if you were in a car; yield, follow traffic signals, use turn-lanes when applicable, and signal your intentions clearly.
• Watch out for people walking, driving, and other hazards.
Be Bear-Aware
Bear activity is highest between spring and fall, but bears are present year-round. If you encounter a bear, DO NOT RUN. Back away slowly while facing the bear. Make noise and try to look large. Use bear spray if necessary.