Trolley Trail

Never use the trails after dark. Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission trails are available for use from sunrise to sunset each day.

Tell friends or family the route you’ll be taking, and always travel with a buddy, when possible.

Be sure to carry identification (which includes name, phone number, and pertinent medical information), and record your bicycle serial number.

Keep valuables such as cell phones and wallets hidden.

Wear reflective material and carry a whistle or noisemaker.

Never wear a headset, airpods, or headphones.

Always carry tools to repair minor bike issues and have supplies to change a flat tire.

Avoid unfamiliar areas when on the trails alone.

Prior to using a new trail, take the time to familiarize yourself with the trail and plan your route.

Stay alert, be observant about your surroundings, and avoid areas where visibility is poor.

Use discretion when acknowledging strangers, and follow your intuition about unfamiliar people and areas.

Bicyclists should pull off the trail when stopping to avoid a possible accident.

Bicyclists approaching pedestrians should make an advanced noise using voice, bell, or horn to avoid startling walkers.

Bicyclists should always wear a helmet and ride at speeds that do not exceed 12 miles per hour.

When on roadways, remember to ride with traffic, but walk and run against traffic.

Pets should be kept on a short leash, and people must clean up after their pets.

Horses should be kept on the grass shoulder, when possible.

With the exception of motorized wheelchairs, motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trail.