Be safe, share the space!
Before heading out on the trails and pathways around Golden, don't forget to brush up on safety and etiquette tips.
Golden by Bike Infographic Map
For cyclists, e-bikes and e-scooters:
- Slow down and yield when approaching pedestrians.
- Pass on the left, leave space, and use your voice, “passing on your left,” bell or horn to warn others of passing.
- If riding on the road, always travel in the same direction as traffic and follow the rules of the road.
- Always yield to pedestrians.
- Don’t ride your bike, e-bike, or e-scooter on sidewalks, especially in the downtown core.
For pedestrians:
- Do not block the path.
- Watch for other users on bikes, e-bikes and e-scooters.
- Stay to the right of the path.
- If walking on a street with no sidewalk, walk facing traffic.
Dogs:
- Please make sure your dog is leashed in the on-leash areas. View the on-leash map.
- If your dog is off leash in a designated area, your dog must be monitored and under hand/voice control at all times. If your dog doesn’t have recall, it shouldn’t be off leash.
- Respect other dogs and owners. Just because your dog is friendly doesn't mean other dogs are. Some dogs may be nervous, reactive, fearful, in training, or owned by people who want to be left alone.
- Scoop that poop! Let's keep our shoes, trails and parks clean by using one of over 20 pet waste bag stations located around Golden and disposing of waste properly.
GoByBike Week: June 3-9
Ready, set, ride!
The Town of Golden, Golden Cycling Club and Kicking Horse Chamber of Commerce challenge you to bike or roll (skateboard, scooter, rollerblade) anywhere and everywhere during GoByBike Week June 3-9.
GoByBike Week is an annual challenge that encourages people of all ages and abilities to leave the car at home and travel by bike, skateboard, scooter, or rollerblade etc. Join the challenge and log your rides for a change to win great provincial prizes. Register and learn more at www.GoByBikeBC.ca
Leave the car at home and roll to work, the grocery store or to enjoy the outdoors. Any ride counts!
Golden by Bike Infographic Map
Why GoByBike?
Choosing to bike or roll (or walk!) instead of driving has a lot of benefits:
- Stay active! Biking, rolling or walking is a great way to stay active, reduce stress and have fun!
- Skip the traffic and construction! Spring and summer is busy in Golden, biking, rolling or walking can be faster than driving with more direct routes, avoids construction, and there’s no need to find parking.
- Save your money and the environment! Biking, rolling or walking can help you save money on fuel and reduce your carbon emissions.
- Connect with your community! Biking, rolling or walking, lets you take the scenic route and enjoy nature, and connect with your neighbours on the trails, paths and sidewalks
If you GoByBike this week, show us your ride or route with #GoByBikeGolden
GoByBike Week also supports the Town of Golden's Active Transportation Plan to encourage the use of active transportation in Golden. Learn more about the plan.
GoByBike Community Events
Golden Pride Society Bike Rodeo:
- Sunday, June 9 at 2 p.m. at the Golden Municipal Campground
- Bring your Decorated bikes and show off your decorating skills and ride with pride through the town.
- Fun for all ages!
