Bicycle Safety along greater 30A
What You Need to Know!
When you visit Naturewalk at Seagrove and Greater 30A, you will likely see many vacationers and local homeowners riding bicycles or electric-assisted bikes.
Using a bicycle is a popular way to get around 30A, and it is also an area where riders and parents of children need to be aware of and follow some of the Florida laws that apply to them. While this list is not exhaustive, these are the most common questions owners & guests ask.
Search “30A” and “bicycles” for many safety resources related to riding bicycles along 30A.
Here are some of the most common questions:
- Bicyclists are allowed to ride on the sidewalk. BUT must yield to pedestrians
- Bicyclists are expected to cross the road at designated crosswalks, under Florida law.
- In Florida, bicycle riders under 16 are required by law to wear a helmet.
- Bicyclists should ride as close as possible to the right-hand curb/edge of the roadway.
- Bicyclists are expected to follow the same motor vehicle laws (stop signs) as motor vehicles under Florida law.
- Under Florida law, a bicycle must have a front light and a red reflector on the back when riding at night.
Did you know?
With so MANY bicycles along 30A, you must LOCK your bicycles when parking / leaving them at bike stands, beach accesses, stores, etc. throughout 30A communities. Make sure you mark your bicycle with an address or phone number if your bike is found along 30A, so it can be located and ultimately returned.