Travis County e-bike rulesTexas

Travis County contains Austin, the capital of Texas, known for extensive hike-and-bike trail systems.

Travis County ordinances

Motor-Driven Devices Prohibited on Parkland
Austin City Code, Ch. 8-1, Sec. 8-1-31 and 8-1-32
Generally prohibits motor-driven devices on parkland; the Parks and Recreation Department piloted and later regulated electric bike/scooter access on specific designated trails such as Johnson Creek and Shoal Creek Trail.
City of Austin - Parks and Recreation Department
Ordinance Amending Title 8 (Parks and Recreation) Regulating Parkland Activities
Austin Ordinance No. 24-4016
Amends City Code Title 8 to regulate activities on parkland, including offenses and penalties related to prohibited devices and conduct.
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Last verified 2026-09-08

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