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Walking and Cycling

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Richmond Hill is proud to provide residents and visitors with many opportunities to explore the city by bike, on foot, and other forms of active transportation. The city is home to a network of over 1,046 km of walking and cycling facilities, including sidewalks, walkways, bicycle lanes, cycle tracks, multi-use paths, and trails.

In the coming years, we will continue to expand this network of walking and cycling facilities. You can learn more about these plans in Richmond Hill’s Transportation Master Plan, which was approved by Council on December 13, 2023.

Cycling in Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill's cycling network includes a rapidly growing number of bicycle lanes, cycle tracks, multi-use paths and off-road trails. Whether for recreation or commuting, cycling is a great way to explore our city.

 Route Planning
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Bike Parking and Theft Prevention

Richmond Hill has free bike lockers and parking at some community facilities. These lockers are for cycling gear only. You are encouraged to bring your own lock. Park your bike for free when you visit the following places:

  • Bayview Hill Community Centre
  • Richvale Community Centre
  • Rouge Woods Community Centre
  • The Wave Pool
  • Ed Sackfield Arena
  • Central Library
  • Operations Centre

All York Region residents can also register their bicycles with the York Regional Police. Once registered, you will be contacted in the case that your bike is recovered. For more resources on bicycle safety, visit the York Region Police’s information page.

Safety for Cyclists and Pedestrians

 Shared Path and Trail Etiquette
 Follow these guidelines when enjoying our trails and paths:
  • When walking or riding on shared trails, all users (pedestrians and cyclists) should keep to the right side of the trail, except when actively passing other users.
  • Cyclists should slow down, control their speed, and always be mindful that there are different types of users present on the trail.
  • Cyclists should always pass on the left. To do so, slow down, ensure the trail ahead of you is clear for passing, and alert other trail users (pedestrians and cyclists) by ringing your bell. Cyclists should give those that they are passing enough time to respond to their alert and watch for their reactions before proceeding.
  • Don’t block the trail – if you need to stop, move off to the side so that you don’t impede the movement of other trail users.
  • Always keep pets on short leashes to minimize tripping or impeding the movement of other trail users.
Safety Equipment
Cyclists should ensure that their bicycles are in good working order and equipped with all necessary safety accessories before beginning a trip. For more information on how to equip your bike with proper safety accessories and select a well-fitted helmet, visit York Region’s Cycling Education page. 
Hand Signals

Since bikes are not equipped with turn signals or brake lights, cyclists should use hand signals to proactively communicate when they are going to turn, change lanes, or stop. Use the following hand signals to clearly communicate your intentions while riding:

Hand Signals  
Stop Hand Signals - Stop Before stopping, extend your left upper arm out to the left, parallel to the road and angle your forearm vertically downward.
Left Turn  Hand Signals - Left Before making a left turn, extend your left arm straight out in the direction of the turn, parallel to the road. 
Right Turn  Hand Signals - Right Before making a right turn, extend your left upper-arm out to the left, parallel to the road and angle your forearm vertically upward. 
Alternate Right Turn

 Hand Signals - Alternate Right Turn

Before making a right turn, you can also extend your right arm straight out in the direction of the turn, parallel to the road.

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