Safe Bike Routes in Indianapolis

Indianapolis has quietly built one of the best urban trail systems in the Midwest. The Cultural Trail is a gold standard for urban cycling infrastructure.

Top 10 Safest Routes in Indianapolis

1
Indianapolis Cultural Trail
8 miles
Award-winning urban bikeway connecting six cultural districts. Heated sidewalks, art, and physical separation from traffic.
2
Monon Trail
18 miles
Former railroad corridor from downtown north through Broad Ripple to Carmel. The region's most popular trail.
3
White River Greenway
8 miles
Trail along the White River through parks and neighborhoods. Natural areas with wildlife.
4
Fall Creek Trail
6 miles
Northeast side path through parks following Fall Creek.
5
Pleasant Run Trail
5 miles
Southeast trail through Irvington and Garfield Park.
6
Eagle Creek Park Trails
10 miles
Trails through the city's largest park with lake views and wooded sections.
7
Pogues Run Trail
3 miles
Near east side trail through diverse neighborhoods connecting to the Cultural Trail.
8
Central Canal Towpath
5 miles
Historic canal path through Butler University area. Peaceful water views.
9
Pennsy Trail
8 miles
East side trail through suburbs to Cumberland. Former railroad grade.
10
Michigan Street Protected Lane
3 miles
Downtown protected bikeway connecting east and west sides.

Indianapolis Cycling Infrastructure

200+ Miles of Bikeways

The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is a nationally recognized 8-mile urban bikeway connecting neighborhoods, cultural districts, and parks. IndyGo transit and Pacers Bikeshare provide multi-modal options. The Monon Trail extends 18 miles north.

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