Things To Do on an eBike in Broward County, FL
Broward County is flat, so eBike range goes further than in hilly places. The harder part is the rules. Parks, cities, and state agencies each decide where eBikes can go, and the answers differ from one route to the next. This guide covers five named places from our fact sheet, with the manager and eBike rule for each.
Some of the best known routes are not the best for eBikes. Markham Park allows only Class 1. Pine Island Ridge prohibits bicycles on the ridge itself. The Hollywood Broadwalk code is written around human-powered devices. Read each route entry below, then confirm with the manager before you ride, especially if you are renting.
Where to ride in Broward County
The routes here sit across the county: Markham Park in Sunrise, the New River Greenway between Markham Park and Dania Beach, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale, the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, and Pine Island Ridge Natural Area. If you need a bike, a charger, or a repair first, use our Broward County eBike shop directory to find shops near your starting point.
Markham Park has about 10 miles of rugged mountain bike trail and takes Class 1 only. The New River Greenway is paved, with 7.5 and 3.5 mile sections that do not connect. Hugh Taylor Birch is the shortest, a 1.9-mile one-way paved loop road. The Hollywood Broadwalk is about 2.5 miles, but its code covers human-powered devices. Pine Island Ridge has about 2.3 miles of paved walkway, but bicycles are prohibited on the ridge itself.
eBike shop hubs
Ready to buy, rent, or get a repair before you ride? These city pages list the Broward County shops in our directory, starting with the cities that have the most listings.
- eBike shops in Plantation
- eBike shops in Deerfield Beach
- eBike shops in Tamarac
- eBike shops in Dania Beach
- eBike shops in Fort Lauderdale
- eBike shops in Sunrise
- eBike shops in Pompano Beach
- eBike shops in Coral Springs
- eBike shops in Pembroke Pines
- eBike shops in Weston
- eBike shops in Hollywood
- eBike shops in Wilton Manors
- eBike shops in Oakland Park
- eBike shops in Hallandale Beach
- eBike shops in Lauderdale By The Sea
- eBike shops in Lauderhill
- eBike shops in Pembroke Park
- eBike shops in Margate
- eBike shops in Lighthouse Point
Rental and tour contacts
These rental and tour cards come from our directory, including Back to Eden Bikes, LLC and The Bike Shack. Call ahead to confirm they rent eBikes, which classes they offer, and any age or ID requirement.
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Named eBike routes and access checks
1. Markham Park: Class 1 only mountain bike trails
Markham Park in Sunrise is managed by Broward County Parks. It is the county's main mountain bike venue, with about 10 miles of rugged trail and about 4 miles of adaptive trail. This is not a casual cruise. Expect rough, technical riding, so a mountain-style eBike makes more sense than a commuter model. The rule that matters most is the class limit. Broward County Parks lists Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes only, and prohibits Class 2, Class 3, and other motorized bikes. That means a throttle bike does not qualify. Riders also need a trail pass, a helmet, a signed waiver, and a safety video, according to the county listing. The county page is JavaScript-rendered, so our details come from its search index. Confirm fees and rules before you go.
Distance: About 10 miles of rugged mountain bike trail plus about 4 miles of adaptive trail, per Broward County Parks; start: Markham Park in Sunrise; surface: Rugged mountain bike trail; check Broward County Parks for current conditions.
eBike access: Broward County Parks lists Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes only. Class 2, Class 3, and other motorized bikes are prohibited. A helmet is required. Etiquette and planning: Buy the $5 daily or $25 annual pass, sign the waiver, and watch the safety video. Check the county page for current fees and trail closures. Managing source: Broward County Parks, Mountain Bicycling.
2. New River Greenway, paved, but in two pieces
The New River Greenway is the paved option for riders who want distance without mountain bike terrain. According to 100 Florida Trails, it totals 11 miles, but in two disconnected sections. The longer one runs 7.5 miles from Markham Park to SR 817. The shorter one runs 3.5 miles from Davie to Dania Beach. Because the sections do not connect, plan each ride as its own trip and decide how you will get between them. State law lets e-bikes use bicycle and multiuse paths unless the agency managing the path restricts them. We did not find a Greenway-specific eBike ban in our sources. Our trail details come from a third-party trail directory, not a managing agency, so check the local manager's map for closures and rules.
Distance: 11 miles in two disconnected sections, 7.5 miles and 3.5 miles, per 100 Florida Trails; start: The 7.5-mile section starts at Markham Park in Sunrise, per 100 Florida Trails; surface: Paved, per 100 Florida Trails.
eBike access: State law allows e-bikes on multiuse paths unless the managing agency restricts them. We found no Greenway-specific eBike ban, so confirm with the local manager. Etiquette and planning: Treat each section as a separate ride and plan the transfer. Slow down around walkers and check the manager map for closures before you leave. Managing source: 100 Florida Trails, New River Greenway.
3. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, short paved loop
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale is run by Florida State Parks. For cyclists, the draw is a one-way paved loop road of 1.9 miles, according to a search summary of the park's page. It is short, so it suits an easy half hour or a warm-up before a longer ride. Because the loop is one-way, you ride with the traffic flow and do not need to watch for oncoming bikes. Our fact sheet treats electric-assist bicycles as allowed under the state definition in section 316.003. State park rules can add conditions, so read the park's bike guidance before you go. Hours and entrance fees are not in our sources, so check the park page for both.
Distance: One-way paved loop road of 1.9 miles, per a search summary of Florida State Parks; start: Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale; surface: Paved loop road.
eBike access: Our fact sheet treats electric-assist bicycles as allowed under Florida's definition in section 316.003. Read the state park bike guidelines for any added limits. Etiquette and planning: Ride in the one-way direction and keep speed low around walkers. Check the park page for hours and fees, which we could not confirm. Managing source: Florida State Parks, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.
4. Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, read the code first
The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is about 2.5 miles long, according to search results, and it is the county's most famous beachfront walk. It is also where eBike riders most often get it wrong. City of Hollywood Code chapter 99 permits bicycling and any human-powered wheeled device 48 inches wide or less at all times, but only within designated bicycle paths. Riders must yield to pedestrians, stay in the bike path, and not ride carelessly. The code text we fetched does not name e-bikes. Search summaries say motorized devices, including e-bikes, are prohibited, with an exemption for mobility devices. Because those sources differ, treat the Broadwalk as an area to avoid on an eBike unless the city tells you otherwise.
Distance: About 2.5 miles, per search results; start: Hollywood Beach Broadwalk in Hollywood; surface: Check the manager page for current surface.
eBike access: City code allows only human-powered wheeled devices in the bike path. E-bikes are not named in the text, and search summaries say they are prohibited. Ask the City of Hollywood. Etiquette and planning: Stay in the bike path, yield to pedestrians, and ride without careless operation, as the code requires. Do not assume a rental eBike is allowed. Managing source: City of Hollywood Code, section 99.02.
5. Pine Island Ridge Natural Area, walk it, do not ride it
Pine Island Ridge Natural Area is included here mainly as a warning. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection management plan describes about 2.3 miles of paved walkways, 0.5 mile of woodchip trail, and 2.0 miles of equestrian trail. It sounds like a place to ride, but the plan states that bicycles are prohibited on the ridge itself. An eBike is a bicycle under Florida law, so the same restriction should be assumed to apply. State law lets an agency with jurisdiction restrict e-bikes on trail networks. If you want a quiet, natural setting, the paved Greenway or the Hugh Taylor Birch loop are better matches for an eBike. Confirm any current exceptions with the managing agency.
Distance: About 2.3 miles of paved walkway, 0.5 mile of woodchip, and 2.0 miles of equestrian trail, per the FDEP management plan; start: Several access points; check the manager map; surface: Paved walkways, woodchip trail, and equestrian trail, per the FDEP plan.
eBike access: Bicycles are prohibited on the ridge itself, per the FDEP management plan. Treat eBikes the same way unless the manager says otherwise. Etiquette and planning: Leave the bike at home or locked at a legal spot, and walk the paved paths. Ask the manager about exceptions before you plan a ride here. Managing source: Florida DEP, Pine Island Ridge Conservation Management Plan.
Planning a Broward County ride
Our sources do not list charging stations, parking details, or closure schedules for these routes. Charge fully at home or ask a local shop where you can top up. For Markham Park, check the Broward County Parks page for trail status before you drive out. Park and trail managers can close routes, so confirm the day you ride.
We found no ferry or transit information for these routes, so we are not recommending any. If you rent, ask about the bike's class, age limits, and ID requirements first. Florida cities may now require photo ID and set minimum ages. Under 16, a helmet is required. Browse eBike shops in Broward County for rental and service options.
Half-day and full-day eBike plans
Half day: Ride the one-way 1.9-mile paved loop at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale, then spend the rest of the time on a short stretch of the New River Greenway if you are near Davie or Dania Beach. Check both managers for hours and closures, and confirm fees at the state park.
Full day: Start at Markham Park in Sunrise. If you ride a Class 1 eBike, do a lap on the mountain bike trails with the trail pass, helmet, and waiver. Then ride the paved 7.5-mile Greenway section from Markham Park toward SR 817. Pack water and plan for the Florida heat.
With kids: Use the Hugh Taylor Birch loop, since it is paved and one-way. Anyone under 16 must wear a helmet under Florida law. Skip the Hollywood Broadwalk on an eBike unless the city confirms it is allowed, and skip Pine Island Ridge, where bicycles are prohibited on the ridge.
What not to ride in Broward County
Hollywood Beach Broadwalk: City code allows only human-powered wheeled devices in the designated bicycle path. E-bikes are not named in the code text we fetched. Search summaries say motorized devices are prohibited. Do not ride an eBike here without checking with the city.
Pine Island Ridge: The FDEP management plan says bicycles are prohibited on the ridge itself. The paved walkways total about 2.3 miles, but they are for walking. Skip the eBike here and choose a paved multiuse trail.
Markham Park with Class 2 or Class 3: Broward County Parks lists Class 1 pedal-assist as the only allowed eBike type on its mountain bike trails. Class 2, Class 3, and other motorized bikes are prohibited. A throttle bike is not allowed on those trails.
Fort Lauderdale rental restricted zones: A secondary source, cityrulelookup, says current rules for rented e-bikes and scooters exclude the barrier island, Las Olas between Andrews and SE 17th, and Riverwalk Park. Bike lanes come first and sidewalks only where none exist. Verify with the city before renting.
When to ride Broward County
South Florida is hot and humid for much of the year, and afternoon thunderstorms are common in the wet season. Early morning is usually the most comfortable time for a long ride, especially on exposed paved paths. Winter is generally drier and cooler, and popular beachfront areas may be busier then. Our sources do not list park hours or seasonal closures, so check Broward County Parks, Florida State Parks, and city sites for the day you plan to ride.
Florida eBike laws and route permission
Florida defines an electric bicycle in Section 316.003 of the Florida Statutes. It is a bicycle or tricycle with fully operable pedals, a seat, and an electric motor under 750 watts. Of the three classes, Class 1 is pedal-assist only and stops assisting at 20 mph. Class 2 can propel the bike on its own and also stops at 20 mph. Class 3 is pedal-assist only and stops at 28 mph. The law excludes eBikes from the definitions of motor vehicle and motorcycle.
Under Section 316.20655, you may ride an eBike anywhere a bicycle is allowed. That includes streets, roadways, shoulders, bike lanes, and bicycle or multiuse paths. Florida sets no statewide minimum age. Since the 2025 amendment (ch. 2025-149), local governments may set minimum ages and require government photo ID. A municipality, county, or state agency that manages a path or trail network may restrict or prohibit eBikes there, and the same goes for beaches and dunes. SB 382 (2026) would have changed micromobility rules, but Gov. DeSantis vetoed it on June 25, 2026, so state law is unchanged.
Riders and passengers under 16 must wear a helmet that meets 16 CFR 1203, under Section 316.2065. A shop may rent an eBike to someone under 16 only with a helmet. Florida requires no license, registration, title, or insurance for an eBike. Each eBike must carry a label showing its class, top assisted speed, and wattage. Tampering with the bike requires a new label. For a fuller walkthrough, read our guide to Florida eBike laws.
Before you plan a trail ride, find out who runs the trail. The state gives the agency in charge of a bicycle path, multiuse path, or trail network the power to restrict or prohibit eBikes there. That agency may be a city, a county, or a state agency. A trail that allows regular bikes does not always allow eBikes. Check the posted rules or call the managing office first. Beaches and dunes work the same way, so do not assume a beach is open to you.
Florida State Parks publishes its own bike use guidelines. Read them before you ride a park trail. Local governments can also set maximum speeds on sidewalks and trails, according to a Forward Pinellas planner, so a posted limit may be lower than your bike's 20 or 28 mph assist cutoff. Keep the factory label intact. The law bars tampering with the listed class, speed, and wattage unless the bike is relabeled. A managing agency may ask for your class, so know it.
Florida's eBike framework sets the baseline. State law treats eBikes like bicycles, but local governments can regulate streets and sidewalks, and agencies that manage paths, trails, beaches, and dunes can restrict or prohibit them. Since 2025, locals can also set minimum ages and require photo ID. A 2026 bill, SB 382, passed but was vetoed June 25, 2026, so state law is unchanged. For more, see Florida eBike laws.
Source conflict on Hollywood: the fetched City of Hollywood code, section 99.02, permits bicycling and human-powered wheeled devices within the designated bicycle path and does not name e-bikes. Search summaries say motorized devices, including e-bikes, are prohibited, with mobility devices exempt. We could not confirm the second claim in the code text. Ask the city before riding an eBike on the Broadwalk.
Fort Lauderdale: a secondary source, cityrulelookup, says the current micromobility ordinance targets rented e-bikes and scooters. CBS Miami reported in 2026 that a new citywide e-bike and scooter ordinance is being drafted and has not been adopted. As of October 7, 2026, we have no adoption date. Markham Park's Class 1-only rule comes from Broward County Parks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best paved eBike route in Broward County?
The New River Greenway is the longest paved option in this guide, at 11 miles in two disconnected sections, per 100 Florida Trails. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park offers a shorter paved 1.9-mile one-way loop road. Check each manager for current rules and closures.
Which eBike classes are allowed at Markham Park?
Broward County Parks lists Class 1 pedal-assist only. Class 2, Class 3, and other motorized bikes are prohibited on the mountain bike trails. Class 1 stops assisting at 20 mph under state law. Confirm on the county's mountain biking page.
Does the New River Greenway connect end to end?
No: According to 100 Florida Trails, it has two disconnected sections. One runs 7.5 miles from Markham Park to SR 817. The other runs 3.5 miles from Davie to Dania Beach. Plan separate rides or a transfer between them.
Can I ride an eBike on the beach in Broward County?
Not as a general rule. State law lets local governments and agencies restrict or prohibit e-bikes on beaches and dunes. We did not find a county-wide beach rule in our sources, so check the city, and see our Hollywood Broadwalk entry.
Are throttle eBikes legal in Broward County?
State law recognizes Class 2 bikes, which can propel without pedaling and stop assisting at 20 mph. But Markham Park's trails allow only Class 1, and local rules can limit where Class 2 bikes go. Check the route manager first.
Do I need a helmet on an eBike in Broward County?
Under state law, any bicycle rider or passenger under 16 must wear a helmet, and rental to anyone under 16 requires one. Markham Park also lists a helmet requirement, per Broward County Parks. Many riders wear one anyway.
Are eBike rentals allowed in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes, with limits: A secondary source says the current ordinance targets rented e-bikes and scooters, with bike lanes first and no use on the barrier island, parts of Las Olas, or Riverwalk Park. A new ordinance was being drafted in 2026. Confirm with the city.
Can I take an eBike through Pine Island Ridge?
No: The FDEP management plan says bicycles are prohibited on the ridge itself. The area has about 2.3 miles of paved walkways, but they are for walking. Choose the Greenway or Hugh Taylor Birch instead.
All eBike shops in Broward County
Need a bike, a rental, or a repair before you head out? Browse all Broward County eBike shops in our directory, grouped by city.