Things To Do on an eBike in Huntington County, IN
Most riding in Huntington County happens in the city of Huntington: the 2.6-mile Erie Rail Trail, the Little River and Lime City trails at the Forks of the Wabash, the Evergreen Park loop, and five signed-route loops from Schenkel Station mapped by the Huntington Area Recreational Trails Association (HARTA).
Read the trail rule first. The city code bans motorized bikes powered by electric motors on its trail network unless the Board of Public Works and Safety authorizes them in writing, and it does not name eBikes. Call the city before you ride a trail; the street routes follow Indiana bicycle law.
Where to ride in Huntington County
The City of Huntington's City Trails & Bike Routes page points riders to HARTA for trail maps. HARTA lists the Erie, Little River, Lime City and Evergreen trails, plus five city bike routes that start and end at Schenkel Station, 11 W State Street.
Named eBike routes and access checks
1. Erie Rail Trail, Erie Heritage Park to County Road 500 North
Distance and surface: TrailLink lists 2.59 miles of asphalt and concrete between Erie Heritage Park on Riverside Drive and County Road 500 North, linking Huntington University and Yeoman Park, with a pedestrian bridge over the Little River.
Newest section: HARTA says a 0.74-mile, 10-foot-wide extension along Gragg Street, Stults Road and County Road 500 North was completed in October 2024. TrailLink says the north end connects to Parkview Huntington Hospital and the YMCA.
Parking: TrailLink lists parking at Yeoman Park on 2nd Street. The city's Erie Heritage Park page, 968 Riverside Dr, calls the park a trailhead for both the Erie Rail Trail and the Little River Trail.
2. Little River Trail and Lime City Trail, Forks of the Wabash
What is open: HARTA says the Little River Trail is being built in five sections toward a route of over five miles. Section 1, 1.5 miles at the Historic Forks of the Wabash, is complete. Section 3, paved in 2015, runs along William Street to Frederick Street with access to Elmwood Park, where restrooms are open spring through fall. Sections 2, 4 and 5 are not complete.
Lime City Trail: HARTA describes about 1 mile of paved and crushed limestone path along the Wabash River through Forks of the Wabash Historic Park, past Chief Richardville's home.
3. Evergreen Trail loop
HARTA lists a 1-mile paved loop in 85-acre Evergreen Park on Evergreen Road, with Wabash River overlook decks, an arboretum of more than 40 native tree species planted in April 2022, a pavilion and restrooms.
4. HARTA city bike routes from Schenkel Station
HARTA maps five loops that start and end at Schenkel Station: Green 5.04 miles, Yellow 4.11, Orange 4.50, Red 4.05 and Blue 9.83. These are street routes, so the trail ordinance does not decide where you can ride them; Indiana law does.
eBike rules in Huntington
City trails: Huntington code section 99.74 allows non-motorized bicycles on the City Trails and Greenway Network and prohibits vehicles powered by gas, diesel, electric or hybrid motors, including motorized bikes, unless authorized in writing by the Board of Public Works and Safety. It does not mention electric bicycles by name. The city trail page also says all motorized equipment is prohibited except maintenance and emergency vehicles. Call City Services at (260) 358-2323 before riding an eBike on a city trail.
State law: IC 9-21-11-13.1 says an electric bicycle is not a motor vehicle, may be operated wherever bicycles are permitted, and that unless a statute, rule or local ordinance says otherwise, a Class 1 or Class 2 eBike may use any bicycle or multipurpose path where bicycles are permitted. A Class 3 eBike may not be operated on a bicycle or multipurpose path unless the path is within or adjacent to a highway or roadway, or the agency with jurisdiction authorizes Class 3 use, and riders under 15 may not operate one.
Half-day and full-day eBike plans
Short ride: Pick the Red or Yellow HARTA route from Schenkel Station, about 4 miles each, and finish downtown.
Longer ride: Ride HARTA's 9.83-mile Blue route. On Wednesdays from April through October, the Huntington Bicycle Shop lists a 6:00 p.m. HARTA ride from Schenkel Station, a 90-minute no-drop ride for all abilities. Ask the group whether eBikes are welcome.
What not to ride
A city trail on an eBike without checking. The code bans motorized bikes on the trail network unless the Board authorizes them in writing.
A Class 3 eBike on a path away from a road, or any Class 3 eBike if you are under 15. State law restricts both.
Off-road at J.E. Roush Lake. The Indiana DNR says biking at J.E. Roush Lake Fish & Wildlife Area is limited to county roads and there are no mountain biking trails.
When to ride Huntington County
The city trail page warns that heavy rains may cause flooding, and code section 99.73 lets the city close trails during special events or bad weather. The shop's group rides run April through October.
eBike shops and rentals
The Huntington Bicycle Shop at 45 Etna Avenue, Suite 100, says it carries Aventon, Euphree and Velotric e-bikes and offers bicycle repair. It lists hours of Tuesday to Friday 11 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 11 AM to 4 PM, closed Tuesdays from November 1 through February 28. Anstett's Cycle Shop on E 500 N is listed as a motorcycle repair shop, so ask whether it works on e-bikes. We found no eBike rental listing in the county.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ride an eBike on Huntington's city trails?
Check first. Huntington code section 99.74 allows non-motorized bicycles on the City Trails and Greenway Network and prohibits motorized bikes powered by electric motors unless authorized in writing by the Board of Public Works and Safety. It does not name eBikes. Call City Services at (260) 358-2323.
How long is the Erie Rail Trail?
TrailLink lists 2.59 miles of asphalt and concrete from Erie Heritage Park on Riverside Drive to County Road 500 North.
Where do I park for the Erie Rail Trail?
TrailLink lists parking at Yeoman Park on 2nd Street. The city calls Erie Heritage Park at 968 Riverside Dr a trailhead for the Erie Rail Trail and the Little River Trail.
What are the HARTA city bike routes?
HARTA maps five loops that start and end at Schenkel Station: Green 5.04 miles, Yellow 4.11, Orange 4.50, Red 4.05 and Blue 9.83.
Can I ride a Class 3 eBike on Indiana paths?
Not unless the path is within or adjacent to a highway or roadway, or the agency with jurisdiction authorizes Class 3 use. Indiana law also bars riders under 15 from operating a Class 3 eBike.
Is there a group ride in Huntington?
The Huntington Bicycle Shop lists a Wednesday 6:00 p.m. HARTA ride from Schenkel Station, April through October, a 90-minute no-drop ride. Ask whether eBikes are welcome.
Can I mountain bike at J.E. Roush Lake?
No. The Indiana DNR says biking at J.E. Roush Lake Fish & Wildlife Area is limited to county roads and there are no mountain biking trails.
All eBike shops in Huntington County
See the Huntington County eBike shops page for the full directory, and our Indiana eBike laws guide for state rules.