Things To Do on an eBike in Bedford County, VA
Bedford County is mountain bike country for e-bike riders. A Bedford County Parks and Recreation policy allows Class 1 eMTBs wherever bikes are allowed at Falling Creek Park, Montvale Park, Moneta Park and the New London Tech Trails, including singletrack. Class 2 and Class 3 e-bikes are not allowed on county parks property.
Where to ride in Bedford County
Start at Falling Creek Park near Bedford for the largest trail system and bike park, then try the New London Tech Trails in Forest for beginner riding or Montvale Park for intermediate trails.
Named eBike routes and access checks
1. Falling Creek Park, Bedford
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge describes a 10-mile trail system at 1257 County Farm Road with easy to advanced singletrack, a pump track and a skills area with rock gardens, skinnies and a teeter-totter, plus a one-third-mile paved path. The Smith Mountain Lake Chamber lists the park as open daily from dawn to dusk.
2. New London Tech Trails, Forest
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge lists 7 miles of purpose-built, machine-cut trails on over 500 acres, designed as bike-optimized, beginner-friendly trails. They are at the New London Center for Business and Technology on Meade Road.
3. Montvale Park, Montvale
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge describes a 129-acre park with 7 miles of trails offering primarily intermediate-level riding.
4. Moneta Park, Moneta
The Smith Mountain Lake Chamber describes a mostly natural park with woodland, an open pasture with mountain views, an 18-hole disc golf course and a three-mile trail system for walkers, hikers and mountain bikers.
Virginia eBike laws and route permission
Under a Bedford County Parks and Recreation policy adopted August 1, 2019, Class 1 eMTBs are allowed wherever a bike is allowed at Falling Creek, Montvale and Moneta parks and the New London Tech Trails, including singletrack open to mountain bikes. The policy defines Class 1 as pedal-assist only, with a motor of no more than 750 watts that stops assisting at 20 mph, and riders must be able to show the bike is Class 1 on request. Class 2 throttle e-bikes and Class 3 e-bikes are not allowed on any county parks property. Helmets are highly recommended.
Half-day and full-day eBike plans
Half day: Ride the beginner-friendly New London Tech Trails in Forest on a Class 1 eMTB.
Full day: Ride the Falling Creek trail system and skills area, then visit Montvale Park for intermediate trails.
What not to ride in Bedford County
Class 2 or Class 3 e-bikes on county park trails. The county policy allows Class 1 only.
When to ride Bedford County
Falling Creek Park is open every day from dawn to dusk. Bedford County Parks and Recreation runs mountain bike events through the year, including a winter Mountain Cross series and an annual Fat Tire Weekend.
eBike shop hubs
Bob's Up The Creek Outfitters in Moneta, The Bike Porch in Forest and Blackwater Bike Shop in Lynchburg are listed bicycle shops. Call to ask about Class 1 eMTB sales and service.
Rental and tour contacts
Other local service contacts
Frequently asked questions
Are e-bikes allowed at Falling Creek Park?
Class 1 eMTBs are allowed wherever a bike is allowed, including singletrack, under the Bedford County Parks and Recreation policy. Class 2 and Class 3 are not allowed.
Which Bedford County parks does the e-bike policy cover?
Falling Creek Park in Bedford, Montvale Park, Moneta Park and the New London Tech Trails in Forest.
What counts as a Class 1 eMTB in Bedford County?
Pedal-assist only, with a motor of no more than 750 watts that stops assisting at 20 mph. Riders must be able to show it is Class 1 on request.
How many miles of trail are at Falling Creek Park?
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge describes a 10-mile trail system with a pump track and skills area.
Where are the best beginner trails in Bedford County?
The New London Tech Trails in Forest have 7 miles of machine-cut trails designed to be beginner-friendly.
When is Falling Creek Park open?
Every day from dawn to dusk.
All eBike shops in Bedford County
See the Bedford County eBike shops page for the full directory, and our Virginia eBike laws guide for state rules.