Top 10 List of our Favorite Ebike Trails

Looking for the perfect ride that won’t drain your battery or your weekend? We’ve rounded up our Top 10 favorite Class 2 Ebike trails under 20 miles across some of the most iconic cities in the U.S.

Each of these routes is Class 2-friendly (yep, that means both throttle and pedal assist are good to go) and mostly paved or packed gravel making them ideal for weekend cruises or meetups. Whether you’re chasing city views, beach vibes, or forest escapes, there’s a ride here with your name on it.

Los Angeles, CA — Marvin Braude Bike Trail (The Strand)

Distance: ~22 miles round-trip (choose a 10-mile segment)
Highlights: Beachfront cruising from Santa Monica to Redondo Beach. Ocean breeze, muscle beach, piers, and cafes galore.
Best Segment: Venice to Manhattan Beach (~10 miles)

Portland, OR — Springwater Corridor Trail

Distance: ~21 miles total (ideal 15-mile out-and-back)
Highlights: A peaceful ride along the Willamette River and through the city’s southeast greenbelt.
Best Segment: OMSI to Powell Butte (~7.5 miles one way)

Seattle, WA — Burke-Gilman Trail

Distance: ~20 miles (adjustable)
Highlights: A lakeside route past Gas Works Park, UW, and through cute neighborhoods like Fremont and Ballard.
Best Segment: Golden Gardens to UW (~10 miles)

Denver, CO — Cherry Creek Trail

Distance: ~22 miles total (cut a 15-mile loop)
Highlights: Connects downtown to Cherry Creek Reservoir with a scenic, smooth trail and skyline views.
Best Segment: Confluence Park to Cherry Creek State Park entrance (~10 miles)

Austin, TX — Southern Walnut Creek Trail

Distance: ~15 miles round-trip
Highlights: Urban wilderness vibe through parks, creeks, and forested paths. Peaceful and shaded.
Best Segment: Govalle Park to Loyola Lane

Phoenix, AZ — Arizona Canal Trail

Distance: ~20 miles (loopable)
Highlights: Ride along historic canals with mural art, palm trees, and access to desert neighborhoods.
Best Segment: Arcadia Park to Central Phoenix (~10 miles one way)

Chicago, IL — Lakefront Trail

Distance: ~18 miles (north to south)
Highlights: Skyscrapers meet lake breeze. Cruise past Navy Pier, Grant Park, and city beaches.
Best Segment: Lincoln Park to Museum Campus (~9 miles)

New York, NY — Hudson River Greenway

Distance: ~13 miles (one way)
Highlights: Ride the west side waterfront from Battery Park to Inwood. Best views of NYC without traffic.
Best Segment: Battery Park to Harlem (~9 miles)

Minneapolis, MN — Midtown Greenway & Chain of Lakes Loop

Distance: ~15-mile loop
Highlights: Elevated bike highway + lakeside views. Ride past Bde Maka Ska, Lake of the Isles, and Lake Harriet.
Combo Route: Midtown Greenway → Chain of Lakes Loop → Back

Washington D.C. — Capital Crescent Trail

Distance: ~11 miles one way
Highlights: From Georgetown into wooded Maryland suburbs. Smooth, shaded, and scenic.
Best Segment: Georgetown to Bethesda (~7 miles)