E-bikes on Marvin Braude Bike Trail
Southern California (LA, Orange & Inland Empire), California · Los Angeles · Managed by LA County Beaches & Harbors / LA County Public Works (plus beach cities)
❔ No published e-bike rule — call first
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Which classes: Unclear; state default would allow all classes, but cities along the path set their own rules
The rules
No official e-bike rule was found for the county-run path. Beach cities on the route (Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach) post their own limits, reportedly including Class 3 bans and a 15 mph cap in Manhattan Beach. Check signs at each city line.
Source: LA County Beaches & Harbors / LA County Public Works (plus beach cities)
📞 Call ahead: 800-675-4357 (rules and closures change)
22 miles · paved
Gear for this ride
- Thule EasyFold XT 2 hitch rackFolding 2-bike hitch rack rated for 65 lb per bike — enough for most e-bikes. Check your bike's weight first.
- Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lockKryptonite's top-rated U-lock, Sold Secure Gold, for trailheads and town stops.
- Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
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California's e-bike classes
California has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph, with a speedometer). All three need working pedals and a motor under 750 watts. California e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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Nearby trails
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- Malibu Creek State Park 🟠 Class 1 onlyCalifornia State Parks
- Topanga State Park (incl. Backbone/fire roads) 🟠 Class 1 onlyCalifornia State Parks