E-bikes on Shark Valley Tram Road
South Florida & the Keys, Florida · Miami-Dade · Managed by National Park Service – Everglades National Park
🟠 Pedal-assist only — no throttle e-bikes
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Which classes: E-bikes with working pedals and under 750 W; throttle-only (no pedaling) bikes not allowed on the Tram Road.
The rules
E-bikes are allowed on the 15-mile paved Tram Road with a 15 mph speed limit. Bikes that run without pedaling are limited to public roads. No pets.
What the official source says:
Electronic Bikes (E-Bikes) are allowed at Shark Valley.
Source: National Park Service – Everglades National Park
📞 Call ahead: 305-242-7700 (rules and closures change)
Pass or fee: Entrance fees may apply
15 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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Florida's e-bike classes
Florida 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). All three need working pedals, a seat and a motor under 750 watts. Florida e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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