E-bikes on Great Rivers Greenway greenways
St. Louis area, Missouri · St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles · Managed by Great Rivers Greenway (rules set by each operating partner)
❔ No published e-bike rule — call first
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Which classes: Varies by segment; GRG recommends Class 1 and 2 (not a binding rule)
The rules
Great Rivers Greenway builds the greenways, but the city or parks department that runs each segment sets the rules. GRG's guidance says motorized bikes are OK, and its design guide recommends allowing Class 1 and 2 unless a partner posts otherwise. Follow posted signs on each segment.
What the official source says:
There are no motorized vehicles allowed except for your motorized wheelchairs, bikes, scooters, etc.
Source: Great Rivers Greenway (rules set by each operating partner)
📞 Call ahead: 314-436-7009 (rules and closures change)
Missouri's e-bike classes
Missouri 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 and a motor under 750 watts. Missouri e-bike laws →
Nearby trails
- Castlewood State Park (mountain bike trails) 🟢 Class 1 (Class 2: call)Missouri State Parks
- Lost Valley Trail (Weldon Spring Conservation Area) ✅ Yes, all classesMissouri Dept of Conservation
- Grant's Trail (Gravois Greenway) ❔ Call firstMultiple: Kirkwood, Oakland, Crestwood, St. Louis County Parks, St. Louis City Parks (built by Great Rivers Greenway)
- St. Louis County Parks trails (Creve Coeur Lake Park, Chubb Trail at West Tyson/Lone Elk, etc.) ✅ Yes, all classesSt. Louis County Parks