E-bikes on Rock Island Trail State Park
Central Missouri, Missouri · Cass, Johnson, Henry (developed section) · Managed by Missouri State Parks
🟢 Class 1 yes · Class 2 unclear · no Class 3
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Which classes: Class 1 yes. Class 2 (throttle): the rule covers pedal-assist bikes up to 20 mph and doesn't mention throttles, so call first. Class 3: no (over 20 mph).
The rules
Same rule as the Katy: e-bikes allowed with a 20 mph motor cap; other motorized vehicles banned. Open sunrise to sunset. Only 47.5 developed miles (Pleasant Hill to Windsor) are open; the corridor east of Windsor is closed until built.
What the official source says:
Electrically assisted pedal-powered bicycles and tricycles (maximum speed of 20 mph) are allowed.
Source: Missouri State Parks
📞 Call ahead: 573-489-8780 (rules and closures change)
47.5 miles
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
- Katy Trail State Park 🟢 Class 1 (Class 2: call)Missouri State Parks
- Lake of the Ozarks State Park trails 🟢 Class 1 (Class 2: call)Missouri State Parks
- MKT Trail (MKT Nature and Fitness Trail) 🟠 Pedal-assist onlyCity of Columbia Parks and Recreation