E-bikes on Smithville Lake trails
Kansas City area, Missouri · Clay · Managed by Clay County Parks
❔ No published e-bike rule — call first
Last checked:
Which classes: Not stated
The rules
Clay County's trail rules ban motorized vehicles on park trails, but no official page says whether e-bikes count as motorized. Trails east of Collins Road are in public hunting areas.
What the official source says:
The following items and activities are not allowed on park trails: 1. Motorized Vehicles and Horses
Source: Clay County Parks
📞 Call ahead: 816-407-3400 (Clay County Parks) (rules and closures change)
asphalt (paved trails); natural (mountain bike)
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
- Indian Creek Greenway Trail (Kansas City, MO) ✅ Yes, all classesCity of Kansas City, MO (Code of Ordinances Sec. 70-706); trail operated by KC Parks & Recreation
- Line Creek Trail (Kansas City, MO Northland) ✅ Yes, all classesCity of Kansas City, MO (Code of Ordinances Sec. 70-706); trail operated by KC Parks & Recreation
- Little Blue Trace Trail 🟢 Class 1 & 3, no throttleJackson County Parks + Rec
- Longview Lake Trail 🟢 Class 1 & 3, no throttleJackson County Parks + Rec