E-bikes on Prospect Park Loop
New York City, New York · Kings (Brooklyn) · Managed by NYC Department of Parks & Recreation (with Prospect Park Alliance)
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: Class 1, 2 and 3 (per the NYC Parks variance) on park drives and greenways only.
The rules
Under the NYC Parks pilot, e-bikes may ride the park drive loop but not interior paths. Follow lane markings and yield to pedestrians.
What the official source says:
During the pilot, e-bikes are allowed to be operated on New York City park drives and greenways.
Source: NYC Department of Parks & Recreation (with Prospect Park Alliance)
📞 Call ahead: 311 (rules and closures change)
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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.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
- Lumos Ultra E-Bike helmetNTA 8776-certified for e-bike speeds, with built-in front, rear and turn-signal lights.
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New York's e-bike classes
New York has Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph) and Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) statewide. Class 3 (throttle allowed, cuts out at 25 mph) exists only in cities of 1 million or more, which means New York City. New York e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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Nearby trails
- Central Park Drives ✅ Yes, all classesNYC Department of Parks & Recreation
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- Riegelmann Boardwalk (Coney Island) ❔ Call firstNYC Department of Parks & Recreation