Biking
Santa Barbara strives for equality among all modes of transportation. Below are resources on how to be more active on a bike, what paths to take, how to secure your bike, and more!
Interactive Bike Network Map
Explore the City of Santa Barbara's robust bike network and facilities in the interactive map below!
Existing, Funded, and Proposed Bike Facilities Map
Public Bicycle Parking on Hitching Posts
The City provides public bicycle parking (Bicycle Hitching Posts) on City streets for a place to securely lock your bike near commercial areas. City staff is always open to taking requests for bicycle parking in public areas and offering guidance and options for on-site bicycle parking. Watch the video on How to Park Your Bike Right.
To request a “Bicycle Hitching Post” in front of your favorite shop, restaurant, or other places you frequent, please email SFurtner@SantaBarbaraCA.gov.
Education
The City of Santa Barbara has partnered with MOVE Santa Barbara County to promote education of the rules of the road and basic bicycle handling skills to empower both adults and youth with the confidence to ride safely on City streets.
Visit their website and learn about their adult Street Skills clinics, after school Pedal Power course and Summer Cycling Camps, and much more!
Bicycle Share Network
On January 28, 2021, the City launched the Bike Share Pilot Program to reduce traffic congestion and parking demand, and to support our City’s sustainability efforts. The Bike Share Pilot Program provides a citywide fleet of electric-assist bikes available for rent in the public right of way.
Bicycle Parking
The City of Santa Barbara currently has two fully enclosed and secure bicycle parking facilities. The larger facility is located in the Granada Garage parking structure at 1219 Anacapa Street. The second location is located at the Downtown Transit Center.
E-Bike Safety
Electric bikes or e-bikes are growing in popularity in Santa Barbara, and are a great active transportation option. If you're considering buying one (or already own one), the City of Santa Barbara would like to provide some tips and safety information to make your e-bike experience safe, enjoyable, and sustainable.