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Release Date: June 01, 2005
• Biking in Michigan State Parks and Forests
There is no better bicycling country than Michigan's scenic and rolling
two peninsulas located in the heart of the Great Lakes Basin.
• Mountain Biking
The DNR is committed to promoting responsible mountain biking. Our goal
is to find the appropriate balance between access and natural resource
protection.
• Tips for Safe Cycling
Intersections — Always be alert at intersections for traffic
conflicts. Left turns by cyclists and right turns by motorists are the
biggest problems confronting the cyclist.
Parked Cars — Watch for cars pulling into traffic from a parked
position, driveway, or street. Be careful of opening doors and
pedestrians getting out of their cars.
Laws — Obey all traffic control devices, such as stop signs, traffic
signals, one-way streets, etc., as if you were operating a motor
vehicle.
Riding — Ride to the right side of the road if possible. Don't show
off by stunting or weaving in traffic.
Right-of-Way — Rules for right-of-way that apply to motorists also
apply to bicyclists. Always give pedestrians the right-of-way.
Visibility — Wear bright clothing when riding at dusk or dark and use
a white light in front and a red reflector in the rear of your bike.
Added reflective material on your clothing and bicycle is recommended
when riding after sundown.
Helmet Use — Most fatalities and serious injuries to cyclists are the
result of head injuries. Always wear a Snell or ANSI approved helmet.
Hunting Precaution — Be aware that trails do pass through areas open
to hunting during designated hunting seasons. There will be signs along
the trail that mark hunting areas.
• Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA)
• League of Michigan Bicyclists
• Rails-to Trails Conservancy
• Department of Transportation
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