Marin Singletrack Law

Marin County Parks

10.05.020 Bicycles. No person shall operate any bicycle or similar vehicle within parks except upon paved roads, fire protection roads, designated bicycle pathways or public roads not signed against such use. Furthermore, no person shall operate or possess any bicycle or similar vehicle elsewhere within parks, including trails, unless signed specifically to permit such operation. (Ord. 3235 § 2 (part), 1996)

http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/PK/main/pos/parkrules.cfm#43

10.05.040 Speed limits. No person shall operate any land vehicle, including bicycles, at speeds in excess of fifteen miles per hour within parks, unless otherwise posted. No vehicle shall be operated at a speed greater than is reasonable for safe operation, nor in any manner which may endanger the safety of others or the protection of facilities and environmental resources. (Ord. 3235 § 2 (part), 1996)

http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/PK/main/pos/parkrules.cfm#50

Marin County Open Space District

BICYCLES ON OPEN SPACE

The District maintains approximately 70 miles of fire protection roads and service roads exceeding eight feet in width which are open to bicycle use. The Open Space District Code specifies that bicyclists must operate their vehicles at speeds which do not exceed 15 miles per hour and reduce their speed to 5 miles per hour when approaching blind turns or passing others using open space lands. Bicycles are not permitted "off-road" or on "single-track" trails. The District road network offers a variety of open space experiences, from expansive and panoramic views of the bay area to intimate and unique environments. Bicyclists are encouraged to explore the diverse opportunities available on open space lands.

http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/PK/main/MCOSD/os_about_rulesnregulations.asp

9.05.020 Bicycles. No person shall operate any bicycle or similar vehicle on lands managed by the department except upon paved roads, fire protection roads, designated bicycle pathways or public roads not signed against such use. Furthermore, no person shall operate or possess any bicycle or similar vehicle elsewhere on lands managed by the department, including trails, unless signed specifically to permit such operation. (Ord. 3235 § 2 (part), 1996)

http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/BS/Main/BOSagmn/ordinances/ord-3418.pdf

10.05.040 Speed limits. No person shall operate any land vehicle, including bicycles, at speeds in excess of fifteen miles per hour within parks, unless otherwise posted. No vehicle shall be operated at a speed greater than is reasonable for safe operation, nor in any manner which may endanger the safety of others or the protection of facilities and environmental resources. (Ord. 3235 § 2 (part), 1996)

http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/BS/Main/BOSagmn/ordinances/ord-3418.pdf

Marin Municiple Water District

9.01.05 Lands open to public. District lands are open to the public for recreational use, in accordance with the provisions of these regulations, during daylight hours only, beginning thirty minutes before sunrise and ending thirty minutes after sunset. Persons using district lands shall have a revocable license subject to compliance with all applicable federal, state, county and district laws and regulations. (Ord. 388 §1[part], 1999: (Ord. 267 §2[part], 1987).

http://marinwater.org/documents/LandUseRegs2947_rev6.pdf

9.04.02 Bicycles. (a) No person shall possess or operate any bicycle or similar vehicle on district Vehicle and Traffic Regulations 9.04.02 Marin Municipal Water District 5/02 21 22 9.04.02 Vehicle and Traffic Regulations lands except upon public roads, parking lots or protection roads not signed against such use. Use may be restricted or prohibited on any or all roads at the district’s discretion. (b) No bicycle or similar vehicle shall be operated in a manner to endanger or frighten hikers, equestrians or others using district lands. Any bicycle or similar vehicle used in violation of these regulations may be impounded. (c) A person under 18 years of age shall not operate a bicycle or ride as a passenger on a bicycle upon district lands unless wearing a bicycle helmet which is properly fitted and fastened. (d) The district may require permits for use of bicycles on its lands as outlined in Section 9.01.07. (Ord. 388 §1[part], 1999; (Ord. 267 §2[part], 1987). 9.04.03 Speed limits. Maximum speed limit for all motor vehicles and bicycles is fifteen miles per hour, unless otherwise posted; however, speeds shall be reduced as conditions warrant. Bicycles are required to slow to five miles per hour when Vehicle and Traffic Regulations 9.04.04 Marin Municipal Water District 5/02 23 passing others using district lands or approaching blind turns. In no case shall a person operate any motor vehicle, or bicycle, at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent for safe operation or to protect the safety of others using district lands. (Ord. 388 §1[part], 1999; Ord. 353 §1[part], 1994; Ord. 267 §2[part], 1987).

http://marinwater.org/documents/LandUseRegs2947_rev6.pdf