NYC Bike Map Legend

NYCBikeMaps.com utilizes a five color legend to classify routes for cyclists.

Bike Path / Greenway / Off-Street Path

off-street bike path or designated path in parks or on-street protected bike paths

Manhattan Waterfront Greenway
car-free Hudson River Greeway (part of the Waterfront Greenway)

Protected Bike Path on 9th Avenue
Protected Bike Path on 9th Avenue
Special Bike Path

Bike Path or Lane with special hours or unique conditions, including Central Park & Prospect Park (details on map page).

Central Park
Central Park
Bike Lane

on-street striped route

Bike lane on 91st Street
Bike lane on 91st Street
Sharrows / Signed Route

on street signed route or sharrow

Sharrow near City Hall in Manhattan
Sharrow near City Hall in Manhattan
Recommended On-Street Route

on-street route with traffic. no bike signage or separation.

busy street in Chinatown Manhattan
busy street in Chinatown Manhattan
Caution!

Bike lanes & paths may be blocked by cars or pedestrians, or closed due to construction or maintenance. Please ride safely and responsibly.

Flooded street
Flooded street
Bike lane blocked by NYPD
Bike lane blocked by NYPD

blocked bike lane
blocked bike lane