Explore Truckee by E-Bike

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Explore Truckee on Two Wheels

Cruise downtown, ride scenic paved trails, and skip the parking hunt with Truckee’s BCycle e-bike share program. Whether you’re heading to coffee, the river, Donner Lake, or dinner downtown, BCycle makes it easy to explore more with less stress.

Download the app, unlock a bike, and ride like a local.

Download the BCycle App

A Fun, Easy Way to Get Around

Truckee BCycle is a shared electric bike program with stations conveniently located throughout town. Bikes can be checked out and returned at any station using the BCycle app, making it simple to get where you’re going without relying on a car.

Perfect for:

Exploring Historic Downtown Truckee
Scenic rides along paved bike paths
Brewery hopping and coffee stops
Family outings
Car-free vacations
Summer adventures and shoulder season escapes

The pedal-assist e-bikes help make hills and altitude feel a whole lot easier, so you can spend less time sweating and more time sightseeing.

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How It Works

Download the App

Get the BCycle app

Find a Station

View Station map

Unlock Your Bike

Scan and start riding

Ride + Return

Dock at any station

Best Paved Rides in Truckee

Truckee’s paved bike paths make it easy to cruise from downtown to scenic open spaces, river views, and lakeside stops. For more route ideas, see our full guide to Truckee paved bike trails.

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Downtown Truckee Cruise

Ride through Historic Downtown Truckee for local shops, coffee stops, patios, public art, and galleries.

Truckee River Legacy Trail

Truckee’s most scenic paved path, following the Truckee River through meadows and forested open space.

Donner Lake Ride

Pedal toward Donner Lake for big views, beach stops, picnic spots, and that classic Truckee summer feeling.

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Martis Valley Trail

Cruise through wide-open valley scenery with mountain views, mellow grades, and plenty of fresh-air payoff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to return the bike to the same station?

Nope. Bikes can be returned to any Truckee BCycle station.

Are the bikes electric?

Yes. BCycle bikes include pedal assist to help make riding easier and more enjoyable.

Where can I ride?

BCycle bikes are great for exploring downtown, paved recreation paths, and connected neighborhoods throughout Truckee.

How do I unlock a bike?

Simply download the BCycle app, purchase a pass, and unlock your bike directly from your phone.

What should I bring?

Comfortable clothes, water, sunscreen, and your sense of adventure.