Silver Spring Bikeways to Union Station Takoma & National Mall
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Bicyclists are required to obey the same traffic laws as vehicles Ride on the right side of the road with the flow of traffic Stop at all red lights and stop signs Signal before making turns Use a headlight and reflectorized safety equipment when riding at night safety Use a headlight and reflectorized Silver Spring is Bike Friendly Silver Spring Regional Map It’s no small wonder why thousands of people visit, live, and work in downtown Silver Spring. Getting here is easy... particularly when using Silver Spring’s designated bikeways for cycling To or walking. And when they get here, cyclists and walkers find green spaces with rest areas Wheaton Regional Park and benches, friendly intersections, streets, and sidewalks, vibrant business and shopping Forest Glen areas, and secure bicycle parking. Forest Glen Rd Oakview Dr To University Rockville & Seminary Rd L. Needwood These signs are used to designate the official routes highlighted Linden La Franklin Ave Blvd on this map. Look for even more official routes to be designated in Georgia Ave Dale Dr Sligo Creek Trail New Hampshire Ave the coming years. East Northwest Rock Creek d Park Trail R le il v G‘town Br Interim Trail k o Grace Long Branch o Branch r Church Library & Community Ctr B 2nd Ave To Capital CrescentRd Trail Crescent Trail Long Branch Trail Trail Bethesda SusannaLa (trestle) (future) Colesville Rd ] Georgetown ] Silver Jones Mill Spring Flower Ave ] Library Ave Georgetown Br Rd Grubb Rd Silver Wayne Grove St Interim Trail Spring Responsible bicyclists are involved in fewer accidents FreymanDr To SS Green College Park wy East - West Hwy Trail H & Paint Br Trail t s e W - East Columbia N Portal Dr Union 16th St Connecticut Ave College Philadelphia Ave Piney Branch Rd Brookville Rd ALWAYS wear a helmet when riding, Montgomery County law requires cyclists under 18 to wear a helmet a wear to 18 under cyclists requires law County Montgomery riding, when helmet a wear ALWAYS R MetropolitanMontgomery ise d College W Branch Takoma Georgia Ave Campus Trail Western Ave Beach Dr Sligo Creek Trail To Alaska Ave NW Branch Tr (future) College Pk Silver Spring Bikeways To Union Station Takoma & National Mall Oregon Ave • Off-road bikeways - ––––––– Also known as shared use paths, these routes are physically separated from vehicular traffic by an open space or barrier. Pedestrians, skaters, wheelchair users, joggers and other non-motorized users may also use these paths. Greater Silver Spring Bikeway Connections • Sligo Creek Trail, off-road, from Wheaton Regional Park via Silver Spring to Takoma Park. • On-road bikeways - ––––––– A roadway designated for use by both bicycles and • Sligo Creek Parkway, on-road, from University Boulevard to New Hampshire Avenue. motor vehicles. • Northwest Branch Trail, off- road, from Capital Beltway connecting to the Prince George’s County Anacostia Tributary Trail System. • Connector Trails - Three major bicycle and pedestrian routes converge in downtown Silver Spring – the Silver Spring Green Trail, Georgetown Branch (the future Capital • Long Branch Trail, off-road, Piney Branch Park to just north of Takoma Park through Crescent Trail) and East-West Highway Trail. Refer to the regional map for an surrounding neighborhoods. orientation. • Rock Creek Trail, off-road, begins in Montgomery County and extends to Washington, D.C. Teach Teach children the rules of the road for their protection Street-Smart Cyclist Commuter’s Checklist: May Fun for Cyclists and Pedestrians A bike riders • Bike to Work Day Year Round in Silver Spring! • Bright Clothing creed - • Helmet June Good luck favors • Silverdocs Documentary Festival, AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center • Lights those who are June to August • Fenders prepared! • Silver Spring Swings Concerts, Silver Plaza on Ellsworth at the fountain (Thurs. 7pm-9pm) • Hydration • Tools, pump, patch kit • Friday Street Stuff Concerts, Silver Plaza on Ellsworth at the fountain (Noon) ...and a smile July strips particularly at night clothing with reflective bright colored Wear • Silver Spring Criterium, Bicycle races in Downtown Silver Spring For detailed An approved bicycle helmet can greatly reduce the risk of death or permanent injury. September information, call Look for the CPSC or Snell Memorial Foundation Standard sticker. By Montgomery • Silver Spring Jazz Festival, Fenton Street and Ellsworth Drive County law, cyclists under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet. Silver Spring October Urban District • Magical Montgomery Cultural Fair, Fenton Street and Ellsworth Drive • The helmet should rest snug and flat on top of 301-565-7300 the head, not too far forward or backward. November or visit • Thanksgiving Parade, Along Georgia Avenue to Ellsworth Drive www.silversprung.com • Once the helmet straps are snapped together, there should be enough room to fit one finger between chin and strap. • The straps should be snug but not too tight and should form a “V” under the ears. Add a Little Exercise to your Commute – Visit the Commuter Express Transit Store (8401 Colesville Road, Suite 150) and explore your options. Never carry packages that can obstruct views or interfere with control of the bike Try Biking or Walking to Work! Montgomery County Ride On, Metro buses, and the Biking and walking to work are healthy ways to make your daily BIKES RIDE VanGo downtown circulator are all equipped with bike commute. That’s why the Silver Spring Transportation Management racks! Each rack holds two bikes and supports most District encourages the use of transit and other commuting options FOR FREE wheel and frame sizes- even kids’ bikes. Visit and provides free consulting services to employers to help them each ride operating condition before is in proper bike your Be sure on Public Transportation www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rideon for details. establish commuting benefits for their employees. Bikes are permitted on Metrorail at most times Let the Silver Spring TMD show you or your employees how during the week (excluding rush hours and select to beat the traffic, save time, and reduce expenses – all while dates) and all day Saturday and Sunday. Visit being kind to the environment. Call (301)770-POOL (7665) or www.metroopensdoors.com for details. visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/commute. Or, stop by the Commuter Express Transit Store (located at 8401 Colesville Road, Suite 150, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F) for information, maps and schedules, or to purchase transit passes and tokens. Their services are FREE! Silver Spring TMD is operated by Montgomery County Commuter Services. Most Metrorail stations have free bike racks Never ride two people on a bike designed for one and rental lockers. Never ride against traffic Watch for turning vehicles and vehicles exiting driveways Be aware of parked cars and watch for car doors that may open Give pedestrians the right of way Final SS map 05.indd 1 6/26/05 1:34:07 PM Silver Spring has it All Featuring: • Bike and pedestrian routes Downtown Silver Spring is experiencing a dramatic renaissance – showcasing its urban and suburban appeal. The area has long • Dining, shopping, entertainment and public been known as a destination for specialized retail as well as service destinations international dining and has quickly become the home of a • Amenities for bikers burgeoning media, video, and creative content industry. And • Public transportation now, getting here is easier then ever! options For more information concerning your commuting options in • Safety tips, rules of the and around Silver Spring, contact Silver Spring Transportation road, and other helpful Management District (TMD) at (301) 770-POOL (7665) or visit MAP resources Mongtomery County www.montgomerycountymd.gov/commute. 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