Go Green - Bicycle

Go Green, Bicycle - people on bikes photo Bicycling is one of the few "zero-pollute" travel options. The Bay Area is one of the best places in the country to ride a bike to work, school, on errands or to social events. The region offers cyclists thousand of miles of bike paths, lanes and routes, and the 511 BikeMapper can help you find them. For longer trips, try combining bicycling and transit – 511 also provides detailed information on taking bikes on transit and bicycle parking at transit stations.

Rideshare

Want to green your commute? Ridesharing is 2-6 people in a carpool or 7-15 people in a vanpool. It’s a green travel alternative because you help reduce the total number of cars on the road. You save time and money and the earth gets a breath of fresh air.

Plan Your Bicycling Trip

Visit the Bicycling page to find bicycle maps, bicycle safety tips and classes, tips for taking bikes on transit, and much more. The 511 BikeMapper even helps you find paths and bike lanes throughout the Bay Area.

Spare the Air Everyday

Learn how to travel smart to improve air quality and save gas. Find easy ways to Spare the Air Everyday or sign up to be notified in advance of Spare the Air Days. You can also download a Spare the Air app for your iPhone.