Electric Dirt Bikes/Surrons (OHV) Off-Highway Vehicles
Surrons and other electric dirt bikes are allowed on specific motorized trails on National Forest lands. Electric dirt bikes are not permitted on public roadways, recreation paths or trails not designated for dirt biking within Breckenridge or Summit County, in accordance with Colorado Revised Statutes 33-14.5-108 and also a violation of Section 1412(15) of the Model Traffic Code, as amended. If a dirt bike is permitted on a trail, then Surrons are also allowed.
These bikes are considered off-highway vehicles (OHV) and need to be registered on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website. Anyone operating e-dirt bikes/Surrons in areas not designated for dirt bikes may receive a ticket and fine.
E- Bikes
- Class I E-Bikes: Equipped with an electric motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 mph. Permitted on Summit County Rec Paths and public roadways.
- Class II E-bikes: Equipped with an electric motor and throttle that can provide assistance regardless of whether the rider is pedaling, and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 mph. NOT PERMITTED on Summit County Rec Paths. Can use designated bike lane or far right-hand side of the roadway.
- Class III E-bikes: Equipped with an electric motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 28 mph. NOT PERMITTED on Summit County Rec Paths. Can use designated bike lane or far right-hand side of the roadway. No riders allowed under 16.
Recreation Path Safety
Walkers, joggers, inline skaters and cyclists all share this pathway system. Use common sense and follow these tips to help prevent accidents and injuries, and to keep the rec paths safe and enjoyable.
- Travel on the right, pass on the left
- Pull off the path completely to stop or take photos
- Class 1 e-bikes only
- Keep dogs on a 6-foot leash
- Obey all closures, detours and signage
- Be aware of changing conditions, sand, gravel, water and ice
Ebike OHV Flyer 2026 ENG
