Dunwoody is working to build a connected bicycle system consisting of shared-use paths, cycle tracks, bike lanes and routes.  As a first step toward this vision, the city has been able to add miles of bike lanes at relatively low costs mostly through reducing vehicle lane widths on existing roadways.  With the adoption of the Trail Master Plan in 2023, the focus moving forward will be on building paths and cycle tracks that are separated from vehicle traffic.  

View a map of the current Dunwoody Bicycle Network.

The bicycle network aims to connect residents to destinations within the City and to other parts of the bicycle network, and although the aim is to provide additional connectivity throughout the City, the network will not connect every point within the City or seek to replace vehicle travel. Bicycles are legally allowed on City streets, and it is a reasonable assumption that experienced bicyclists will use the entire City street system to connect to places of destination.

In addition to the Trail Master Plan, bicycle planning is also guided by the city’s Comprehensive Transportation Plan.

Acknowledging that many bike riders are not comfortable riding in the roadway, and it will take time to build out the bicycle trail system,  the Dunwoody City Council unanimously passed an ordinance in 2020 that allows bicyclists of any age to ride on sidewalks in our city. The ordinance requires riders to be safe and yield to pedestrians. They must also give an audible signal before passing a pedestrian. Please note that this ordinance applies to skateboarders, too. View the ordinance to read more.