Mobility & Curb Rules in Santa Clara County, CA (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Santa Clara County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

E-Bike Classes

In unincorporated Santa Clara County parks, Class 1 and Class 2 electric bicycles may only ride trails and roads specifically signed for e-bike use: plain bike-trail signage isn't enough.

E-Bike Class Rules on Santa Clara County Park Trails

Some Restrictions

Santa Clara County Ordinance Code § B14-42.3

(c)No person shall operate or possess a bicycle or Electric Bicycle within any Park Area except:(1)For bicycles, on trails and roads designated for such use or with other similar signage or symbol;(2)For Electric Bicycles, on trails and roads where appropriate signage allows for such use.

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Mobility & Curb Rules by City in Santa Clara County

4 cities in Santa Clara County have their own mobility & curb rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

San JosePop. 1,013,240

2 verified rules • Bike Lane Rules, Shared E-Scooter Rules

SunnyvalePop. 155,805

1 verified rule • Bike Lane Rules

Santa ClaraPop. 127,647

2 verified rules • Bike Lane Rules, Shared E-Scooter Rules

Mountain ViewPop. 82,376

1 verified rule • Bike Lane Rules

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