Anaheim, CA Mobility & Curb Rules: Bike Lane Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Cyclist rules
- CVC 21200
- Lane blocking
- CVC 21211
- Sidewalk riding
- Generally allowed
- Plan
- Bicycle Master Plan
Summary
Anaheim's bicycle network includes Class I trails along the Santa Ana River, Class II striped lanes on major boulevards, and Class IV separated lanes near ARTIC and the Resort, with cyclists subject to California Vehicle Code rules and AMC Title 5 traffic.
21200. (a) (1) A person riding a bicycle or operating a pedicab upon a highway has all the rights and is subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this division, including, but not limited to, provisions concerning driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs, and by Division 10 (commencing with Section 20000), Section 27400, Division 16.7 (commencing with Section 39000), Division 17 (commencing with Section 40000.1), and Division 18 (commencing with Section 42000), except those provisions which by their very nature can have no application. (2) A person operating a bicycle on a Class I bikeway, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 890.4 of the Streets and Highways Code, has all the rights and is subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle pursuant to Section 20001, except those provisions which by their very nature can have no application. (b) (1) A peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, operating a bicycle during the course of his or her duties is exempt from the requirements of subdivision (a), except as those requirements relate to driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs, if the bicycle is being operated under any of the following circumstances: (A) In response to an emergency call. (B) While engaged in rescue operations. (C) In the immediate pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law.
Full Breakdown
Anaheim's Bicycle Master Plan, integrated with the General Plan Mobility Element, identifies Class I, II, III, and emerging Class IV facilities. Cyclists must obey CVC §21200 by following the same rules as motorists, ride with traffic, signal turns, and use lights at night. Sidewalk riding is generally allowed in Anaheim outside the Resort district unless posted otherwise, but must yield to pedestrians. Vehicles parking in striped Class II bike lanes violate CVC §21211 and AMC parking rules, drawing tickets in the Resort and Platinum Triangle where enforcement is heightened.
Violations & Fines
Cyclist infractions like riding against traffic, no lights, or running red lights are CVC offenses with set fines; drivers blocking bike lanes face parking and moving violations under CVC §21211.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are e-bikes allowed in Class I trails?
Can I ride on the sidewalk in the Resort?
Sources & Official References
- [1]CVC 21200
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