Walworth County, WI Mobility & Curb Rules: Bike Lane Rules (2026)

Section 42-1(a)(15) states plainly that 'Bicycles are not permitted on park trails or paths' anywhere in the County park system, except where the code separately authorizes it. That single carve-out is the White River State Recreation Trail, covered by subsection (b): hiking and bicycling are listed as permitted uses, and horseback riding is allowed only on the portion of the trail designated for it. Anyone riding the White River Trail other than a pedestrian or a person using a low-powered, manually or mechanically propelled device built for a physical disability must carry a valid State trail permit under Section 42-1(b)(3).

The same subsection lets the trail stay open around the clock for snowmobiles once the Walworth County Snowmobile Alliance opens the regional snowmobile trail system for the season. Outside the White River Trail, a cyclist who takes a bike onto any other county park trail or path, including those at Natureland Park or Veteran's Park, is violating the general park rules in Section 42-1(a). The Sheriff's Office and Public Works Department, which post trail signage and administer trail permits, enforce the restriction alongside the rest of the Chapter 42 park rules.