Bucks County, PA Mobility & Curb Rules: Shared E-Scooter Rules (2026)

Section 7(A)(3) defines a low-speed 'E-scooter' as a mobility device with two or three wheels weighing less than 100 pounds, with handlebars, an electric motor, and a floorboard the rider stands on, powered by the motor and/or human power; the definition excludes wheelchairs and other disability mobility devices, motorized pedalcycles or pedalcycles with electric assist, and mopeds or motor-driven cycles as defined in the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. Section 7(B) applies the same riding rules to e-scooters as bicycles and e-bikes: no riding anywhere in the Park System except on specifically designated areas, trails, and paved roads; no careless, negligent, or reckless riding that endangers people, property, or creates a nuisance; no riding within the boundaries of designated natural areas; and riders must yield to pedestrians on roadways, paths, and trails, giving an audible signal before passing on a path or trail.

Separately, § 7(F) singles out self-balancing electric mobility devices such as hoverboards, unicycles, or any personal transporter without handlebars, and prohibits operating them anywhere on Park Property unless the Director has granted a permit. Nothing in § 7 distinguishes a personally owned e-scooter from one obtained through a rental or sharing service; the definition and the restrictions apply to any device meeting the § 7(A)(3) description ridden within the Park System. The Department also retains authority under § 7(D) to further restrict or close specific trails to e-scooters for safety, resource management, or operational reasons.