Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! There are many biking trails dedicated to non-motorized traffic throughout the region. Check out the Pierce County Bike Map, King County Regional Trails Map and Thurston County Bicycle Map to find routes that are separate from car traffic.

When you’re out on the road, remember to follow traffic laws for bicyclists to keep yourself and others safe. You’ll need to know rules like who has the right-of-way and how to use arm signals. Check out the Washington State government list of Bicyclist Laws & Safety tips to get started. 

Also, consider wearing protective equipment such as a good bicycle helmet and light-colored or reflective clothing to stay safe. Check out this video on what to wear while riding your bike.

The League of American Bicyclists' website has a comprehensive list of resources on how to safely ride your bike on the streets, along with a series of videos. Topics include where to ride, lane positioning, changing lanes, turning, and more.

You can take advantage of public bike racks to lock your bike up during the day. You may also want to check with your employer to see if they have any bike storage in their garage or parking lot available to you during the workday.

Convenient bike lockers at transit facilities

• Pierce Transit: Pierce Transit bike lockers are a great way to keep your bike safe and secure if you decide to leave it behind when you catch the bus! For a $50 deposit and $10 per month rental fee, you can be sure your faithful friend will be there to greet you on your return, unaffected by rain, snow or worse. Visit Pierce Transit's website or call them at 253-581-8000 for details.

• Sound Transit:  Sound Transit offers many bike racks and bike lockers at their stations and Park and Rides. Bike racks are free to use at all times. Bike lockers are rented through BikeLink and cost five cents an hour. Learn more about your bike parking options here.

Secure bike cages in downtown Tacoma

Secure, covered bike parking is available at two downtown locations. Check out the bike cages at:

• Tacoma Dome Station, Puyallup Ave & East G St, Tacoma

  • Bicycle cage located on the lower level between the East and West garages. This site is managed by Pierce Transit. Please download the rental agreement to start the process. The rental fee is $8 per quarter or $25 per year.

• Pacific Plaza Garage, 1137 Commerce St, Tacoma

  • Bicycle cage located on the 2nd floor. This site is managed by Republic Parking. Please download the Bike Cage Agreement to start the process. There is no fee to utilize this bike cage.

Did you know Washington State was named one of the nation’s most bicycle friendly states for over a decade!? Pierce County jurisdictions have made significant investments in bike infrastructure, including dedicated bike lanes and trails, to improve the safety of biking. 

Still, you want to always wear a helmet, reflective gear and follow traffic laws to increase safety.