Safety Rules
Welcome to the Bicycle Rules page. You can navigate through the links below to find answers to questions about the rules of biking on campus, in Carbondale, and in Illinois.
Be sure to read Secretary of State Jesse White's Bicycle Rules of the Road, available in the right sidebar.
Biking on Sidewalks
Carbondale
Biking on sidewalks is illegal. Bikes should be on the road.
Campus
Operation of bicycles is permitted on all campus pedestrian pathways except where prohibited by sign or marking.
Crosswalk Rules
It is illegal to bike through a crosswalk. Dismount and walk through the crosswalk.
Illinois Bicycle Rules of the Road
"Bicycle riding is a great way to get into shape and enjoy the outdoors. To remain safe on Illinois roads, it is important to follow the same traffic safety laws that govern vehicle drivers."
- Jesse White, Secretary of State
