Bike Streets: Unlocking Hidden Connections in Colorado Springs
Bike Colorado Springs has officially started building out our city’s Low-Stress Network partnering with the Colorado based Bike Streets team, unlocking hidden connections and safer routes in COS. We are excited to announce that we’ve already reached our first major milestone: 300 miles of comfortable, accessible routes are now live!
Crowdsourcing Local Knowledge
The real power of this tool is its ability to capture local knowledge that standard GPS apps often miss. We know that the best, safest routes aren’t always the most obvious ones on a map.
A truly low-stress connection often relies on “insider” info—like knowing you can connect through a specific alley or use a short sidewalk segment to link two quiet neighborhood streets. By mapping these non-obvious paths, we are creating a seamless web of routes that allows riders of all ages and abilities to navigate Colorado Springs with confidence.
Join Bike Streets
Download the app to add your favorite routes to our local map and start routing to your favorite destinations today.
Help Us Map the Rest of the Springs
While 300 miles is a fantastic start, we need your help to make this tool a resource for every neighborhood. You are the expert on your own neck of the woods. You know the “secret” cut-throughs and the quietest ways to reach the grocery store, the school, or the park.
How you can contribute right now:
- Share Route Suggestions: Tell us about the “hidden” low-stress connections you use every day.
- Vote and Comment: Help us verify which routes feel the safest and which ones need a second look.
- Ride and Review: Use the tool for your next trip and let us know how it handles the real world.
Connecting Trails and Streets
Our work on Bike Streets focuses on creating a cohesive system. We are combining the best of our urban trails and open spaces with strategic on-street connections, like bike lanes and neighborhood greenways. The goal is to bridge the gaps so you can get across town without the stress of high-speed traffic.
Get Involved with Bike Colorado Springs
Making our city better for people on bikes takes a village. Beyond mapping, we have plenty of ways for you to lend your skills:
- Volunteer with Us: From helping at community events to assisting with communications and advocacy, we’re always looking for passionate people to join the team – Bike COS Volunteer Page
- Stay Tuned: Keep an ear out for a community survey and engagement opportunities coming this spring and summer and find us at the Colorado Springs Bike Swap, say hi ! Your feedback will be vital as we continue to advocate for safer streets and better connectivity.
Let’s keep the momentum rolling. Grab your bike, share your favorite route, and help us build a Colorado Springs where everyone feels safe and welcome on the road!
