Whether you’re walking, running, or riding, the Trailways invite you to experience the region in motion. Rent a bike or lace up your shoes and explore trails that wind through vibrant neighborhoods, peaceful parks, and along the scenic White River. Join a guided outing or head out on your own to connect with open paths, fresh air, and the places that make this corridor uniquely ours. Every step and every spin bring a new way to see the heart of Indiana.
Exploring the Trailways by bike is one of the best ways to experience each community along the route. Whether you’re looking for a quick ride, a full-day adventure, or an e-bike for extra mileage, there are plenty of rental options available throughout the region. Use the tabs below to find bike rental options in several Trailways communities.
Carmel Bike Share: Rent a bike by the half-hour or longer using the Movatic App, no membership required.
Pedego Carmel: An all-electric bike shop near the Monon Trail offering a full fleet of e-bikes, including family-friendly Bunch Bikes (wagon-style e-bikes).
Carmel Cyclery: Conveniently located along the Monon Trail, this local shop offers regular bike rentals and service.
Future Velo: Sleek, high-performance e-bike rentals for riders looking for a modern, electric-powered experience.
Pacers Bike Share: With more than 50 stations across Indianapolis, you can grab a regular or e-bike for a quick ride. Adaptive tricycles, including a hand-powered one, are available by reservation through the Bcycle App.
Wheel Fun Rentals: Seasonal rentals in White River State Park featuring city bikes, e-bikes, four-person surreys, and even chopper-style bikes.
Experience the Trailways together. Join a guided tour to explore with a local expert who shares stories, history, and hidden gems along the route—perfect for bikers, walkers, or runners who want to learn more about the region. Or take part in a group activity focused on community and camaraderie, whether it’s a casual ride, a run club, or a walking group out to enjoy the fresh air. However you move, you’ll find connection, discovery, and shared energy on the Trailways.
Central Indiana Cycling maintains a robust community calendar of organized rides and related events, both on and off the Trailway network.
Indianapolis Cultural Trail offers a variety of themed monthly 2-3 hour, beginner-friendly rides with stops to learn, explore, and socialize on the hub of the Trailways network. Registration is required and space is limited.
Bike Carmel offers a variety of social events and organized rides throughout the year.
Running or walking more your style? Indy Runners and Walkers is a club that offers near-daily group walks and runs on and off the Trailway network. A low-cost annual membership is required.