Maryland’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans and Programs

Shifting mode choice towards transit and active transportation, and shortening automobile trips and increasing carpooling, are critical components to building efficient, equitable, and sustainable cities, and is also essential to accommodating Maryland’s changing demographic composition. For more information on MDOT planning and programming efforts, please contact the Office of Active Transportation and Micromobility.

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News & Upcoming Events

MDOT is developing a Statewide Transportation Trails Strategic Plan, learn more here: www.mdot.maryland.gov/transportationtrails
The quarterly meeting of the Maryland Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will be held online Friday, April 25, 2025, at 9 am. Join online with Microsoft Teams: 229 178 456 501 Code: uL33c2MB Join by Phone: +1 667-262-296281442313# and visit the MBPAC website for more information.

Plans and Reports

2050 Maryland Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan (2024)

Bike Safety Task Force Report (2017)

Advisory Committee

The Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (MBPAC) advises State government agencies on issues directly related to bicycling and pedestrian activity including funding, public awareness, safety and education.

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Laws & Resources

Bike & Walk Program

The Maryland Department of Transportation administers several grant and special fund programs for biking & pedestrian programs. These programs support local economies and enhance quality of life through biking and walking. In addition, the Department provides technical assistance to help local jurisdictions with feasible projects.