DUDE! WHERE’S MY BIKE? by Morgan Cole | photo by Guy Stevens rom scenic views of the Gulf of Mexico, to slow rides through quaint neighborhoods, to white-knuckling down wooded off-road trails, you can find your perfect ride here. Exploring on two wheels provides a wonderful way to get closer to nature and discover some of the area’s hidden gems.
Uptown to Downtown Route A 9.3 mile route that takes riders between downtown and uptown Pensacola while avoiding busy high speed roads. The route is mostly through quiet residential neighborhoods but also connects with busy commercial areas as well. Some landmarks along the way include the Tryon Branch Library, Tippin Park, Bryan Park, Sacred Heart Hospital, Washington High School, Highland Terrace Park, Woodland Heights Community Center, Hollice T. Williams Park, Plaza Ferdinand and Plaza de Luna.
Uptown Bike Loop North of Creighton An easy 3.9 mile ride through residential neighborhoods with access to Dunmire Woods Park and Fairchild Park.
South of Creighton An easy 3.9 mile ride through residential neighborhoods with access to Tippin Park and Parker Circle Neighborhood Park.
To help you get the most out of your two-wheel adventure, check out these safe bike routes by scanning the QR code below, courtesy of Bike Pensacola.
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Bike Rentals If you don’t already own a bike, there are numerous bike rental companies located throughout the city to choose from. Bikes Plus - Pensacola 194 North Palafox St. Cycle Joint 34 North Palafox St. Emerald Coast Tours 225 Zaragoza St. Lazy Days Beach Rentals 14 Via De Luna Dr. Ride MORE Bicycles 59 East Gregory St. Pedego Electric Bikes Pensacola Beach 1591 Via De Luna Dr. Pensacola Mountain Bike Tours/ Hamilton MTB Tours & Rentals 601 North Davis Hwy. Pensacola Power Bikes 11 South Palafox St., Suite F The Fun Store - Pensacola Beach 5 Via De Luna Dr. TREK Bicycle Store Pensacola 701 East Cervantes St. BIKE PENSACOLA is a coalition of bicyclists, bike clubs, bike shops and other organizations working to improve conditions for bicycling in Pensacola. Bike Pensacola also organizes some of the most popular bike rides in town, including the Slow Ride. Each month, riders get together to explore the quiet, scenic streets of Pensacola’s many historic neighborhoods for a fun and leisurely ride among friends. Visit the Bike Pensacola website at bikepensacola.org or find them on Facebook for more information and upcoming Slow Ride events.
