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(1) E-bike classes
(2) US Forest Service
(3) OSU Research Forests
(4) Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
(5) Starker Forests
(6) Weyerhaeuser
(7) Stott Mountain - North Alsea Travel Management Area
(8) Oregon Parks & Recreation Department / Oregon State Parks
(9) Oregon Department of Forestry
(1) Oregon e-bike laws (as of 2024)
Oregon e-bike laws were amended in 2024. See documentation here.
ORS 801.258 (amended in 2024)
(1) “Class 1 electric assisted bicycle” means an electric assisted bicycle that: (a) Provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling; and (b) Ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.
(2) “Class 2 electric assisted bicycle” means an electric assisted bicycle that: (a) May be propelled by its motor without a rider pedaling; and (b) Ceases to provide assistance once the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 miles per hour.
(3) “Class 3 electric assisted bicycle” means an electric assisted bicycle that: (a) Provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling; (b) Ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour; and (c) Is equipped with a speedometer.
(4) “Electric assisted bicycle” means a bicycle that is equipped with an electric motor and that is a Class 1 electric assisted bicycle, a Class 2 electric assisted bicycle or a Class 3 electric assisted bicycle.
ORS 807.020 (amended in 2024)
(14) Except as provided in subsection (15) of this section, a person may operate a bicycle without any grant of driving privileges.
(15) A person may operate the following without any grant of driving privileges if the person is 16 years of age or older: (a) A Class 1 electric assisted bicycle; (b) A Class 2 electric assisted bicycle; or (c) A Class 3 electric assisted bicycle.
(2) US Forest Service
https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/e-bikes
Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes are allowed on motorized trails and roads on national forests and grasslands. Local Forest Service officials may consider new opportunities for e-bike use on non-motorized trails and in non-motorized areas by utilizing a designation process in accordance with the Travel Management Rule (36 CFR Part 212, Subpart B).
Suslaw National Forest
https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/siuslaw/recreation/bicycling/?recid=42257&actid=24
"Electric bikes (E-bikes) are NOT ALLOWED on trails designated for non-motorized use such as mountain bike or hiking trails. E-bikes are classified as self-propelled motor vehicles and are only allowed on roads or trails open to motorized vehicles. Maps for those motorized roads and trails can be found here."
(3) OSU Research Forests (including McDonald & Dunn Forests)
https://cf.forestry.oregonstate.edu/recreation/trail-etiquette
Ebikes are not allowed. Their policy states: "Motorized vehicles are not allowed on Forest roads or trails, except for administrative purposes. Motor vehicles can include cars, trucks, motorcycles, e-bikes, hover boards, Segways, etc. Motorized wheelchairs are permitted."
(4) Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
(5) Starker Forests
Ebikes are not allowed. For other rules, see: https://www.starkerforests.com/access
(6) Weyerhaeuser
Ebikes are not allowed. The Weyerhaeuser webpage for recreation states: "When access is (otherwise) permitted, ATV, ORVs, motorcycles or motor-assisted bicycles are NOT allowed." The standard sign often seen at the entrance to Weyerhaeuser property does not explicitly mention e-bikes, but states: "no motorcycles, no quads."
(7) Stott Mountain - North Alsea Travel Management Area
Ebikes are not allowed. The regulations list electric bikes on the prohibited activities list, along with motorcycles and ATVs. This area is also sometimes referred to as the Mid-Coast Travel Management Area.
(8) Oregon Parks & Recreation Department (OPRD) / Oregon State Parks
On 7/1/25, the OPRD updated its rules regarding e-bikes. Read the rules here (PDF).
Where e-bikes are allowed
Trails: On multi-use trails in state parks where other bicycles are allowed, unless specifically restricted.
Ocean Shore: On the wet sand areas of the ocean shore where motorized vehicles are permitted.
Where e-bikes are prohibited
Dry sand and dunes: Not allowed on any dry sand or dune areas.
Sensitive areas: Specifically prohibited in snowy plover management areas during nesting season (March 15–Sept. 15), and other marked wildlife or resource protection zones.
(9) Oregon Department of Forestry
In 2025, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) approved new rules regarding e-bikes that are set to take effect on July 1, 2026. The ODF will generally allow e-bikes on state forest trails where other bicycles are permitted, eliminating previous width restrictions.
New Oregon e-bike rules
Expansion of access: In most state forests, if a trail allows regular bicycles, e-bikes are also permitted. The former requirement that trails be at least eight feet wide has been removed.
Exceptions and restrictions: Despite the general expansion, e-bikes can still be specifically prohibited in certain state forest areas. These trails and areas will be clearly marked with signage.