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Since the Friends of Haverford Trails started, many advances in the planning, accommodation and public information resources have been made for local bicycling. Shoulder striping is now prevalent on the state-overseen major roads in the township, often providing adequate space for cyclists who are wary of occupying the travel lane on these busier roads. At the same time, the concept of defining and identifying "low traffic stress" (LTS) streets has emerged among cycling-oriented transportation and urban planners. LTS analysis and mapping highlights the connectivity of our quieter neighborhood streets, while pinpointing for planners where these "islands" of connectivity can be connected together across the major roads by focused infrastructure improvements.
Click or tap on the "four corners" icon (upper right) to open a larger full-screen map.
Click or tap on the small box icon (upper left) to open a list of network elements.
Click or tap an element on the map or its listing to see its details.
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| Paved Trails: thick blue line | Paved Park Paths: thin blue line |
| Bike Route: thick green line | Minor Low-Stress Roads: thin green line |
| Major Road Shoulders: thick orange line |
The map above identifies a basic bicycling network that you can consider and modify to meet your own needs and concerns. It combines paved trails and park paths, major roads with wider striped shoulders, and selected LTS neighborhood streets selected for casual, local cycling. The LTS streets shown avoid major roads with heavy traffic and higher speed limits. They offer more pleasant, residential roads that penetrate local neighborhoods, provide parallel alternatives to major roads, and cross major roads at the best places. This network also provides access to parks, schools and other attractions. Generally, you can use any local residential side street. Under Haverford Township regulations, you can ride on sidewalks, too, except in defined business areas.