Maps and Data

Bike and Trail Map

In 2019, we created what appears to be the first Detroit bike map since 1896. It was due for an update. Our new map shows all of the trails and bike lanes at the time it was made, including the Iron Belle Trail. The map also includes the most comprehensive coverage of all bike, pedestrian, and motorist laws. We printed over 10,000 maps and nearly all have been distributed to bike shops. We do not plan to print more given the work to update, print and distribute these maps.

We have put the map online. This version is more up to date than the printed version. It pulls the latest information from open data sources everynight. It also includes real time MoGo Bike Share information.

In 2026, this map went international thanks to funding from the Gordie Howe International Bridge.

Google Maps

The Detroit Greenways Coalition has led efforts to update the bike lanes and trails on Google Maps. Not only does this provide an up-to-date map, it also makes Google’s bike and walk directions work better. When creating those directions, Google will try to route cyclists and pedestrians onto trails or roads with bike lanes. It’s not perfect, but it’s getting better.

Open Data

We are building major data collections around our work, including bike parking, bike lanes, trails and related points of interest. Currently we make this available via GeoJSON files.

• Points of Interest – We have compiled the follow points of interest within the cities of Detroit and Windsor, as well as Essex County:
  • Bike repair stations
  • Public restrooms (not comprehensive)
  • Bike shops
  • Trail heads
  • Ferry service
  • Running shops
  • Kayak launches
  • Train stations
  • Pump tracks
• Pathways – This includes trails, bike lanes, and routes for the cities of Detroit and Windsor, Essex County and some Metro Detroit trails. This includes data from:
  • City of Windsor
  • Essex County
  • SEMCOG
• Bike parking – This data is from 2012 and is outdated.

Additional Maps

• Southeast Michigan Trail Explorer, SEMCOG
• Windsor Essex Cycling Map, Essex County, Ontario
• County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) maps, Essex County, Ontario
• Ontario by Bike Network
• Interactive Network Map, Adventure Cycling Association
• US Bicycle Route Network, Adventure Cycling Association