Bicycle Friendly Ship

Shippensburg University is a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Campus as awarded by The League of American Bicyclists.

Centrally located in the Cumberland Valley on a 210-acre campus, there are countless places to bike at Shippensburg University and in the region. Bike to class, explore downtown Shippensburg, or enjoy the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail, which extends from campus about 13 miles north past Newville. Off campus, discover trails in more than 250,000 acres of state parks and forests.

We welcome bicyclists of all skill levels on campus and strive to provide you with access to a bike friendly campus. Ship has a free bike share program, 50 bike racks on campus, and two bicycle repair stations!

ShipShare Bike Share Program

ShipShare is a free campus bike share program available to faculty, staff, and students. Since its start in 2017, the program has received new bikes and supplies donated by businesses and individuals, including Merv’s Bike Shop, Quick Release Bicycles, the Institute for Public Service and Sponsored Programs, the Student Government Association, and the Shippensburg University Class of 2018. The program encourages riders to take advantage of what the surrounding community offers while staying active. The Department of Recreation currently manages the program.

Where are the bikes?

The bikes are located at ShipRec.

How do I check out a bike?

Bikes are checked out at the ShipRec entrance desk. Those wishing to use a bike must present a Shippensburg University ID and sign a liability form. User will receive a key for the bike lock. Bikes can be checked out for up to three hours. Upon return, the bicycle will be checked for damage.

Protect Your Bike

Lock your bike and register it to prevent theft! Complete an application and return it to the Shippensburg University Police Department.

Bicycle Routes and Maps

Campus Bike Routes and Bike Racks

Cumberland Valley Rail Trail

Mountain Bike Routes

Regional Bicycle Trails

Bicycle Safety For Bicyclists

Be Prepared

Wear protective equipment and reflective clothing
Bring your cell phone for emergencies
Carry drinks and snacks for energy
Plan your route

Know The Laws

Ride with the flow of traffic
Obey traffic laws, street signs, and road markings
Yield to traffic when appropriate
Use a front light and reflectors at night

Be Predictable

Signal and announce your moves to others
Stay alert and make sure your path is clear
Slow down and look for pedestrians and vehicles

Bicycle Safety For Motorists

Know The Laws

Allow 4 feet of distance between a vehicle and an adjacent bicycle
Pass cyclists with care and at a safe speed
Yield to cyclists as you would motorists
Obey traffic laws, street signs, and road markings

Use Precaution

Open a vehicle door only after ensuring the area is clear and it is safe to do so
Avoid passing bicycles at an intersection
Search for bicycles before turning right, parking, while at a stop sign or signal, or driving in reverse
Understand and recognize cyclists’ hand signals

Scheduled Group Rides

Looking to bike with a buddy? Ride with fellow members of the Shippensburg University community along many local cycling routes! Check back regularly for newly scheduled group rides.

Weekly Student Rides

Join in on a weekly bike ride on easy terrain that usually lasts 1-1.5 hours. This is a perfect ride for those with little to intermediate experience. Meets every Monday at 5 p.m., weather permitting*, at the library.

Women's Ride Wednesdays

Improve your health and make connections during Women's Ride Wednesdays on the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail! This women's friendly ride is open to faculty, students, staff, and community members of all genders and cycling ability. Ride distance will vary based on group ability. Meets every Wednesday at 5 p.m., weather permitting*, at Shippensburg Station on the corner of Fort and Earl streets. Public parking is available.

*In the event of snow/thunder and lightning, the ride will be cancelled.