Cycling in Burnside
Why cycle in Burnside?
Cycling is a fun, healthy, and sustainable way to get around Burnside. Whether you are commuting, exercising, or simply enjoying the outdoors, riding a bike helps reduce traffic, lower emissions, and connects you with your community. Burnside offers scenic routes and a variety of cycling opportunities, with ongoing efforts to improve bike infrastructure and support a more bike-friendly community.
Who is this for?
Burnside by bike is for everyone:
- Families looking for safe and scenic weekend rides
- Commuters wanting a greener way to travel
- Fitness enthusiasts seeking active transport options
- New riders who want to build their confidence
- Experienced cyclists eager to explore new routes and connect with others
Join our local cycling groups to meet fellow riders, share tips, and enjoy group rides: Burnside Bicycle User Group a community-based group focused on advocating for safer, more accessible cycling in Burnside. It connects residents, businesses, and schools an promotes active transport, share ideas, and support better infrastructure. Everyone is welcome to join and contribute via the groups Facebook page.
Contact: 0418 898 490
Want to start your own group? Reach out to our Community Development Team.
How to get involved
- Join a cycling group or start your own
- Explore our local bike network using our interactive map
- Attend cycling events (see below!)
- Learn bike safety and maintenance through workshops
- Share your cycling story on social media using #BurnsideByBike
Where to ride
Burnside offers scenic routes and a variety of cycling opportunities, with ongoing efforts to improve bike infrastructure and support a more bike-friendly community. Whether you're riding through parks, along creeks, or to your local café, there's a route for you.
Please check out our interactive Burnside Bicycle Network Map. There are a number of treatments to improve the routes, which will be implemented over the coming years.
Other information about the excellent network of cycling trails in South Australia can be found on the South Australian Trails website. These trails are perfect for all levels of rider.
Cycling Events