Shared use paths and recreational trails
Shared use paths and recreational trails are facilities physically separated from motorized vehicular traffic by an open space or barrier. They are located either within the highway right-of-way or within a separate right-of way. Shared use paths may be used by bicyclists, pedestrians, skaters, users of wheelchair conveyances, joggers, and other users. Users are moving at different speeds and yield to slower users. Watch for unpredictable users, such as dogs on leashes, children learning to bike, skaters, or in some cases, horses. When approaching animals, avoid scaring them by slowing down. Gently saying “hello there,” or “is it safe to pass?” can calm a horse and rider. In tight places, you should dismount and walk past.
Pedestrians stay to the right on shared use paths; except to pass on the left
At midblock crossings with the road, users need to watch for oncoming traffic. Look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT. All path users must obey signals.
Bicyclists have the rights and responsibilities of pedestrians when on a shared use path