Micromobility

Responsible & Safe Riding

Using micromobility devices on campus is a shared responsibility. Help keep our community safe, accessible, and sustainable by following these key guidelines:

Before You Ride

• Register your device: Make sure your scooter or e-bike is registered per campus requirements.
• Inspect your ride: Check brakes, tires, and lights before every trip.
• Wear a helmet: Protect yourself with proper safety gear.
• Ride solo: Only one rider per device for safety.

While You Ride

• Ride responsibly: Follow posted speed limits and always yield to pedestrians.
• Use designated paths: Stay in bike lanes or shared pathways, never on sidewalks, in buildings, or in restricted areas.
• Stay alert: Watch for vehicles, pedestrians, and other riders at intersections and crosswalks.
• Follow the rules: Comply with the University of Miami Micromobility Policy and all local traffic laws.
• Report issues: If you see unsafe behavior or hazards, contact UMPD at 305-284-6666 immediately.
  • Tip: Riding responsibly helps keep the U a safe, sustainable place for everyone.

Safe Parking

• Use marked zones: Park only in designated micromobility areas shown on the Micromobility Map.
• Keep routes clear: Never block sidewalks, entrances, ramps, or accessible pathways.
• Stand upright: Make sure your scooter or e-bike is balanced and stable.
• Avoid damage: Don’t park on grass or against trees, benches, or handrails.
• Be considerate: Leave space for pedestrians and other riders.
• Plan ahead: Review the Micromobility Policy and Micromobility Map before you ride.
  • Quick check: If your device blocks a path, someone else’s day just got harder. Please park thoughtfully.

Repairs & Local Trails

• Click here for basic bike repair tips.
• Click here to explore local bike trails.

Walking and biking are sustainable and healthy alternatives to driving, offering physical benefits while enhancing your overall well-being.

Bike Facts

The University of Miami is proudly recognized as a Bronze-Level Bike Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists.

• Commitment: We’re committed to promoting bicycling as both a sustainable mode of transportation and a fun, healthy way to connect with our campus community.
• Improvement: We continuously enhance the biking environment on campus by adding and upgrading bike racks, installing covered parking, and widening sidewalks, all to ensure a safer and more enjoyable biking experience for our community.

Emergency Ride Home (ERH)

If an emergency arises, you won’t be left without a way home. Enroll in the Emergency Ride Home (ERH) Program to receive up to six free ride vouchers each year when you register walking as your primary commute option.

• Who qualifies: Faculty, staff, and students registered as walk commuters.
• What it covers: Up to six emergency rides per year for unexpected situations such as illness, family emergencies, or unscheduled overtime.
• How to enroll: Complete the online registration form through the link above.
• Annual renewal: Enrollment must be renewed each year to remain active.

To support a safer, more accessible, and pedestrian-friendly campus environment, the Coral Gables campus will implement an updated approach to electronic micromobility devices beginning August 1, 2026, the start of the fall semester.

Effective August 1, electronic scooters, e-bikes, hoverboards, electric skateboards, and similar motorized micromobility devices will not be permitted to be operated, parked, stored, or charged on the Coral Gables campus. Designated micromobility parking areas will be available at several convenient perimeter locations.

This change is intended to address pedestrian safety, accessibility, emergency access, and fire/life-safety concerns associated with these devices, including lithium-ion battery risks.

The policy applies to all members of the University community, including students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors. Violations will be addressed through applicable University policies and procedures, with additional guidance regarding compliance expectations, enforcement processes, and campus-specific implementation details to be shared prior to the effective date.

Key reminders:

• Electronic motorized micromobility devices will not be permitted on University property beginning August 1.
• These devices may not be brought into or charged inside University buildings.
• Shared, rental, dockless, or app-based micromobility devices are not authorized on University property.
• Mobility devices used by individuals with mobility-related disabilities, such as motorized wheelchairs and mobility scooters, are exempt from this policy.
• Traditional non-motorized bicycles may continue to be used and parked in accordance with University rules.

Additional information will be shared in the coming weeks. We appreciate your support as we implement these changes to enhance campus safety and accessibility.