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Whether you drive, walk, or ride, everyone plays a part in road safety. The City of San Marcos encourages drivers, walkers, and riders to join in keeping our streets safe.

E-bikers

The City of San Marcos wants e-bike riders to stay safe on our roads. Bicyclists and e-bike riders are subject to all the same rules of the road as motorists. Riders who do not follow the rules are subject to ticketing and fines as defined by the Vehicle or Municipal Code.

Find e-bike safety classes

Make sure to follow these guidelines:

• Riders 17 years and under must wear a helmet.
• Traffic lights, signs, and signals apply to all road users, including e-bike riders.
• Sidewalks and cross walks are meant for pedestrians. Dismount and walk your e- bike in these areas. You must stop at crosswalks for pedestrians.
• Must stop at red lights.
• Must stop at stop signs.
• Weaving in and out of traffic is prohibited.
• Riding against the flow of traffic is prohibited.
• Proper reflective equipment must be used (during night operation).
• It is illegal to carry passengers on your e-bike unless your bike has an extra permanent seat or when using a child safety seat.

Learn more about e-bike rules and safety

Drivers

Drivers can help keep San Marcos streets safe by following these rules:

• Follow the speed limit.
• Avoid distractions while driving.
• Slow down in school zones.
• Give space to people walking or biking.
• Slow down at intersections.
• Always yield to pedestrians at crosswalks or corners.
• Be extra cautious in poor conditions such as darkness, fog, or rain.
• Give bicyclists plenty of space when passing.
• As of Jan. 1, 2023, California law requires drivers to change lanes, when possible, to safely pass cyclists.

Walkers

Taking simple precautions can make every walk in San Marcos safer. Keep these tips in mind:

• Make yourself visible by using lights at night, wearing bright or reflective clothing, sticking to well-lit areas when possible
• Always follow traffic laws.
• Use crosswalks and make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
• Stay on sidewalks when available.
• If there’s no sidewalk, walk facing traffic so you can see oncoming vehicles.
• Yield when needed.
• Avoid distractions like looking at your phone.
• Keep headphones low so you can hear what’s happening around you.

Traffic safety resources

"Safe systems" approach means we all have to do our part for traffic safety
California traffic laws for bike-riders (including e-bikes)
Protect pedestrians and cyclists
Honk less, wave more 
Go Safely California website
Distracted driving