Riding here
Gateway Arch is a 91-acre urban park, so it's a starting point rather than a riding destination. Bikes may use the walkways on the Arch grounds as long as they don't get in the way of people on foot, and St. Louis's riverfront trail runs north along the Mississippi from downtown.
Where you can ride
Bikes may ride on the Arch grounds' pedestrian walkways, provided they don't interfere with pedestrians or others' enjoyment of the park.
Where you can't
Ride considerately: pedestrians come first on the walkways.
Rides
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Arch grounds and riverfront
- Paved path
- Paved
- Easy
An easy loop around the grounds and under the Arch, with the riverfront trail continuing north along the Mississippi.
Start: Gateway Arch grounds
When to go
Spring and fall; summers are hot and humid.
E-bikes
E-bikes are allowed anywhere regular bikes are.
Fees
No entrance fee for the grounds (tickets are required for the tram to the top of the Arch).
Rentals, tours and shuttles
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Your bike shop hereSample listing
This spot is for one rental shop, guide service or shuttle near Gateway Arch: your name, what you offer, and a link straight to your booking page, at the top of this section.
Feature your shop on this page, free until spring 2027
Run a shop near Gateway Arch? Add it here.
Sources
Checked November 2026 against these sources. Rules, closures and fees change; confirm with the park before you ride.
Edited by David Bussell. Spot something out of date? Tell us.