E-Bike Shuttle Policies in 2026: Who Takes Them and Who Doesn't
E-bike policies vary wildly between shuttle operators, and some have changed their stance this season. Here's the current state across major destinations.
The Landscape
E-bike adoption in mountain biking keeps climbing, but shuttle operators haven't settled on a uniform policy. It comes down to weight. A typical e-MTB weighs 50-55 lbs versus 30-35 for an acoustic bike, and that matters when you're loading 8 bikes into a van and driving up a dirt road.
Where Things Stand
Moab
Mixed bag. Coyote Shuttle takes Class 1 e-bikes on the Raptor Route and Mag 7 runs (per the 2025 BLM policy update). Moab Cyclery Shuttle also accepts Class 1 on select routes, though you'll want to call to confirm. Whole Enchilada Shuttle, Hazard County Shuttle, and Big Rack Shuttle all say no to e-bikes. Bring an e-MTB to Moab and your shuttle options are limited.
Park City
Park City Mountain will not load an e-bike on its lifts unless the bike carries a Park City courtesy tag, which the city issues only to riders 65 and older or with a mobility disability. Park City also bans e-bikes on most singletrack, with a Class 1 exception for those same riders, and allows them on paved paths and soft-surface trails wider than five feet. Deer Valley allows its own rental e-bikes on all of its trails, so check with the resort about a bike you bring. Check current rules before you travel with an e-MTB.
Sedona
Over the Edge Sedona Shuttle takes e-bikes, Class 1 on most Forest Service trails. Confirm the current policy when you book, since USFS rules can shift. Trail access is the bigger question in Sedona: Forest Service e-bike rules vary by trail.
Bentonville
Not much of a shuttle market, since most trails are pedal-accessible. Both Shore Line Shuttle and Shuttle Hound accept e-bikes.
What to Do
1. Always mention your e-bike when booking. Don't show up and surprise them.
2. Ask about weight limits. Some operators cap at 55 lbs.
3. Battery policy: Some shuttles want the battery removed during transport. Bring the key.
4. Check trail access separately. A shuttle hauling your e-bike to the top doesn't mean you're cleared to ride the trail down. That's especially relevant on USFS land.
Frequently asked questions
›Which Moab shuttles take e-bikes?
Coyote Shuttle takes Class 1 e-bikes on the Raptor Route and Mag 7 runs (per the 2025 BLM policy update). Moab Cyclery Shuttle accepts Class 1 on select routes, so call to confirm. Whole Enchilada Shuttle, Hazard County Shuttle and Big Rack Shuttle all say no to e-bikes.
›Can I bring an e-bike on a shuttle in Sedona or Bentonville?
Over the Edge Sedona Shuttle takes e-bikes, Class 1 on most Forest Service trails, but confirm when you book. In Bentonville, both Shore Line Shuttle and Shuttle Hound accept e-bikes.
›Why do shuttle e-bike policies vary?
It comes down to weight. A typical e-MTB weighs 50 to 55 lbs versus 30 to 35 for an acoustic bike, which matters when loading 8 bikes into a van and driving up a dirt road.
›What should I do before booking a shuttle with an e-bike?
Mention the e-bike when you book, ask about weight limits (some operators cap at 55 lbs), and ask whether the battery must be removed for transport. Check trail access separately, because a shuttle hauling your bike to the top does not mean you are cleared to ride the trail down.
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