BEATING TRAFFIC: For bicycle riders tired of...

BEATING TRAFFIC: For bicycle riders tired of dodging cars, a growing number are taking advantage of bike trails that run several miles long and span several cities. . . . “These trails are great for casual riders; they’re long and usually scenic,” says Don Harvey of the Orange County Wheelmen. But accidents can happen, he cautions: the trails are also used by joggers and skaters.

Bicycle Trails

The five longest bike paths in Orange County, in miles: Santa Ana River Bike Trail: 30.6 miles Del Obispo Bikeway: 17.2 miles Mission Viejo Bikeway: 16.6 miles Aliso Creek Trail: 15.6 miles Newport Beach Strand: 13.8 miles Source: Bicycle Rides: Los Angeles and Orange counties