Bicycle Highway-Access Laws in West Virginia
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The rule
Bicycles are prohibited on Interstate highways in West Virginia. Bicycles are prohibited on Interstate and other controlled-access highways in West Virginia under WVDOH policy and the limited-access framework in WV Code Chapter 17. I-64, I-68, I-70, I-77, I-79 and I-81 are signed closed; cyclists must route on parallel US and state routes.
What this means in practice
Stick to surface streets, US routes, state highways, and dedicated paths. If your route in West Virginia appears to use an Interstate, plan a detour before you start.
Bigger roads, longer rides
Size a road bike for shoulders, group rides, and rural highways
Highway-access and group-riding rules favour riders who can hold a straight line at speed. Start with a frame that fits.
See the road sizing guide