Get There By Foot!

Walking is an ideal way to go to nearby locations or bus stops

Resources and Information

  • Safety tips, signals, and more
  • Tips for pedestrians and drivers

Resources, Advocacy and Education

  • Walking guides and maps
  • Pedestrian safety

Tips

  • Cross streets when signaled, using cross walks and crossing alerts when available.
  • Use lights or wear reflective gear when walking in low light or precipitation.
  • Walk against traffic when there is a lack of pedestrian ways, to see and be seen by drivers.

Walkable Routes

  • Check out the best walking routes to your next destination using google maps 
  • Check out a local walking map for a 1 mile excursions in the Ithaca area
  • Check out walkable trails in the Ithaca area on ithacatrails.org

Support

For support with walking or pedestrian safety, email hello@bikewalktompkins.org

See and Be Seen!

Get more familiar with how to walk safely with pedestrian safety videos.

Accessibility

Walking may not be accessible to all abilities or distances.

People with disabilities who could benefit from using a mobility device can  ask FLIC for support.

Find other Accessible Ways

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Benefits of Walking

Walking is great for the environment. Help Tompkins County reduce carbon emissions with every trip you take by foot.  Walking can also save you money while improving your health. Go further when you combine walking with riding the bus, biking, or carpooling.

Compare the Benefits of Going Green

Discounts & Rewards

Get rewards for walking more often. Sign up for FREE or discounted incentives with Go Ithaca.

Discounts include coupons for footwear and other gear.

Explore Incentives for all modes