Financing Available: Text APPLY to 57597 and search for Lets Roll
Lancaster: (717) 490-3194
Marietta: (717) 380-2203
Financing Available: Text APPLY to 57597 and search for Lets Roll
Lancaster: (717) 490-3194
Marietta: (717) 380-2203
Discover the Schuylkill River Trail, Reading’s canal heritage, and Berks County’s growing trail network with Let’s Roll EBikes.
Berks County is one of the closest major e-bike destinations to Let’s Roll EBikes, just 30 minutes north of Lancaster via Route 222 or 501. The county anchors one of Pennsylvania’s most important trail corridors: the Schuylkill River Trail runs right through the heart of Reading, offering miles of riverside riding in both directions. Add Nolde Forest, the Exeter Trail, and a growing network of connecting paths and Berks County delivers outstanding riding with an authentic, working-class Pennsylvania character.
Reading’s network connects to Lebanon and Harrisburg trails to the west via the Union Canal Trail, and east toward Philadelphia via the Schuylkill River Trail. Berks County riders are in the middle of it all, and Let’s Roll EBikes is right next door.
The Schuylkill River Trail passes directly through Reading on its 130-mile journey from Philadelphia to Pottsville. The Berks County segment offers excellent riverside riding along the Schuylkill canal corridor, one of the longest and most historically significant industrial waterways in America.
Trail Highlights:
• Paved riverside trail through Reading’s historic canal district
• Connection east toward Pottstown, Phoenixville, and Philadelphia
• Connection west toward Pottsville through the upper Schuylkill Valley
• Historic canal locks and industrial heritage along the route
• Waterfront park access and picnic areas throughout Reading
E-Bike Advantage:
Cover the full Berks County segment and extend east toward Pottstown, a 30-plus mile round trip, with battery power to spare. The Schuylkill corridor’s gentle grades and smooth surface make it one of the easiest long-distance trail days in the region.
The Union Canal Trail follows the historic 18th-century canal bed from Reading westward through Lebanon County toward Hershey. This rail-trail corridor passes through rolling farmland and small boroughs with the quiet, unhurried character of central Pennsylvania’s interior.
Trail Highlights:
• Historic canal towpath converted to rail-trail from Reading toward Lebanon
• Connection to Lebanon County trails and eventually the Swatara Trail toward Hershey
• Small borough stops at Myerstown, Womelsdorf, and Lebanon
• Flat to gently rolling terrain ideal for e-bikes at any assist level
• Wildlife-rich corridor through Berks and Lebanon County farmland
E-Bike Advantage:
The Union Canal Trail’s gentle grades and long straight stretches are great for sustained e-bike riding. Cover the full corridor from Reading to Lebanon and back, 60-plus miles, in a single day outing.
Nolde Forest State Environmental Education Center in Robeson Township offers 8 miles of natural surface trails through dense mixed forest. It’s one of the most serene natural riding environments in the Lancaster-Reading corridor.
Trail Highlights:
• 8 miles of natural surface trails through Nolde Forest’s managed woodland
• Loop trails of varying difficulty through quiet, canopied forest
• Year-round access with snowshoe trails in winter
• Less crowded than regional rail-trails, a peaceful alternative
• Wildlife viewing including white-tailed deer, foxes, and woodland birds
E-Bike Advantage:
Nolde Forest’s natural surface trails shine on a gravel or fat-tire e-bike. Pedal assist makes the rolling forest grades easy, letting you focus on the atmosphere rather than the exertion.
French Creek State Park near Elverson in southwestern Berks County offers 35 miles of challenging natural surface trails plus multiple lakes for fishing and swimming. The park’s rugged terrain makes it one of the finest mountain biking destinations in the Reading area.
Trail Highlights:
• 35 miles of natural surface trails including challenging singletrack
• Two beautiful lakes: Hopewell Lake and Scotts Run Lake
• Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site adjacent to the park
• Primitive camping and a full-facility campground
• Connection to the Chester County trail network to the south
E-Bike Advantage:
French Creek’s challenging terrain is where a full-suspension e-bike pays dividends. Pedal assist keeps you exploring the full 35-mile network rather than walking your bike up the steeper sections.
This developing trail in Exeter Township near Reading connects residential neighborhoods to parks and natural areas along the Schuylkill River corridor. It’s part of Berks County’s broader trail expansion and represents a growing local commitment to non-motorized transportation.
Trail Highlights:
• Paved trail connecting Exeter Township parks and neighborhoods
• Schuylkill River access points along the corridor
• Family-friendly flat terrain near the Exeter Commons area
• Connection opportunities to the main Schuylkill River Trail
• Growing network with future extensions planned
E-Bike Advantage:
The Exeter Trail’s flat, paved character makes it an excellent starting point for newer e-bike riders or families. Combine it with the main Schuylkill River Trail for extended adventures that take full advantage of your bike’s range.
Berks County’s mix of riverside rail-trails, canal corridors, and rugged state park singletrack calls for a versatile e-bike. These are the models our Berks County customers come back for.
Best for: River trail rides
Comfortable and smooth for long Schuylkill River Trail sessions and Union Canal runs.
Best for: Mixed terrain
Handles French Creek’s challenging trails and smooth river paths with confidence.
Best for: Lightweight riders
Nimble and refined for Reading’s urban trails and canal corridor riding.
Best for: Off-road
Purpose-built for French Creek’s singletrack and challenging natural surface terrain.
Berks County’s four seasons each bring something different to the trails. Here is when to ride and what to expect through the year.
The Schuylkill River Trail blooms beautifully in April. Migrating warblers fill the canal corridor and temperatures are perfect for all-day trail riding.
Early morning rides along the Schuylkill are stunning. The canal’s shade canopy keeps temperatures manageable. French Creek’s lakes make perfect mid-ride swimming stops.
Nolde Forest and French Creek turn spectacular in October. Berks County’s rolling terrain and mixed hardwood forests rival any fall riding destination in the state.
Reading’s Schuylkill River Trail stays accessible year-round. Winter riding offers peaceful, crowd-free conditions on one of Pennsylvania’s finest trail corridors.
Let’s Roll EBikes serves riders throughout Berks County, including Reading, Wyomissing, Exeter, Shillington, Sinking Spring, Birdsboro, Mohnton, Boyertown, Kutztown, Fleetwood, Hamburg, Virginville, Womelsdorf, Robesonia, and surrounding townships.
Berks County riders are just 30 minutes from Let’s Roll EBikes, closer than most people realize. Our Lancaster team knows the Schuylkill River Trail, Union Canal, and Berks County’s riding conditions thoroughly. Come in for a test ride and find the right e-bike for your favorite routes.
Drive time from Let’s Roll EBikes: Just 30 minutes via Route 222