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Active Transportation

What is "active transportation"?

 

As defined by the Department of Energy, active transportation is "human-powered mobility, such as biking or walking," and directly replaces motor vehicle miles traveled. With as many as 17% of our residents taking a daily walk to work, Indiana Borough is a community that is committed to making active transportation easier and safer for our residents and visitors.

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On this page, you'll be able to explore our 2022 Active Transportation Plan, and learn about the resources available to our community for activities replacing vehicle dependence. 

"This community values biking, and other alternatively powered ways to move around town. Whether it's for exercise, recreation, or a daily commute, you can find a lot of folks riding two wheels in Indiana."

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 - Former Councilmember Gerald Smith

​Expanding Our Trails

In 2019, we partnered with Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana County Office of Planning & Development and White Township to extend the Hoodlebug Trail and connect our downtown area, providing local riders with an easy way to move around town and access to a regional trail network.

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Promoting Active Transportation
Indiana Borough's active BikePed Committee meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month, from 5:30 - 6:30 PM to discuss ways to improve transportation access and safety. Interested in joining? Feel free to reach out via email or on our Facebook page!

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Community Events & Programs
Cycling events and programs are a regular feature in our community, including weekly rides from Indiana Cycling Center. The group meets on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays March - October. We also host a Bike To School & Work Day coordinated with help from our Police Department.

 

WalkWorks: Walk your way to fitness

This program, aimed at increasing opportunities for physical activity, offers fun, fact-filled community-based walking routes led by a group leader. The walking groups have been created through a partnership with the Pennsylvania Health Department, University of Pittsburgh and Indiana County Office of Planning & Development. WalkWorks is currently seeking a Group Leader to lead walks in the borough throughout 2025. Contact Barb Hauge at bhauge@upstreetarchitects.com for additional information.​

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