After an e-scooter wave hit Columbus a few years ago, a lot has changed with the rules. Though they are convenient, e-scooters can’t be driven in all parts of the city — so today, we’re looking at where in Columbus it’s best to use an e-scooter, and where you should opt for a CoGo bike.
As always, we encourage proper safety when it comes to using these alternative transportation methods, which can be found for both e-scooters + bikes on the city’s website.
🛴 Scooter selection
📍 Short North
If you drive down Neil Avenue and notice a row of parked e-scooters, that’s likely because e-scooters are banned along High Street in the Short North. The ban stretches from 5th Avenue to Goodale Street.
Our recommendation: Bike. Three CoGo stations can be found here — High Street and Hubbard Street; High Street and 2nd Avenue; and High Street and Russell Street. 🚲
📍 Downtown
With three CoGo stations + few e-scooter limitations, you have options when getting around downtown. The only restriction in the area is the Scioto Mile where e-scooters are banned.
Our recommendation: E-scooters are easily found here and can be easily parked — just stay clear of the Scioto Mile. 🛴
📍 Local parks
While e-scooters are banned at Goodale Park, Schiller Park, and Franklin Park, you’ll find CoGo bike pick-up + parking at all three parks.
Our recommendation: Bike, using this map from CoGo to plan your next trip. 🚲
