Explore Nature's Scenic Routes with CATA

Discover. Ride. Explore.  

CATA connects you to the trails you love, with tools that make your transition from Transit to Trails even easier.

New Bus Shelters with Trail-Friendly Amenities

We’ve installed four new bus shelters along key access points near the Lansing River Trail, making it easier than ever to combine biking, walking and public transit. Ride routes 5, 12, 13, 14, 16 and 48 to connect to these shelters that provide:

• Bike repair stations
• Bike racks
• Trash receptacles
• Wayfinding signage

Wayfinding Signs to Guide Your Journey

Newly installed wayfinding signs along the trail make it simple to find the nearest bus shelter, complete with details on available amenities. Whether you're heading out for an adventure or commuting, you can easily navigate between transit and trail. 

Find the nearest bus stop to the trail: 

• View CATA Bus Routes & Schedules 
• Explore the Lansing River Trail Map 
• Transit to Trails Shelter Locations:
  • NBD Grand past Shiawassee St., Stop ID: 1603
    • Served by Routes 12, 13, 14, 16 and 48
  • EBD Saginaw before Cedar St., Stop ID: 5740
    • Served by Route 13
  • EBD North before Washington St., Stop ID: 3789
    • Served by Route 14
  • NBD Cedar past E. Elm St., Stop ID: 1990
    • Served by Route 5

 

Bike-Friendly Public Transit

Bringing your bike along? No problem! Every CATA bus is equipped with bike racks, allowing you to combine cycling with public transportation effortlessly. Have questions about loading your bike onto the bus? Visit the Use Bike Racks & Lockers webpage for detailed instructions. Our busses are wheelchair & stroller friendly, ensuring that everyone can access the trails with CATA.

A Nationwide Vision: Transit to Trails

CATA Transit to Trails is part of a larger movement across the country to improve access to parks, trails and outdoor spaces via public transportation. By linking bus routes with non-motorized trails, we’re making sustainable travel easier, healthier and more accessible. 

We are proud to have received funding through the national Transit to Trails initiative. This project prioritizes underserved neighborhoods, ensuring that everyone in Lansing can enjoy the health and recreational benefits of the Lansing River Trail. 

A Community Partnership for a More Connected Lansing

CATA has partnered with the City of Lansing and Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails to enhance access to Lansing’s incredible trail system. Together, we’re ensuring that public transportation and outdoor recreation go hand in hand for the benefit of all.

Get Involved with Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails