These stories have me questioning one of my bike routes that I take. Its a rails to trails blacktop trail, yellow stripe down the middle, mileage markers, signage when crossing vehicle roads, etc. Its hard to think that it is not a public space. But it also butts up against plenty of private properties, a few of which are noted as such. I've never considered venturing off of the trail and onto someone's domain. But, who knows, I have two wheels and a brightly colored bike helmet, so that might scare someone. And I would have no chance to defend myself, I'm only packing a water bottle, phone, and earbuds.