E-scooter users and cyclists risk Dh300 fine on Dubai's Kite Beach

New signs erected to remind two-wheelers to stay off the jogging track and boardwalk

A cyclist on Dubai's Kite Beach where signs have been erected warning of fines for cyclists and e-scooter users using the jogging track. Chris Whiteoak / The National

A sign on Dubai's Kite Beach warning people they will be fined if using a bike or a scooter on the jogging track. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Damage to the jogging path on Dubai's Kite Beach. Chris Whiteoak / The National

The jogging path on Dubai's Kite Beach is showing signs of damage. Chris Whiteoak / The National

E-scooters may be used legally in only five areas of Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National

E-scooter riders are a common sight along the Corniche bicycle pathway in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

A lady rides her e-scooter to work in the morning along the Corniche in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

Visitors to Dubai's Kite Beach risk fines of Dh300 if they use bicycles or e-scooters on the jogging track and boardwalk.

Signs at the popular seaside destination inform people of the possible fines they could incur.

The move came after authorities in the emirate confirmed the use of e-scooters was banned in public parks.

There are only five locations in Dubai that officially allow the use of electric devices, as the government carries out a year-long trial to assess their safety.

The designated e-scooter areas are Downtown Dubai’s Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai Internet City, 2nd of December Street, Al Rigga and Jumeirah Lakes Towers.

The use of e-scooters anywhere else in Dubai is strictly forbidden by the authorities and can lead to offenders being stopped by police.