Executive Summary THE GREAT AMERICAN RAIL-TRAIL VISION Imagine pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and scenic pathway—or walking a local trail that connects you to historic routes from across the country. You’re enthralled in the experience of exploring America’s heritage—its potential, its beauty and bounty, its people and places. Consider the intimacy […]

Explore the role of Sacajawea in the Lewis and Clark Expedition and her impact on the Louisiana Purchase journey.

Explore the best rail-trails across the United States and discover hidden gems that enhance community and nature experiences.

RTC’s TrailNation Accelerator designed to build capacity among rural and small-town communities to further develop trail networks.

Get a sneak peek of the Great American Rail-Trail guidebook of the nation’s first cross-country trail between DC and Washington state.

We share just a taste of the unique foods you’ll find along Great American Rail-Trail® between Washington, D.C., and Washington State.

Executive Summary The Great American Rail-Trail Vision Imagine pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and scenic pathway—or walking a local trail that connects you to historic routes from across the country. You’re enthralled in the experience of exploring America’s heritage—its potential, its beauty and bounty, its people and places. Consider the intimacy […]

On Celebrate Trails Day, Rails to Trails Conservancy calls on America to go for a walk, run or bike ride in a demonstration of the joy and impact trails bring to the nation

Discover Cas Marburger’s Missoula Montana outdoor trails experience on the Milwaukee Trail, explore Missoula’s scenic trails.

We applaud the new 2024 rail-trails that have made their debuts this year, joining more than 2,400 others already across America.