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Top 10 Trails in Oregon
August 04, 2021

Oregon is rich in diverse natural beauty—and there’s no better way to experience the state than on trails in Oregon.

Oregon's Astoria Riverwalk | Photo by TrailLink user dabiker
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Despite Earlier Fears, the State of State Trail Funding Looks Strong
August 03, 2021

As of the summer of 2021, the state of trails in the states is much stronger than we anticipated.

Indianapolis Cultural Trail | Photo by Indiana Cultural Trail, Inc.
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What’s Ahead for the Movement to Create Safe Outdoor Space in Every Neighborhood
August 01, 2021

An analysis of 31 trail counters for the week of March 16–22 found a nationwide trail usage increase of nearly 200% from that same week in 2019.

42nd Street Slow Street in Oakland, California | Photo by Ben Kaufman
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Meet the 2022 Rail-Trail Hall of Fame Nominees
July 12, 2021

Picking a winner for the 2022 Rail-Trail Hall of Fame is going to be tough. the choice is in your hands when public voting kicks off on Friday, July 22.

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Massachusetts’ Manhan Rail Trail
July 11, 2021

In the 20 years since its construction, Rosemary Laporte has hardly missed a day on the Manhan Rail Trail, a paved 6-mile route across Easthampton in western Massachusetts. Rain or shine, she starts her day around 6 a.m. with a leisurely stroll along the beloved trail. Most days, she walks with a friend.

Massachusetts' Manhan Rail Trail mural | Photo by Wendy Hammerle
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Michigan Trail System Makes Connections From Lake to Shining Lake
July 03, 2021

By summer 2022, the Michigan Air Line Trail will complete the final 2.5 miles of its 8-mile total, and enthusiasm among Wixom’s residents and business owners is high. But even more exciting than the trail’s completion is the news that the route will join the larger Great Lake-to-Lake Trails network. Because now, rather than merely attracting Detroiters, Wixom will be able to advertise itself to cross-state roadtrippers.

Michigan's Kal Haven Trail on the Great Lake-to-Lake Trails Route 1 in South Haven | Photo by C.M. McGuire
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Top 10 Trails in Wyoming
April 29, 2021

Big Wyoming offers some of the most scenic views in the country, many of which can be found in the state’s two beloved national parks: Grand Teton and Yellowstone.

Wyoming's Platte River Trail | Photo by Traillink user kellywheeler
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Trail Moments with Four Baltimore Trail Advocates
April 26, 2021

Hear from four Baltimore trail advocates to learn what the trail network means to them and for their community.

Graphic by RTC
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RAISE Funds for Your Trail and Active Transportation Network
April 21, 2021

Since the program was created in 2009, USDOT has awarded nearly $9 billion in RAISE funds addressing all modes of transportation.

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Top 10 Trails in Virginia
April 19, 2021

The Old Dominion is truly a Commonwealth—of trails, that is, with some 49 connecting some of the country’s most renowned geographic and cultural landmarks.

Virginia Creeper Trail | Photo by Anthony Le