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Top 10 Trails in Hawai‘i
December 14, 2021

The six main islands offer trails in Hawaii and parks that allow you to explore the state’s variety of landscapes, history and rich culture.

Hawaii's Ke Ala Hele Makalae | Photo by Kevin Clark
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Breaking News: The Rock Island Trail Is On Track to Be Game-Changer for Missouri
December 14, 2021

The State of Missouri announced that they have officially railbanked the 144-mile Rock Island Railroad corridor.

Graphic by RTC, photo courtesy Missouri Rock Island Trail Inc.
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Here Are Six Reasons Rails-to-Trails Is Celebrating This Year
December 10, 2021

A year of positive momentum. That’s how we’d describe 2021, which—despite many challenges and much uncertainty—still came with so much hope and progress for trails and those who made them happen.

White River State Trail, part of the Route of the Badger trail network | Photo by TrailLink user lkgatu
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Top 10 Trails in Nevada
December 09, 2021

Trails in Nevada provide opportunities to easily navigate through the urban footprint ultimately finding peace in the wide-open spaces.

Nevada's Historic Railroad Trail | Photo by Traillink User gayinspandex
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Utah’s Jordan River Parkway Trail
December 06, 2021

The Jordan River Parkway Trail cuts a nearly 50-mile path through Utah’s most densely populated region, traversing portions of Salt Lake City.

Jordan River Parkway Trail | Photo by TrailLink user trailrider622
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Trail Moments | Native Women Running Founder Verna Volker Gets a Running Start on Social Change
December 06, 2021

In Minneapolis, I noticed that there was a really good trail and park system, so I saw people running a lot and thought, ‘I should try that.’

Verna Volker | Photo by Jaylyn Gough, courtesy Hoka One One
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Top 10 Trails in Washington, DC
December 02, 2021

D.C. has a lot treasures to discover including its rail-trails and multiuse pathways. Check out our favorite trails in Washington, DC.

Washington, D.C.'s Metropolitan Branch Trail | Photo by India Kea
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Top 10 Trails in Massachusetts
December 02, 2021

Massachusetts is teeming with rail-trails and railroad history. Its 93 multiuse trails totaling 461 miles draw visitors to every corner of the state.

Massachusetts' Mass Central Rail Trail | Milo Bateman
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Inaugural WV TRAIL Conference Energizes Mass Effort for Statewide Trails Movement
November 23, 2021

Local and national trail advocates gathered virtually for the inaugural WV TRAIL Conference, Nov. 16–18, 2021.

As part of the conference program, longtime West Virginia trail advocates Peggy Pings, Ella Belling and Amanda Pitzer celebrate Ella’s recognition as a leader of trail advocacy on the Mon River Rail-Trail System in Morgantown. | Photo courtesy Amanda Pitzer
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Top 10 Trails in Kentucky
November 18, 2021

Trails in Kentucky offer an incredible diversity of experiences from the rolling green pastures of Kentucky horse country to mountain hollows.

Kentucky's Big Four Bridge | Photo by TrailLink user karenestepp