Here is a sampling of some of the unique urban experiences along the Great American Rail-Trail, a cross country trail.

Between the fascinating railroad history and the stellar Lake Mead views, the Historic Railroad Trail in southern Nevada in Clark County packs quite a punch into its 3.7-mile route.

Here’s our developing list of (currently) 28 of the most unique trailside attractions in America. Fun fact: Many of the trails featured fall within the footprint of the Great American Rail-Trail

Ohio’s Little Beaver Creek Greenway is a 12.5 miles trail for walking, bicycling, inline skating and cross-country skiing.

The 3.2-mile Tacony Creek Trail, paved and smooth as a river stone, flows along the waterway under the hush of tall old-growth trees.

As an impassioned storyteller, author, cultural geographer and educator, Carolyn Finney, Ph.D., speaks to dozens of audiences each year on the intersection of environment and diversity.

The 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) in Southwestern Pennsylvania and Western Maryland is a premier rail-trail destination.

Montana’s Milwaukee Road Rail-Trail is a 4.5 mile rail-trail in Silver Bow county for walking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

Discover the impact of Rail-Trail Clean-up Projects on local wildlife habitats and community recreation initiatives.

Just as trails physically knit together communities and strengthen bodies, books have the power to connect individuals and strengthen minds. Celebrate World Book Day (March), National Library Week (April) and Book Lovers Day (August) with a trip down these literary-themed trails.