Over the past several years, these are all ways we’ve described the momentum driving the national movement to connect the nation by trail.

RTC has been focused on building a nation connected by trails, spreading trails across the country to bring new potential to communities.

It has been described as a “tipping point,” “critical mass” and “milestone” achievement. Regardless of what it’s called, there’s no doubt that the proliferation of trail networks around the United States is significant.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) celebrated a 70% increase in funding alongside policy changes that support equity, connectivity and maintenance priorities.

Hal Hiemstra was a pivotal figure in the active transportation movement and served as Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s vice president of national policy in the 1990s.

The Carbon Reduction Program (CRP), which provides $6.4 billion in formula funds over five years, and requires 65% of funds to be suballocated based on population.

After 18 months, learn aboutthe Impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for trails, walking and biking.

USDOT Awards Main Street America $5.9 Million as part of the Thriving Communities Program to help communities across the country

U.S. Department of Transportation budget proposal reinforces importance of trails and active transportation networks to safety.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s analysis finds that 46% of Safe Streets and Roads for All Construction Grants Address the Need for Traffic-Separated Walking and Biking Routes