In 2020, Metra, Chicago’s commuter transit system, introduced its very first Bike Car. By the end of 2023, Metra carried an all-time record.

Branching out from Trenton, the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail takes a V-shaped route across central New Jersey.

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

A wintertime trail brings a whole new way to explore such as cross-country ski, snowshoe, fat-tire bike or take a walk through the snow.

I (Ron Griswell) show up in the world as an explorer on a journey to caring more about myself, my community and the environment.

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

Runner Josh Askvig knows he can head to the Missouri Valley Millennium Legacy Trail for a scenic, safe and invigorating winter workout.

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.

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.

In 2023, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Awarded 30 Trail Grants Totaling $348,000 to Support Equitable Trail Development and Community Programs.