This is a crucial moment for the walking, biking and trails movement, and through our collective advocacy, we can ensure that trails have the robust support and funding they need to remain safe and vibrant pillars of our community! During this training, RTC panelists discussed how recent federal decisions could affect the way trails are […]

Trail-oriented Development (TrOD) is a planning approach that clusters residential and commercial spaces around trails, creating walkable, human-scaled environments designed for active transportation, recreation, and business growth. Central Indiana features a growing network of trails, including the Monon Trail and Fall Creek Trail, with vibrant areas like Broad Ripple and Carmel Midtown successfully embracing TrOD […]

Passing through Indianapolis, Carmel, Westfield and Sheridan, Indiana’s Monon Trail is a commuter super-highway and a linear park for families.

Discover Maine’s vision for an interconnected trail network. Learn how communities and organizations are working to connect scenic rail-trails

The Role of Trail Networks In communities across the country, trail networks promote equitable access to safe spaces where everyone can walk, bike, and be active outside. They strengthen local economies and enhance regional competitiveness, attracting and retaining businesses and talent by improving quality of life, creating active transportation options, and supporting sustainable development. Rails […]

Stretching for 45 miles in Northern Virginia—the W&OD Trail has been a mainstay for millions of people over five decades.

Georgia’s Firefly Trail is a planned 39-mile route is steadily realized with “model mile” sections that demonstrate the pathway’s potential.

Pennsylvania’s Armstrong Trails is a 52.5-mile route—connecting more than a dozen communities in Armstrong, Clarion and Westmoreland counties.

RTC marked 5th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail alongside Warrior Expeditions, REI Co-op, members of Congress and state officials.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY THE GREAT AMERICAN RAIL-TRAIL VISION Imagine pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and scenic pathway—or walking a local trail that connects you to historic routes from coast to coast. You’re enthralled in the experience of exploring America’s heritage—its potential, its beauty and bounty, its people and places. Consider the intimacy […]