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Veterans Embark on Cross-Country Trek on the Great American Rail-Trail, Elevating Importance of Outdoor Infrastructure to Nation’s Health
May 12, 2026

Join veterans on the Great American Rail-Trail as they embark on a transformative journey across America on May 21.

Warrior Expeditions in Washington, DC | Photo by Albert Ting
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Progress on Iconic Great American Rail-Trail Demonstrates Continued Momentum and National Pride
May 08, 2026

The 7th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail marked by new trail development in Ohio, Indiana, Nebraska, Wyoming and Washington State.

Chadron, Nebraska | Photo by Jesse Poore
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Five Amtrak Stations Along the Great American Rail-Trail
March 10, 2026

Explore Amtrak stations along the Great American Rail-Trail for a seamless adventure connecting trains and trails.

Washington, D.C.'s Union Station interior | Photo by Ashley Stimpson
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Trails Movement Wrapped: A Review of 2025’s Big Moments
December 22, 2025

Explore the 2025 big moments for the trails movement, highlighting wins, challenges, and community connections across America.

2025 Celebrate Trails Day trash clean up event in Union County, NJ | Photo by Upendra Sapkota
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2025 Progress on Great American Rail-Trail Builds with New Miles and $30 Million in New Funding
December 22, 2025

Progress on Great American Rail-Trail builds with new miles and $30 Million in new funding in 2025, and the route is nearly 56% complete.

Progress on the Great American Rail-Trail- The difference a national vision makes
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Uncommon Accommodations: The Cutest, Quaintest and Quirkiest Stays Along the Great Allegheny Passage
December 11, 2025
Bicyclist on trestle bridge along the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP, gaptrail.org) | Photo by Ashley Stimpson
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Trail Moments: Healing Through Nature Along Rail-Trails
November 06, 2025

We are raising awareness for the need for accessible trails for the disabled, and rail-trails are ideal for connecting all abilities.

Photo courtesy Cindy Ross
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A Nebraska Legacy: Examining the Cowboy Trail’s Impact Across Three Decades
October 07, 2025

Michael and Pam Swanson and Ashley Schafer take in the view from the longest of 221 bridges along Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail.

Trestle on Nebraska's Cowboy Trail | Photo by Jonathan Egan
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Idaho’s Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes: July 2025 Trail of the Month
July 10, 2025
Bicyclists approaching the Chatcolet Bridge on Idaho's Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes | Photo by Glenn Zinkus
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Trail Moments | A Mental and Physical Journey Along the Great American Rail-Trail
June 09, 2025

Biking is a way to balance the turmoil in my life, a way for me to get away and let my problems go temporarily. My last drink was 8 years ago.

Pacific Ocean view in La Push, Washington | Photo by Craig Martin
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