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A Trail That Connects The Country

The Great American Rail-Trail^® is the nation’s first cross-country multiuse trail, stretching more than 3,700 miles between Washington, D.C., and Washington State.
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At Rails to Trails Conservancy, we reimagine public spaces to create safe ways for everyone to walk, bike and be active outdoors.
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Since 1986, RTC has worked to bring the power of trails to more communities across the country, serving as the national voice for the rail-trail movement.
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RTC’s Strategic Priorities

We’re working to ensure that trails and trail networks are prioritized as essential for people and places.

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Focus Term: People with Disabilities

Webinar—Celebrating Trails for People with Intellectual Disabilities: Programming, Accessibility and Sensory Guidance from Special Olympics Athletes and Programs

March 05, 2026

The team at Rails to Trails Conservancy is thrilled to partner with Special Olympics for a Celebrate Trails Day session focused on strategies for creating outdoor spaces that foster inclusive opportunities for physical activity, recreation, and everyday life. This webinar explored strategies to engage people with and without intellectual disabilities (ID) in trail programming, strategies […]