Five years after launch, the Great American Rail-Trail is on its way to fulfilling a cross-country vision. See updates across the route.

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

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.

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.

We gathered up a handful of Trail Moment highlights—we hope they keep you inspired to use trails more often and to keep making #TrailMoments all year long!

The dirt and crushed limestone crunch beneath my step as I continue my walk in the woods. I pause briefly to reflect on why I am here in the first place.

I made the impulsive decision to embark on a journey to walk across the country solo and be the first Deaf man in America to do so.

This inspired me to embark on one of the biggest adventures of my life: a 1,100-mile bike journey from my home in Chicago to New York City in time for Climate Week NYC

When coming up with a plan for my Trail Moments this summer, my intention was to show how to connect with nature both inside and outside of the city of Seattle. First, we visited the Olympic Discovery Trail.