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5th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail | Photo by Mariah Miranda Photography
Rails to Trails Conservancy is the nation’s largest trails organization—with a grassroots community more than 1 million strong—dedicated to building a nation connected by trails, reimagining public spaces to create safe ways for everyone to walk, bike and be active outdoors. RTC’s flagship initiatives, the Great American Rail-Trail®, TrailNation™, and TrailLink make possible a future where trails connect everyone, everywhere by advocating, building infrastructure, securing investments, and telling the story of America’s trails. Connect with RTC at railstotrails.org and @railstotrails on social media. Use TrailLink, RTC’s trail-finder website and app, to get maps, guides, photos, reviews and navigation for more than 40,000 miles of multiuse trails.
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Virginia’s Mount Vernon Trail Receives Rails to Trails Conservancy’s Top Honor, Named 2026 Hall of Fame Trail
Virginia’s Mount Vernon Trail named 2026 Hall of Fame Trail celebrates community impact and historical significance in America.
America 250 Celebration Rallies Around Veterans Trekking the Great American Rail-Trail
Join the inspirational journey of veterans trekking the Great American Rail-Trail, promoting healing through biking and nature.
Veterans Embark on Cross-Country Trek on the Great American Rail-Trail, Elevating Importance of Outdoor Infrastructure to Nation’s Health
Join veterans as they embark on the Great American Rail-Trail. Discover their journey across America and its significance.
BUILD America 250 Act Poses Challenges for America’s Active Transportation Future
The BUILD America 250 Act poses challenges for active transportation infrastructure despite protecting existing programs.
Progress on Iconic Great American Rail-Trail Demonstrates Continued Momentum and National Pride
The 7th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail marked by new trail development in Ohio, Indiana, Nebraska, Wyoming and Washington State.
Five Reasons to Get Outside and Celebrate Trails This Spring
On Celebrate Trails Day, Rails to Trails Conservancy marks 40 years of impact, calling on Americans to lift up the ways that trails are essential infrastructure in our communities
Advocates Confirm Derry Rail Trail Tunnel Will Be Built
Derry Rail Trail Tunnel Settlement Reached With New Hampshire Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration.
Over 1,000 Organizations Come Together With a Clear Message for Congress: Walking and Biking Infrastructure Is Essential
Today, the nation’s leading advocacy organizations for trails, walking and bicycling sent a letter to Congressional leaders with a clear message: Walking and biking infrastructure is essential to communities nationwide.
Rails to Trails Conservancy Launches New Program to Strengthen Community Safety, Health and Economic Opportunities
RTC’s TrailNation Accelerator designed to build capacity among rural and small-town communities to further develop trail networks.
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