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5th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail | Photo by Mariah Miranda Photography

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Warrior Expeditions 2026 Great American Rail-Trail ride kick off at the Capitol | Photo by Cedric Craig
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Veterans Embark on Cross-Country Trek on the Great American Rail-Trail, Elevating Importance of Outdoor Infrastructure to Nationโ€™s Health
May 21, 2026

Join veterans as they embark on the Great American Rail-Trail. Discover their journey across America and its significance.

Active Transportation - California's Richmond Greenway | Photo by R.D. Lopez
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BUILD America 250 Act Poses Challenges for Americaโ€™s Active Transportation Future
May 18, 2026

The BUILD America 250 Act poses challenges for active transportation infrastructure despite protecting existing programs.

Chadron, Nebraska | Photo by Jesse Poore
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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.

Clean up on 2025 Celebrate Trails Day in Union County, NJ | Photo by Upendra Sapkota
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Five Reasons to Get Outside and Celebrate Trails This Spring
March 26, 2026

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

Walker and bicyclist on New Hampshire's Derry Rail Trail | Photo Courtesy Derry Rail Trail Alliance
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Advocates Confirm Derry Rail Trail Tunnel Will Be Built
February 10, 2026

Derry Rail Trail Tunnel Settlement Reached With New Hampshire Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration.

Active Transportation - California's Ohlone Greenway | Photo by Sergio Ruiz
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Over 1,000 Organizations Come Together With a Clear Message for Congress: Walking and Biking Infrastructure Is Essential
February 02, 2026

Today, the nationโ€™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.

Active Transportation - West Virginia's Caperton Rail Trail | Photo by Renee Rosensteel
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Rails to Trails Conservancy Launches New Program to Strengthen Community Safety, Health and Economic Opportunities
January 15, 2026

RTCโ€™s TrailNation Accelerator designed to build capacity among rural and small-town communities to further develop trail networks.

Progress on the Great American Rail-Trail- The difference a national vision makes
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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.

2025 Rail-Trail Champion Kay Ehas, Groundwork Jacksonville
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Rails to Trails Conservancy Honors Groundwork Jacksonvilleโ€™s Kay Ehas as the Nationโ€™s 2025 Trail Champion
December 11, 2025

Groundwork Jacksonvilleโ€™s Kay Ehas is RTC’s 2025 Rail-Trail Champion for her community-driven approach in developing the Emerald Trail.

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Ohio's Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail | Photo by Jason Cohn
Ohio’s Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail | Photo by Jason Cohn

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