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RTC’s resource library is the nation’s foremost curation of timely research, articles and cutting-edge resources for the trails, walking and bicycling movement.

This free and ever-expanding collection of materials covers the latest, timely topics within equitable trail development and advocacy to engagement and promoting trail use.

How to Use This Library

To find relevant resources: 1) Fill in a search term in the field below; 2) Customize your results using the options provided; 3) Hit the “Search” button.

  • Published By: Choose to search all authors or just RTC-published materials.
  • Resource Type: Narrow your search to a specific type of document.
  • State and Tag: Use to narrow your geographic location and subject matter.
  • Popular: View webinars | View state policy examples


Policy
Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) Letter To Congress
May 12, 2026
Tags: Policy Policy
Benefits of Trails
Webinar – Trails as Social Infrastructure: Practical Strategies to Build Connection in a Disconnected World
April 23, 2026
Tags: Active Transportation Art Benefits of Trails Building Trails Case Studies Community Events Design Events/Programming/Marketing Health Health and Wellness Local Organizing Trail Projects Trail Use Tips Trail-oriented development Transportation and Health Urban Pathways Using Trails Walkability and Bikeability
Trail Planning
The Right Path: A Trail-Oriented Development Primer
April 20, 2026
Tags: Building Trails Economic Impact Texas Trail Businesses Trail Communities Trail Planning Trail Promotion Trail-oriented development Trail-Oriented Development
Policy
Webinar – Federal Transportation Bill: What It Means for You and How You Can Make an Impact
April 13, 2026
Tags: Active Transportation Advocacy Federal Funding funding Policy Policy Policy/Advocacy Taking Action Threats to Trail Building
Trail Planning
Micromobility Devices on Multiuse Trails
April 01, 2026
Tags: ebike Mode Shift Motorized Use Trail Management Trail Planning
Active transportation - E-scooter user on D.C.'s Metropolitan Branch Trail | Photo by India Kea
Trail Planning
SACOG Regional Trails Implementation Study
April 01, 2026
Tags: Active Transportation Building Trails California Connected Systems Cross-Sector Collaboration Plan Trail Planning Working with Regional Planning Organizations
Trail Promotion
Trail Impact Business Survey
March 30, 2026
Tags: Economic Impact Trail Promotion Trail User Surveys and Counting
Policy
Webinar – Leveraging Unobligated Funding: How to Fund Your Trail with Unspent Federal Funding
March 19, 2026
Tags: Active Transportation Advocacy Funding funding Government Agencies Policy Policy Policy/Advocacy Trail Projects
Trail Planning
Webinar—Celebrating Trails for People with Intellectual Disabilities: Programming, Accessibility and Sensory Guidance from Special Olympics Athletes and Programs
March 05, 2026
Tags: Accessibility Accessibility Celebrate Trails Day Community Events Encouraging Trail Use Equitable Practices in Trail Planning Events/Programming/Marketing Local Organizing People with Disabilities Trail Planning Using Trails
Advocacy
WEBINAR – Celebrate Trails Day Training: How to Engage in a Day of Joy and Action | Changemaker Series
February 27, 2026
Tags: Advocacy Community Events Events/Programming/Marketing How-to Local Organizing Outreach Plan Policy Policy/Advocacy Taking Action
Abandonment stock image - Photo courtesy Getty Images

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