Resource Library
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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
Great American Rail-Trail Route Assessment 2025
Webinar – Trail-Oriented Development: How Trails Create Connected Communities
Mid-South Regional Resilience Master Plan
Trails as Resilient Infrastructure
When Disaster Strikes: The Role of Trails in Planning and Recovery
Central Indiana Trail-Oriented Development Study
Building Collaborative Relationships: Bridging the Gap Between Planning and Advocacy
Webinar – Working With Railroads Part 2: RTC Expert Q&A
Webinar – Working With Railroads Part 1: Productive Partnerships for Successful Projects
Valuation of Railroad Right of Way
Professional & Advocates
We work with thousands of organizations, public agencies, local and state governments, and institutions to deliver the best practices and trail-planning resources, technical support, and capacity-building grants to create, connect and maintain the nation’s trails.