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New Federal Investment Marks Big Win for Baltimore Greenway Trails Network
January 09, 2023

Rep. Sarbanes (Md.-3), Sens. Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Cardin (D-Md.) secure $2.5 million in Community Project Funding.

Photo by Side A Photography
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Five Leaf-Peeping Destinations Along the Great American Rail-Trail
October 26, 2022

View five leaf-peeping destinations along the Great American Rail-Tail, a 3,700-mile developing cross country trail.

Washington's Olympic Discovery Trail | Photo by TrailLink user stevelee73
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Great American Rail-Trail Route Assessment Report 2022
May 11, 2022
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY THE GREAT AMERICAN RAIL-TRAIL VISION Imagine pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and scenic pathway—or walking a local trail that connects you to historic routes from coast to coast. You’re enthralled in the experience of exploring America’s heritage—its potential, its beauty and bounty, its people and places. Consider the intimacy […]
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Economic Potential of the Great American Rail-Trail Report
May 01, 2022
As the Great American Rail-Trail® is completed, it has the potential to amplify the benefits—on a mass scale—that trails provide. In addition to offering places for physical activity and recreation, connecting diverse communities with safe walking and biking routes, and promoting a closer connection to nature, the Great American will serve as a catalyst for economic […]
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Take an American Adventure on 10 Presidential Pathways
February 21, 2022

Just in time for Presidents’ Day, here are 10 multiuse trails that share ties with some notable U.S. heads of state.

Virginia's Mount Vernon Trail | Photo by TrailLink user ringogarcia1972 Virginia's Mount Vernon Trail | Photo by TrailLink user ringogarcia1972
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Eight Creepy Cool Trailside Attractions
October 27, 2021

RTC presents this list of some of our favorite creepy trailside attractions for some much-needed levity (no pun intended?) and fun!

Photo by Hunter Franklin, courtesy Facebook.com:dollsheadtrail
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2021 Great American Rail-Trail Route Assessment Report
May 01, 2021
Executive Summary THE GREAT AMERICAN RAIL-TRAIL VISION Imagine pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and scenic pathway—or walking a local trail that connects you to historic routes from coast to coast. You’re enthralled in the experience of exploring America’s heritage—its potential, its beauty and bounty, its people and places. Consider the intimacy […]
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Trail Moments with Four Baltimore Trail Advocates
April 27, 2021

Hear from four Baltimore trail advocates to learn what the trail network means to them and for their community.

Graphic by RTC
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Top 10 Trails in Maryland
March 08, 2021

Here are just 10 of our favorite trails in Maryland. The Free State offers a host of trail offerings for nearly every user and year-round.

Maryland's Jones Falls Trail | Photo by Side A Photography
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2020 Progress on Cross-Country Great American Rail-Trail Includes $4 million in New Funding and 2,000 Miles Completed
December 08, 2020

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy points to enduring commitment and progress for the Great American as reinforcement of the health and economic value that trails deliver nationwide

Great American Rail-Trail Infographic (2020) by RTC
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