Explore stories about people, places and events that shaped the Great American Rail-Trail from “History Along the Great American Rail-Trail.”

The Pacific Northwest Guidebook will highlight dozens of top trails where you can walk, bike and roll in Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

This photo essay features Washington’s Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail, a nearly 40-mile route from the Idaho border through Spokane

Wildlife corridors join one natural landscape to another, allow animals to migrate between habitats and access critical resources.

Highlighted are just a few summer boardwalks and pathways from across the country to explore as the weather warms up.

Celebrate Trails Day 2024 was celebrated in all 50 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Our partners planned more than 240 celebrations.

RTC marked 5th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail alongside Warrior Expeditions, REI Co-op, members of Congress and state officials.

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 […]

Five years after launch, the Great American Rail-Trail is on its way to fulfilling a cross-country vision. See updates across the route.