Want to go for a stroll, tandem bike ride, picnic or other type of trail getaway with a special someone this weekend💚?

Whether you’re planning an outing for your date, your best pal or your own heart, TrailLink can help you find a spot you’ll love. Download the free TrailLink app: TrailLink.com.

Advocates in NH got a big win for protecting trail safety & a historic rail corridor. A tunnel will be built under a highway that threatened to re-route the Derry Rail Trail, thanks to a legal settlement https://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/advocates-confirm-derry-rail-trail-tunnel-will-be-built/

We're hiring! The Mid-Level Giving Trailblazer Society Manager will execute a mid-level donor program that deepens & enhances donor engagement & experience for the Trailblazer Society. This role is located in DC & is hybrid work eligible.

Apply: https://www.railstotrails.org/about/careers/ #DCjobs

We're hiring! The Mid-Level Giving Trailblazer Society Manager will execute a mid-level donor program that deepens & enhances donor engagement & experience for the Trailblazer Society. This role is located in DC & is hybrid work eligible.

Apply: https://www.railstotrails.org/about/careers/ #DCjobs

Walk + bike infrastructure is essential, but the federal programs that fund it are at risk. We organized 1,100+ orgs & officials from all 50 states to send a message to Congress.

Let’s protect these investments so we all have safe routes to walk + bike. Share and learn: KeepAmericaActive.org

1986→ 2026: We've been making trails happen 4 decades!

For 40 years, we've been working to build a nation connected by trails. Now, there are 42,500+ miles of multiuse trails nationwide. This year, as we celebrate our 40th, join us exploring this legacy: https://www.railstotrails.org/about/history/

The new Pompton Valley Rail Trail was featured on "Seven Stellar New Rail-Trails: 2025’s Gift to America" by @railstotrails.org

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Here's something you can look forward to: Celebrate Trails Day is just a few months away on the fourth Saturday of April!

We hope you’ll help us make this year’s celebration the biggest and best yet by joining us outside on April 25! #CelebrateTrails

➡️ RailsToTrails.org/CelebrateTrailsDay

Get geared up and help us fight for the future of America’s trails.

The vital programs and funding sources that make trails and 👟🚲♿ networks possible are at risk. Stand up for trails with us + get new trail gear as our thanks for your support: RailsToTrails.Org/Donate

Today, 12/17, at 1 p.m. ET 🎥: Tune in to celebrate a year of progress on the Great American Rail-Trail—the nation’s first cross-country multiuse trail!

Watch the celebration at RailsToTrails.org/GreatAmericanRailTrail.

‼️ Action alert for #NewJersey 🚲 ‼️

A pair of bills that could restrict access to the lowest-speed #ebikes has been rapidly moving through the NJ Legislature.

Learn more + act now for mobility🚲 options: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/save-low-speed-e-bikes-stop-s4834-a6235/.

We are thrilled to honor Kay Ehas, CEO of Groundwork Jacksonville, as 2025 Rail-Trail Champion! 
 
Since 2011, this award has honored individuals who have gone above and beyond in the name of trails. Watch the full video & learn more about this recognition: rtc.li/trail-champions.

12/10 at 1 PM ET: Join our webinar, "Leveraging Statewide Planning to Advance Trail Development." We'll discuss how state plans can drive progress & how stakeholders can be part of the process to advance trails where they live.

Register: #upcoming#upcoming" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming

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12/10: Join our free webinar, "Leveraging Statewide Planning to Advance Trail Development." We'll discuss how state plans can drive progress and how stakeholders can be part of the process to advance trails in their communities.

Register: #upcoming#upcoming" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming

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RTC has tracked decisions made by the White House and the USDOT about active transportation, including about grant cancellations & ongoing uncertainties about frozen federal transportation grants.

Join us at 2 p.m. ET today to learn more: #upcoming#upcoming" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming

12/4: Join our dialogue: "Active Transportation Freeze: Where do Federal Active Transportation Grants Stand?" We'll discuss the state of federal grant decisions, what we know, & hear from partners about their experiences.

Register: #upcoming#upcoming" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming
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Right now, the future we’re building—where trails create new connections for people to safely walk, bike and be active outside—is under attack.

Help us stand up for trails: RailsToTrails.org/GivingTuesday. #GivingTuesday

🎤 Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, at RTC’s TrailNation Summit

Since 1986, RTC has worked to connect millions of people to trails, while leading the movement to create and connect tens of thousands of miles of trails. Help support our work & more trail-joy: RailsToTrails.org/GivingTuesday. #GivingTuesday

🎤Ayesha McGowan & Ron Griswell, RTC’s TrailNation Summit

Thankful for a quiet morning on the #PaulinskillValleyTrail today.
The cool air, the crunch of leaves, & a peaceful #railtrail ride were the perfect start to #Thanksgiving. Grateful for the time outside before the holiday meal.🦃🚴‍♀️ @railstotrails.org @bikesky.social #cycling #bicycle #NJ #bike #ebike

#OptOutside on trails today!

Since 2015, our partners at @rei have inspired millions of people to #OptOutside.

Be part of it by getting out on a trail & sharing your trail moment 📷 using #OptOutside and by tagging @railstotrails.

Learn more: RailsToTrails.org/OptOutside.

Celebrate trails day is coming soon(ish) to trails across the country on Saturday, April 25, 2026!
 
Everyone is invited to join us outside for this annual springtime celebration of America’s trails. Save the date to join us outside: RailsToTrails.Org/CelebrateTrailsDay

#CelebrateTrails

Today’s trail-spiration: Iron King Trail!

This 4-mile route in Arizona carries you through desert brush and out into a broad sweep of open land, where old rail cars appear along the way.

Explore photos, maps & info for free on TrailLink: https://www.traillink.com/trail/iron-king-trail/.

Today, 11/20: Tune in for our free webinar to learn best practices for building a state legislative agenda focused on achieving policy wins and funding for active transportation.

Register to join us at 2 p.m. ET: #upcoming#upcoming" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming

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Today, 11/19: Tune in for our free webinar about the importance of building relationships with your state’s Department of Transportation when advocating transportation policy change at the federal level.

Register: #upcoming#upcoming" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming

AICP credit available.

We're excited to see the stellar speaker announcement for Iowa Bicycle Coalition's Bike Expo and Banquet—which includes Ayesha McGowan, who is the first African-American woman professional road cyclist, advocate, joy supporter, and a member of RTC's board!