Resource Library:

National Recreation Trails (Nrt)



published May 2020

An Open Letter Encouraging Designating New National Recreation Trails

With no new National Recreation Trails (NRTs) designated in 2019, and the deadline for 2020 National Trails Day fast approaching, we are encouraging Secretary Bernhardt to uphold this tradition of honoring and celebrating our nation's trails and designating new NRTs. Please read and share our open letter.


published Oct 2019

Eleven National Recreation Trails to visit this October

by Taylor Goodrich with American Trails

October is the official month for all things spooky, which means for trail enthusiasts, it’s the perfect time to visit these sinisterly named National Recreation Trails.


published Dec 2019

FAQ: How to designate your trail as a National Recreational Trail.

The NRT program works to preserve and celebrate our nation's pathways. Here's an overview of how to apply for NRT designation.


published Nov 2019

Five National Recreation Trails to Visit this Thanksgiving

by Taylor Goodrich with American Trails

Check out these five National Recreation Trails that are perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving!


published Dec 2019

National Recreation Trail (NRT) Signs are Making a Splash

Over the last few months we have distributed hundreds of NRT signs to trails all over America.


published Mar 2019

National Recreation Trails to Visit This Spring

by Taylor Goodrich with American Trails

Spring is in the air, and it is the perfect time to explore nature and view wildlife on our nation’s National Recreation Trails. Wildflowers are starting to bloom, birds are out in abundance, the weather is getting warmer, and these NRTs are some of the best trails out there to experience it all.


published Mar 2023

Unwind on Reno's Trails

by American Trails Staff

Hiking trails in Reno don’t demand you to be a seasoned hiker to get the most out of them.


published Sep 2019

Why YOU Should Submit Your Trail for National Recreation Trail (NRT) Designation

by Taylor Goodrich with American Trails

Find out more about the National Recreation Trail program and the steps needed to apply.


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Sheltowee Trace Association

Livingston, Kentucky

We are a 501(c)3 non-profit association with the purpose of achieving the formation of a highly functional cross-state recreation trail. Our mission is to protect, preserve, and promote the Sheltowee Trace National Recre...


PO Box 360, Livingston, Kentucky 40445
(606) 386-3636 • [email protected]
https://sheltoweetrace.org/

Friends of the Chicago River

Chicago, Illinois

Since 1979, Friends has been working to improve the health of the Chicago River system for the benefit of people and wildlife and by doing so, has laid the foundation for the river to be a beautiful, continuous, easily a...


411 S. Wells St., Suite 800, Chicago, Illinois 60607
(312) 939-0490 • [email protected]
https://www.chicagoriver.org/

Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

Annapolis, Maryland

We believe the best restoration results come from building strong and diverse partnerships among individuals, communities, businesses, and governments across the Chesapeake watershed.


501 6th St, Annapolis, Maryland 21403
(443) 949-0575 • [email protected]
https://www.allianceforthebay.org/

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