published Oct 23, 2020
by
American Trails Staff
On October 22, 2020 U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt announced 30 new national recreation trails in 25 states, adding more than 1,275 miles to the National Trails System.
published Aug 31, 2020
Every year we ask you to submit photos from your favorite NRTs to highlight these incredible and diverse trails. We are accepting nominations for 2020 until December 15th!
published Feb 6, 2019
by
National Park Service
This document is designed for National Trails System partners: Federal trail administrators, local land managers and landowners, volunteer partners, and State and Tribal agencies. It focuses on America’s national scenic and historic trails with only brief mention of national recreation trails and connecting-and-side trails. It provides background to Director’s Order #45, National Trails System (see Section 2.6).
published May 21, 2020
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 Feb 14, 2020
by
American Trails Staff
The results are in! Here are our picks from the 275 photos submitted for the 2019 photo contest.
published Dec 13, 2019
The NRT program works to preserve and celebrate our nation's pathways. Here's an overview of how to apply for NRT designation.
published Dec 9, 2019
Over the last few months we have distributed hundreds of NRT signs to trails all over America.
published Nov 27, 2019
by
Taylor Goodrich with American Trails
Check out these five National Recreation Trails that are perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving!
published Nov 21, 2019
by
Taylor Goodrich with American Trails
Submit your photos for the NRT photo contest that highlight the diversity of the NRTs and to make more Americans familiar with these great trails.
published Oct 16, 2019
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.
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