posted Jan 24, 2018
by R. Brian Kermeen with USDA Forest Service
Like most areas managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, the central Sierra Nevada has steep and mountainous terrain. Most of our facilities evolved over time or were designed 30 years ago with no consideration for the needs of persons with disabilities.
posted Jan 24, 2018
by Federal Highway Administration
This manual describes the common techniques for building a wetland trail.
posted Jan 24, 2018
by Jan Hancock with Hancock Resources LLC, Federal Highway Administration, USDA Forest Service
This guidebook provides practical guidelines for developing recreation environments that are sensitive to the needs of riders and their stock.
posted Jan 24, 2018
The Goethe Trail is part of Florida's Greenways and Trails System which is a combination of Federal, state, local and privately owned lands. While each parcel is unique, they collectively help to preserve and protect Florida's natural, cultural and historic resources.
posted Jan 19, 2018
A presentation exploring bike parks with pump-tracks, skills areas, dirt jumps and freeride areas.
posted Jan 19, 2018
A review of two popular trail design books.
posted Jan 19, 2018
The purpose of this document is to provide desirable and minimum trail design standards to municipalities applying for county open space funds to develop trail connections. The municipality’s open space plan must indicate connections to existing or proposed county trails, and county parks and historic sites to be eligible for county trail funding.
posted Jan 19, 2018
The Consolidated Open Space Plan (COSP) guides the work of Wake County's Open Space Program. The Plan presents policy recommendations, program guidelines and suggested methods that should be used by the County and its partners to conserve remaining open space.
posted Jan 19, 2018
by Portland Parks and Recreation
Trails are an integral part of our park and recreation system. They are used by people of all ages and abilities to exercise, relax, socialize, view wildlife, and travel to destinations such as school and work.
posted Jan 19, 2018
by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Provides a snapshot of new MN DNR’s Trail Manual - Importance of quality - Importance of sustainability
posted Jan 19, 2018
San Bernardino County finds trails are an essential part of healthy communities.
posted Jan 19, 2018
by Randy Martin with Trailscape
With the emphasis on health and fitness in today's society, trails are becoming just as important as streets and sidewalks in our communities.