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Top 10 Trails in Alabama
October 08, 2021
A robust system of trails offers access to Alabama’s scenic bounty. Here are 10 of our favorite trails.
Chief Ladiga Trail | Photo by Ed and Jenn Coleman
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Oklahoma’s Oklahoma River Trails
October 06, 2021
These routes, including the well-loved Oklahoma River Trails, bring people to the neighborhoods, parks, world-class attractions and the flourishing downtown region.
Oklahoma River Trails | Courtesy Oklahoma City Community Foundation
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Top 10 Trails in Oklahoma
September 28, 2021
If you’re thinking, “Oh, what a beautiful morning … for a bike ride or a pleasant hike,” you’ll find trails in Oklahoma to be truly OK. 
Oklahoma's Old Frisco Trail | Photo by TrailLink user curtandjanet
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Top 10 Trails in North Carolina
September 23, 2021
North Carolina abounds in natural beauty with its vast wilderness areas. Here are just 10 of our favorite trails in North Carolina.
North Carolina's Neuse River Trail | Photo by TrailLink user protoolned
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Top 10 Trails in Illinois
September 16, 2021
From experienced to novices, Illinois is a diverse outdoor destination. Here are just 10 of our favorite trails in Illinois.
Illinois' Wauponsee Glacial Trail | Photo by TrailLink user alexrauch84
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Top 10 Trails in Arkansas
September 10, 2021
Arkansas will spend up to $55 million on new and expanded greenways, including the 60-mile Southwest Trail linking Little Rock to Hot Springs National Park.
Arkansas's Arkansas River Trail | Photo by Scott Stark
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Iowa’s Raccoon River Valley Trail
September 10, 2021
In pastoral west-central Iowa, the Raccoon River Valley Trail has won this year’s blue-ribbon prize: entrance into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame.
Perry's depot along the Raccoon River Valley Trail | Courtesy Raccoon River Valley Trail Association
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Trail Moments | 21 Easy Ways to Enjoy Your Local Trails
September 10, 2021
If you're looking to create a new healthy habit outside, we’ve created a list of 21 easy-to-do actions you can take immediately on your nearest trail.
Graphic by RTC
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Connections of Land, Sea and Sky: Olympic Discovery Trail
September 07, 2021
The Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) is a showcase of some of the most renowned cultural and natural assets on the North Olympic Peninsula.
The Elwha River Bridge in Port Angeles along the Olympic Discovery Trail has two decks—one for vehicles and one (below it) for pedestrians and bicyclists. | Photo by John Gussman
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Top 10 Trails in Kansas
September 02, 2021
Kansas hosts five National Historic Trails marking these routes: the Oregon, California, Santa Fe, Pony Express and Lewis & Clark trails.
Kansas's Flint Hills Trail State Park | Courtesy Kansas Tourism