The Great Redwood Trail is a 300-mile proposed trail from the shores of San Francisco Bay to the redwoods of Eureka on Humboldt Bay.

A privilege of my job is to visit trails and public spaces across the country and meet inspiring supporters and leaders.

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) recently approved more than $280 million in Active Transportation Program (ATP) funding (Cycle 4) to support 59 trail, walking and biking projects throughout the state, with about half—some $139 million—going to trails and separated bikeway projects (hereafter collectively referred to as “trails”).

This year was an exciting one for the rail-trail movement; as 2018 comes to a close, nearly 2,100 rail-trails are now open across the country.

Here is a spotlight on some of the critical TrailNation project advances we made in 2018—and how they are bringing to life our vision of trails at the heart of healthy, thriving communities.

The legislation adds trails among a number of eligible sources of funding for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.

The Bayshore Bikeway is a growing 16-mile trail encircling the San Diego Bay and connecting the region’s natural and cultural treasures.

The bill would authorize a state entity that is responsible for the planning and construction of roadways to consider design guides.

The Napa Valley Vine Trail in Northern California takes trail users on a ramble through a famous grape-growing region.

In 2018, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System Act, which provided an incredible legacy for all Americans. Five of these iconic American experiences are listed below along with rail-trails that weave in and around them.