December 16, 2024 - Join us on Dec. 17 for a celebration of five years of incredible progress for the Great American Rail-Trail. The event will take place on Facebook @railtotrails and simulcast on X @railtotrails.

On Dec. 17, we’ll dig into the impact that this vision has had and the progress that’s been made to complete the route. From hundreds of millions of dollars in investment, to new miles and connections made, economic opportunities tapped, and bikepacking adventures unlocked, we’ll explore the ways that the Great American Rail-Trail is transforming the country – RSVP on Facebook here.

The Great American Rail-Trail® is the nation’s first cross-country multiuse trail, stretching more than 3,700 miles between Washington, D.C., and Washington State. This trail is an iconic piece of American infrastructure that will connect thousands of miles of rail-trails and other multiuse trails, serving tens of millions of people living along the route as well as those who visit the trail from around the country and the world – view the route here.

Picture yourself … pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and scenic pathway—or walking a local trail that connects along historic routes. Imagine the incomparable experience of exploring America’s heritage by trail—its potential, its beauty and bounty, its people and places. Consider the economic opportunities and the benefits for communities along the route of a multiuse trail that stretches more than 3,700 miles between Washington and Washington. Learn more about the vision of the Great American here.

Read more about the Rails to Trails Conservancy here.