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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania has awarded $3.3 million for six trail construction, rehabilitation and planning projects across Chester, Delaware and Philadelphia counties, directing state funding toward expanding and maintaining the …
Pennsylvania Awards $3.3 Million for Six Regional Trail Projects Read More
EXTON, PA — Two Chester County townships will receive $1.05 million in state grants to construct a new trail connection and upgrade a community playground, directing public investment toward recreational …
Chester County Townships Secure $1.05 Million for Parks, Trail Read More
WELLSBORO, PA — Pennsylvania designated the Pine Creek Rail Trail as its 2026 Trail of the Year on Friday, recognizing a 65-mile recreational corridor that draws more than 44,000 visitors …
This 65-Mile Pennsylvania Trail Just Took the Top Honor Read More
CLEARFIELD, PA — Pennsylvania added six ATV connector routes in Elk and Potter counties Wednesday, expanding two regional trail networks as the state seeks to channel growing outdoor recreation activity …
Pennsylvania Adds Six ATV Routes to Link Rural Trail Networks Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is expanding accessible recreation infrastructure and directing nearly $82 million to hundreds of local conservation projects as the state seeks to broaden participation in an outdoor …
Pennsylvania Expands Outdoor Access as Recreation Economy Grows Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Departments of the Interior and Agriculture are seeking public nominations for long-distance biking routes as they begin implementing a federal law that could establish at …
Interior Seeks Biking Trail Proposals to Expand Recreation Access Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of the Interior has added six trails spanning 162.5 miles across five states to the National Trails System, a move that expands recreational access …
Interior Department Expands National Trails Network by 162 Miles Read More
In the early morning, the Schuylkill River Trail feels almost weightless. Cyclists move quietly through the mist near Cromby, their tires humming softly over smooth asphalt while the river drifts …
Schuylkill River Trail: The Trail That Follows the River’s Memory Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — United States Forest Service will waive standard amenity recreation fees at national forests and grasslands on June 6 as part of an added 2026 fee-free day tied …
Forest Service Waives Recreation Fees for National Trails Day Read More
By 7:30 on a weekday morning, the Chester Valley Trail is already moving. Cyclists in reflective jackets glide east out of Exton beneath the soft hum of commuter traffic beyond …
Chester Valley Trail: The Trail That Quietly Rewired Chester County Read More