Great American Rail-Trail Project Continues to Take Shape
- Doug Maraist
- Jun 11
- 1 min read
It has been five years since the Rails to Trails Conservancy (RTC) introduced its ambitious vision for the Great American Rail-Trail (GART)—an uninterrupted, 3,700-mile route spanning 12 states from Washington, D.C., to Washington State. As of 2024, the project has crossed a significant milestone: 55% of the trail is now complete, with 2,068.6 miles of bikeable, vehicle-free pathways open to the public.
The Great American Rail-Trail is more than just a recreational route; it’s a project that brings with it economic growth, outdoor access, and a boost to quality of life in the communities it connects. The initiative has drawn support from small towns and big cities alike.
In Washington state, there are sections of the GART along the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) that have recently made the news... May 13, 2025 ... 68,000 acres of North Olympic Peninsula forestland have been recently purchased by a forest management firm that includes the route of the Olympic Discovery Trail to LaPush, Wa. and the Pacific Ocean.
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