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​​​​Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee

The Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee is a voluntary 20-member, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources-appointed committee that represents both motorized and non-motorized trail users; and advises the Commonwealth about the use of state and federal trail funding.

The committee is charged with implementing the development of a statewide land and water trail network to facilitate recreation, transportation, and healthy lifestyles for all based on recommendations from the:

The committee also fulfills the federal requirement for Pennsylvania’s use of federal Recreational Trails Program funds and is administered by the department’s Bureau of Recreation and Conservation​.

The Commonwealth is committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will strive for a balance of diversity and composition of the committee among geographical areas of the state.​

Committee Meetings

All Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee meetings, unless otherwise noted, are open to the public.

Upcoming committee meeting dates and details will be coming soon.

Trails Public Forums

The Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee hosts several public forums around the state for the trail community to share and discuss opportunities, concerns, and recommendations for development, improvement, and management of the statewide trail network.

The committee invites you to attend a public forum near you and join the trail conversation.

Upcoming Trails Public Forums

Do you enjoy hiking, biking, walking, and riding on trails?

If so, the Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee wants your input!

Come learn about trails in Mercer County and share feedback on the update to the 2020-2024 Pennsylvania Land and Water Trail Network Strategic Plan.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to help advance trails and outdoor recreation close to home!

Mercer County Public Trails Forum

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

eCenter@LindenPointe
3580 Innovation Way
Hermitage, PA 16148

Please respond to the Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee​ to let them know you if you are planning to attend.​