r/trailwork

692 archived posts · Oct 2013 – Sep 2026

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Trails weren’t put there by a Supreme Being. They were cut by human beings..

r/trailwork

A place to discuss trail work.

Created Oct 31, 2013

1.9KMembers (last snapshot)

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There are trails almost everywhere. Share articles, pictures, personal stories, research, and information on trails and trail work. Nerd out about how trails are designed and constructed. Share ideas and opinions on trail structures and their usage.

Want to do trail work?

Trail work is a great way to experience the outdoors. Whether that means exploring a new part of the country (or world) or getting to really know your (figurative) back yard, there are trail organizations almost everywhere that want help!

Conservation Corps are a great way to gain trail work experience while getting paid. Although conservation corps do not always do trail work, they are a major contribution to trails across the country. [Click here for a running list of conservation corps compiled by r/trailwork's members.](/r/trailwork/wiki/conservationcorps)
Other trail organizations offer both paid and volunteer work across the country. These associations, mountain clubs, and conservancies are filled with experienced trail workers who love the outdoors. Click here for a list of other trail organizations.

Outside links

USDA (USFS) Trail Construction and Maintenance Notebook

Professional Trail Builders Association (PTBA) Website

International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA)

An Axe to Grind (USDA/USFS) [1999] Part 1 and Part 2

Hand Tools for Trail Work (USDA/USFS) [1998] Part 1 and Part 2

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