Protecting the Places You Love to Hike
Advocate for Hiking Spaces + Improve Trails
We envision a world where everyone feels welcome in the American hiking community and has permanent access to meaningful hiking, including urban, frontcountry, and backcountry opportunities.
Advocate
American Hiking works with Congress, federal agencies, and partners on policy issues and legislation to ensure funding for trails, preservation of public lands, and protection of the hiking experience.
Ryan Schroeder
Introducing the 2020 NextGen Trail Leader
American Hiking Society is excited to announce the third class of NextGen Trail Leaders, bringing together rising stars in the outdoor community from all walks of life. With American Hiking Society, NextGen Trail Leaders will champion diversity in the outdoors and fight to protect our public lands, amplifying the voices of hikers all across America. The 2020 class of NextGen Trail Leaders features inspiring individuals dedicated to transforming their communities and changing the national conversation on diversity in the outdoors and public lands protection.
Ryan Nelson
Volunteer
Trails don't maintain themselves. Individuals of any age and experience level can become trail stewards. Give back to the trails you love, meet new people, and enjoy the experience!
Check out what we accomplished in 2019!
Explore
Feel confident when you set out on your next trail adventure. Check out our free hiking resources like tips for hiking with families, gear checklists, finding the best trail for you, and more.
Latest Stories and Updates
Hiking Responsibly: FAQ for Covid-19
As of 03/24/2020 (Note: we will update this page regularly as conditions change.) Hiking Responsibly Frequently Asked Questions for Hiking During the Covid-19 Pandemic #1…
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American Hiking Society Testimony for Senate Interior Appropriations FY21 Funding
AHS and Trails Move People outside witness testimony to Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee for FY21 Appropriations.
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Getting Outside During the Covid-19 Pandemic
We here at American Hiking Society know that this is a time of great uncertainty and anxiety for many as we all navigate the global…
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Why Filtering Your Water Isn’t Enough: Water Filters vs. Purifiers
Clean Water Isn’t Safe Water There’s something amazing about watching a water filter turn nasty, brown water into clear, sparkling-clean water right before your eyes.…
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