As the only national voice for hiking, American Hiking Society envisions a world where every American has permanent access to a hiking trail
Advocate
American Hiking works with Congress, federal agencies, and partners on policy issues and legislation to ensure funding for trails, preservation of natural areas, and protection of the hiking experience.
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!
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.
American Hiking is stoked to announce our 2019 class of NextGen Trail Leaders. Over the year, these inspiring stars will champion diversity in the outdoors and fight to protect our public lands.
Jay Dantinne
Build a Legacy
Work hard, get dirty, dig deep...and feel immensely rewarded.
Protecting Trails: Current News and Issues
Historic Public Lands Legislation About to Become Law
Historic Public Lands Legislation to Become Law Photographer’s Name Every so often Congress overcomes its partisan battles and joins together to enact critical legislation. Today is one of those days! Congress just passed a Public Lands Package (S.47) in nearly…
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Hike the Hill® 2019 Wraps-up with Senate Passage of Public Lands Package, including LWCF
Hike the Hill® 2019 Wraps-up with Senate Passage of Public Lands Package, including LWCF Photographer’s Name A whirlwind Hike the Hill® just concluded with major victories and breakthroughs on legislation impacting hikers, other trail users, and lovers of public lands.…
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2018 Accomplishments: Trail Service and Advocacy Impact
American Hiking volunteers, supports, and members came together to help protect the places you love to hike. See the impact by the numbers.
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12 Hiker Steps Towards Conservation
by Jennifer Pharr Davis The word “Conservationist” seems like such a weighty term that I used to think you had to dedicate your life to land management or donate your entire personal worth to be considered a ‘real’ conservationist. Over…
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