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.
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Build a Legacy
Work hard, get dirty, dig deep...and feel immensely rewarded.
Protecting Trails: Current News and Issues
Why We Fight for Public Lands Today we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of National Public Lands Day, the largest single-day volunteer event for public lands, where hundreds of thousands of volunteers will help restore our public lands. AHS encourages you…
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Statement of Support-HR 6510- Restore Our Parks and Public Lands Act
PDF version of letter The Honorable Rob Bishop The Honorable Raúl Grijalva…
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Coast Redwoods #1 Travel Destination: Plan your trip!
Lonely Planet named their top 10 U.S. travel destinations for the year. Can you guess what claimed the number one spot? …Drumroll please… It’s the coast redwood range! (external link) We couldn’t be happier that Lonely Planet is sharing what Save the Redwoods League has known for 100 years:…
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FY19 Trails Funding Letter (HR 6147)- 8/16/18
The House and Senate have both passed legislation funding the Department of the Interior. American Hiking Society, Back Country Horsemen of America, American Trails, and the Partnership for the National Trails System sent the letter below to Congress providing recommendations…
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