Hike the Hill^®

Celebrating its 28th year, Hike the Hill® is a joint effort between American Hiking Society and Partnership for the National Trails System to bring together the trails community to advance shared trail priorities with congressional and federal agency leaders including: trails funding, public lands management and conservation, equitable access, and other top priority issues that sustain trails and improve access to public lands.

In 2025 the trails community faces a sense of urgency unlike any seen in recent years  as a new administration and Congress look to reshape the federal government and funding. It is paramount that the trails community’s voice is heard by attending in-person or if unable to come to DC to meet locally with district staff to form or strengthen key relationships and demonstrate the importance and value of trails. 

Join trail partners from across the nation for virtual issue briefings (Week of February 10), in-person group meetings (Feb. 23-27), and a Trails Celebration (February 24) to advocate for legislation, learn about new policy developments, and meet with federal partners, elected officials and their staff.

Exciting updates for 2025, include a new host hotel, Courtyard by Marriott (bigger rooms and close to the REI Trails Celebration), and an enhanced Local/Virtual Registration Option!

*Registration does not guarantee a speaking role or attendance in group meetings. Participation may be limited due to capacity, issue focus, or any other reason.