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 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.
Alternative Breaks
Make Friends. Make Memories. Make a Difference.
Alternative Breaks are volunteer trail stewardship projects in America’s parks and forests designed specifically for college student groups and young professionals. Part volunteer work project, part kick-back outdoor vacation.
Protecting Trails: Current News and Issues
Comments on NEPA Forest Service Proposed Rule
AHS writes in opposition to proposed revisions to the U.S. Forest Service’s NEPA proposed rule changes.
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American Hiking Society Statement on House Natural Resources Committee Markup of H.R. 3195 (LWCF) and H.R. 1225 (Restore Our Parks and Public Lands)
PDF version of letter The Honorable Raúl Grijalva The Honorable…
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AHS Statement for Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Hearing on Deferred Maintenance Needs and Potential Solutions
The Honorable Lisa Murkowski The Honorable Joe Manchin Chairman …
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HikaNation featured in Appalachian Trail Museum
America’s only museum dedicated to hiking history, the Appalachian Trail Museum, unveiled five new exhibits this spring. HikaNation was a 14-month group trek from San…
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