Recent Trails Articles

For over 20 years, one man has been the steady force behind the Hatfield-McCoy off-road trails, turning a simple idea into a massive draw for riders across the country. Now, with his retirement on the horizon, the system that brings thousands of folks to southern West Virginia each year is about to

When it comes to keeping the great outdoors open for everyone who loves hitting the trails on an ATV or UTV, Yamaha is stepping up big time. The company's Outdoor Access Initiative, or OAI for short, just rolled out its third-quarter grants, handing out a solid $155,000 to eight different groups sp

Every guy who’s ever pointed a 4×4 down a muddy forest road knows the feeling: that moment when the pavement ends and the real world begins. For a lot of us, those trails are more than recreation; they’re where we clear our heads, teach our kids how to drive in the dirt, or just spend a weekend awa

Every fall and spring, something quiet but important happens in the off-road world. Polaris opens its checkbook and sends real money – not marketing fluff – straight to the clubs and nonprofits that actually keep the trails open and safe. This time around, in the fall of 2025, the company cut fourt

In the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains, where the air carries the sharp tang of pine and the crunch of gravel under boot soles echoes like a promise of solitude, Utah's outdoor enthusiasts have long found refuge. Picture this: You're halfway up the Dairy Fork trail, sweat beading on your forehead,

Utah’s wild landscapes have long been a playground for outdoor lovers. Whether it’s hiking through pine-scented forests, biking down rugged trails, or casting a line into a quiet stream, the state’s natural beauty is hard to beat. But a new law, effective May 7, is changing how people access some

Chautauqua County’s Eastside Overland Trail is about to become a better destination for outdoor enthusiasts, thanks to a $35,000 grant secured by the Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth (CCPEG). This funding, provided by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds through the Community Fou

The recent decision by the Trump Administration’s U.S. Department of Agriculture to revoke the Roadless Rule has sparked heated debate across the country. This move, which eliminates protections for 58.5 million acres of National Forest System lands, is being sold by some as a victory for outdoor

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has shut down trails and off-road areas in Nome Creek Valley, part of the White Mountains National Recreation Area in Alaska, due to a raging wildfire known as the Ophir Fire (#216). This emergency closure, announced to protect both the public and firefighters,

In the heart of Chautauqua County, a new chapter is unfolding for outdoor enthusiasts. The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth (CCPEG) has secured a $35,000 grant to breathe fresh life into the Overland Trails, specifically targeting the Earl Cardot Eastside Overland Trail in Boutwell