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2026 round is closed; next round (2027) opens in December 2026.
Recreational Trails Program Grants is sponsored by Missouri State Parks Foundation. These grants aim to enhance both motorized and nonmotorized recreational trails through federal funding. They support local governments, school districts, and nonprofits in projects such as trail construction, maintenance, and facility development, fostering partnerships to improve Missouri's park systems.
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Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants | Missouri State Parks Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants Recreational Trail Program Grants In Missouri, RTP grants are available to local and state governments, school districts and nonprofit organizations. Missouri receives between $1 million and $1. 5 million per fiscal year.
The maximum amount awarded is $250,000 for trail projects. Sponsors must have a minimum 20% match. Projects must be open to the public.
Eligible Projects include: Restoration of existing recreational trails. Development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail linkages for recreational trails. Construction of new recreational trails (with restrictions for new trails on Federal lands).
Acquisition of easements and property for recreational trails or recreational trail corridors. Assessment of trail conditions for accessibility and maintenance. The 2026 RTP Grant Round is currently closed.
The 2027 RTP Grant Round will open in December. The new application and Open Project Selection Process will be posted when the grant round opens. 2026 Open Project Selection Process (Application Instructions) Grant Application Workshop: The 2026 RTP application workshop was held on Jan.
6. To view a recording of the workshop, please visit our Grants Workshops page . Past Administration Guides: 2021 Administration Guide 2022 Administration Guide 2023 Administration Guide 2024 Administration Guide Sign requirements include posting a sign near your trail project entrance.
Signs can be ordered by calling Missouri Vocational Enterprises at 573-751-6663 or 800-392-8486. More information about the Recreational Trails Program from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local governments, school districts, and nonprofits are eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Recreational Trails Program Grants is funded by Missouri State Parks Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Missouri. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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