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Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant - New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Funds Distributed: $39,659,005 Grant Cycle Opens July 1, 2026 FY27 cycle opens July 1-September 30, 2026. Please review our Grant Guide to learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements.
The Trails+ Grant program is a statewide initiative by the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division that invests in trails and outdoor infrastructure to support healthy communities, local economies, and long-term access to nature. This competitive grant funds the planning, development, and improvement of outdoor space, including trails, river parks, wildlife viewing areas, trailheads, signage, and more.
The Trails+ Grant supports projects that get people outside, improve access to public lands, and help communities across New Mexico connect with nature in meaningful, sustainable ways. The program prioritizes equitable outdoor access, especially in rural, Tribal, and historically underserved areas, while promoting stewardship of New Mexico’s diverse landscapes. Since its launch in 2020, ORD has distributed $39.
7 million Trails+ Grant awards to support 281 outdoor infrastructure projects across 29 counties and has supported an estimated 2,650 jobs. Want to see how Trails+ Grant is making a difference? View the Grant Recipient Database and Grant Distribution Map .
The Trails+ Grant is open to a wide range of public and nonprofit entities in New Mexico, including: Tribes, Pueblos, and Nations Municipalities and Counties Nonprofits (Tier 1 and Tier 2 only) Public schools, preschools, and districts Public colleges and universities Soil and Water Conservation Districts Acequia and Land Grant Associations FY27 Grant Cycle Timeline July 1, 2026 Applications open September 30, 2026 at 5:00 p. m.
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php on line 121 Cibola Trail Alliance – Building Trails and strengthening community in Cibola County “Trails provide a healthy lifestyle for people. They allow people to get together and recreate,” he said. “It provides a peace for me to be outdoors enjoying what God has created.
” University of New Mexico – Taos Grants Awarded: $1,243,617
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local governments, tribal communities, and non-profit organizations in New Mexico. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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