Kevin

Trailsnet has been your source for trail news and information since 2008. We provide information about hundreds of trails around the world including bike trails, hiking trails, backpacking trails, bikepacking trails, nordic ski trails, snowshoe trails, equestrian trails, long-distance trails and more. We also provide information about trail gear, trail organizations and trail advocacy. In addition to the Trailsnet.com website/blog, you can connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest using the @trailsnet username. We welcome suggestions and questions. Feel free to add your own favorite trails using the 'Add a Trail' link on the top horizontal navigation bar. Happy trails and stay safe!!

Most commented posts

  1. Electric Bikes on Trails — 114 comments
  2. Trail Definition: What is a Trail? — 10 comments
  3. Recreational Trail Funding in Danger — 8 comments
  4. Great trail discussion on topix.com — 8 comments
  5. Why is it called a "Bike Scheme?" — 8 comments

Author's posts

Mar 21 2013

Urban Trails of America

Mount vernon trail in washington dc

Greatest City Trails in America As part of our “America’s Best Trails” series, I’d like to highlight some of our great urban trails in today’s post. So often, when we think of trails, we picture mountains, streams and forests. And that’s a good thing. I grew up in Montana with a wilderness area literally out …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/03/21/urban-trails-of-america/

Mar 18 2013

50 Best Trails in United States

Greatest Trails in America What are the best United States trails? I need your help in compiling that list. Although I don’t know exactly what trails to include, I do have a good idea about the criteria for selecting America’s greatest trails. Here are some of the trail qualifications I’m looking for: destination trail – …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/03/18/50-best-trails-in-united-states/

Mar 15 2013

Trail Flashlight

camping flashlight

Why a Flashlight on the Trail? A flashlight may be the most undervalued yet often invaluable item to include with your trail gear. Although I don’t pack a flashlight on every trail trip, I’ve been extremely fortunate to always have a flashlight when I truly needed it on the trail. Here are some real-life examples …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/03/15/trail-flashlight/

Mar 08 2013

Grand Trunk Hooded Neck Pillow

hooded neck pillow

Travel Pillow Extraordinaire When you’re on a long flight and yearning for some shut-eye, you have three essential needs: neck support a light shield a sound muffler The Grand Trunk Hooded Neck Pillow provides all three of these needs. It is a traveler’s best friend. Superior Neck Support You know those memory foam mattresses that …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/03/08/grand-trunk-hooded-neck-pillow/

Mar 07 2013

Ireland’s Best Treks And Walks

A Guide To Ireland’s Best Treks And Walks Ireland, the green and pleasant land that it is, is the perfect place for walking and trekking enthusiasts and there are numerous wonderful places to take a trip to if you want to get out and about. Ireland’s sparse population density and beautiful scenery combine to ensure …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/03/07/irelands-best-treks-and-walks/

Mar 04 2013

Avoiding Injuries While Barefoot Running On Trails

boys running on trails

We continue our Trail Safety & Trail comfort series on Trailsnet.com with: Avoiding Injuries While Barefoot Running On Trails Studies show that up to 80% of runners suffer injuries that keep them off the trails for a month or more, so it’s no surprise that preventing injuries is a popular topic in the running community. …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/03/04/avoiding-injuries-while-barefoot-running-on-trails/