The Capital Trails Coalition
First convened in 2016 by WABA, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, REI, and a host of other regional stakeholders, The Capital Trails Coalition is a collaboration of public and private organizations, agencies, and volunteers working to advance completion of an interconnected network of multi-use trails for metropolitan Washington, DC. The Coalition convenes and coordinates among the public and private stakeholders who are critical to accomplishing the vision of an interconnected network.
Check out the CTC's website here, and explore the interactive map of existing and planned regional trails here.
Events, Actions & Resources:
Meetup
Celebrate Trails Day & Oxon Cove Clean-up (Afternoon Shift)
Apr 26, 2025
Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and partners to celebrate trails & Earth Day with a clean-up!
Meetup
Celebrate Trails Day & Oxon Cove Clean-up (Morning Shift)
Apr 26, 2025
Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and partners to celebrate trails & Earth Day with a clean-up!
Meetup
Community Walk at Poplar Point
Apr 5, 2025
Join the District and the National Parking Service for a walking tour of the Poplar Point site with the project team.
Meetup
WEBINAR: Maryland State Transportation Trails Strategic Plan
Apr 3, 2025
Learn about MDOT's Maryland State Transportation Trails Strategic Plan.
Meetup
Every Mile Together Trails Challenge Social
Mar 27, 2025
This event took place on Mar 27, 2025
Meetup
Arboretum Bridge to Maryland Avenue Connector Public Meeting
Mar 25, 2025
This event took place on Mar 25, 2025
Action Alert
Oxon Run Stream Restoration & Park Master Plan Feedback
Share your feedback to improve the future for the stream, park, and trail before 1/31.
Document
Letter: Access Improvements at Arlington National Cemetery
Better bike parking, bikeshare, and the Arlington Memorial Trail could be coming soon.
Related Campaigns:
Advocacy
WABA fights for a region where biking, walking and transit are the best ways to get around.
We educate policymakers and organize grassroots advocates for to speak up for safer places to bike and walk; and for laws and policies that protect people who are walking and biking, reduce dangerous driving, and facilitate changes to the built environment.
Trails
Trails are the best. They are low-stress bike infrastructure, access to nature, parks, landmarks, and community gathering spaces all rolled into one.
WABA's trail advocacy is focused on connecting gaps in our region's trail network; ensuring existing trails are maintained and upgraded to meet current design standards; and expanding the network into underserved parts of the region.