Members of the public are encouraged to nominate existing trails or areas for development on the Bureau of Land Management website.
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) has opened public comment to identify and develop long-distance biking trails across the U.S. The move implements another part of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act (EXPLORE Act), passed in January 2025.
Under this act, the Interior Department must identify at least 10 long-distance biking trails that use existing trails and roads, as well as 10 areas where future long-distance biking trails can potentially be developed.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum stated that U.S. “public lands belong to the American people.“ He continued, “By cutting red tape, harnessing the power of local partnerships, and utilizing existing infrastructure, this initiative will establish premier long-distance biking corridors that fuel local tourism while ensuring we remain responsible stewards of our nation’s abundant natural resources.”
Members of the public are encouraged to visit the Bureau of Land Management’s website to nominate trails or other areas for consideration. Nominations will be accepted until August 3, 2026.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Burgum as his department receives nominations from the public for potential trails or areas of development.
- For DOI officials as they consult and collaborate with tribal leaders on the project.
- For Americans to be prudent in their nominations and their use of trails on public lands.
Sources: Department of the Interior
