What We Do

Many Trails One Community is a project of the Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy, Inc. a nonprofit 501(c)(3), volunteer-based organization dedicated to the development, protection, and promotion of hiking, biking, and walking trails throughout western Pennsylvania.

We're All About Trails

The organization meets monthly in Cranberry Township, PA and has many opportunities for volunteers willing to contribute their time. From meeting with local officials about trail development and protection to participating in a trail work crew, creating newsletter or web content, communicating with the press, or volunteering for the Rachel Carson Trail Challenge, the possibilities are as varied as the backgrounds of the people involved.

Our Vision

Raising awareness of the benefits of community trails, getting more people interested in physical activities, getting more people to experience the beauty of our region and the natural world, and helping people see our region as active and vibrant. Join us in our efforts and help make a difference!

Trail Ethics

• Be courteous to people living along the trail.

• Remember, you are generally on private property.

• Respect the land and its owners. If asked to leave, do so.

• Stay on the trail.

• Do not camp or build fires along the trail except at designated shelters.

• Refrain from bringing dogs and bicycles on the trail.

• Keep off the trail with motorized vehicles.

• Carry out your own trash; help by picking up others’ litter.

• Recognize your limitations and your assumed risk. The Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy and the landowners want you to enjoy your hike; neither will take responsibility for personal injury or losses while using the trail.

Calling All Stewards

Our trail system is fragile and can easily be disrupted. We are committed to working with our landowners & stewards for mutual benefit in order to preserve community trails in Western Pennsylvania for everyone.