Trails: The Great American Rail Trail

We are working with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and partners in Converse and Natrona County to advance the Great American Rail Trail (GART). The GART trail crosses 3,700 miles and 12 states between Washington, D.C., and Washington state. A roughly 50-mile corridor connecting three towns, each about 25 miles apart (Douglas, Glenrock, and Casper), has been identified as Wyoming’s best option for connectivity. This route would provide an excellent 1–2-day trip with services available in each community.

Wyoming is a critical piece of this national puzzle, and Wyoming Pathways is now partnering in a stronger capacity with the GART team to find the most feasible and community-supported connections across our state. To make sure this potential trail reflects local needs, we are hosting community visioning meetings known as charrettes in 2026 in Lusk, Douglas, Greybull, and Lovell. We can't wait to hear from these communities. More updates to come!

For more information, visit the Great American Rail Trail website: https://www.railstotrails.org/site/greatamericanrailtrail/content/wyoming/