GPWTC Suggestions for a Statewide Trails Meeting

The annual Virginia Land Conservation & Greenways Conference (VAULT) meeting in Newport News this past April had a dedicated track for discussing trails. That annual get-together offers a rare opportunity for large and small trail organizations across Virgina to schmooze. The Greater Prince William Trails Coalition (GPWTC) has participated in the VAULT conference for the … Read more

$75 Million in NVTA Funding for Two Trails

The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) on July 9 approved $45 million for the Route 234 Trail at Innovation Park. The project will construct a 10-foot asphalt shared use path on Route 234 (Prince William Parkway) between Route 28 and Sudley Manor Drive and a pedestrian bridge (circled above) crossing over Route 234. The pedestrian … Read more

NVTA Starts Public Engagement for the Next TransAction Plan

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) is now accepting public input for the TransAction Update 2026-2027. That plan identifies priorities and projects for car, transit, bike and foot travel. If you think investmens should be made to improve the existing bike/pedestrian infrastructure and to implement plans for a connected network of multi-mobility trails, submit your ideas … Read more

Joining the Virginia Trails Alliance

Organizations and groups supportive of trails across Virginia have rejuvenated the Virginia Trails Alliance. VTA bylaws were adopted and a new board was elected on June 24. The chair of the Greater Prince William Trails Coalition will serve as one of the seven directors on the board. The Virginia Trails Alliance will provide a mechanism … Read more