Adventure Cycling Association

Roadless public lands protect some of the most remote and iconic landscapes used for long-distance bike travel, keeping them open for recreation while limiting road building and large-scale development.

Right now, those protections are under threat. The USDA is considering rescinding the Roadless Rule, which would roll back protections across millions of acres of National Forest land and thousands of miles of trails. Without it, areas currently open for backcountry riding could be opened to logging and road construction.

Many of Adventure Cycling’s routes, including the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and our newest route Golden Gravel Trail, rely on access to these landscapes. Protecting them is essential to preserve long-distance bike travel.

Adventure Cycling is supporting efforts led by the Outdoor Alliance to defend the Roadless Rule.

Take action through Outdoor Alliance’s campaign to contact decision makers and protect roadless public lands by sharing why backcountry riding and recreation matter to you.

Congress is currently shaping the next federal transportation bill, which determines how trails and active transportation infrastructure are funded and maintained nationwide. Programs like Transportation Alternatives and the Recreational Trails Program provide critical funding for the trail networks that support safe, connected bike travel.

Adventure Cycling is supporting efforts led by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy to protect and expand these critical programs.

Take action through Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s campaign to write your elected officials and protect federal funding for trails by sharing why trail access matters to you and your community.

The U.S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) is a growing national network of bicycle routes connecting communities across the country. More than 24,000 miles have been designated in partnership with state agencies and national leaders.

Adventure Cycling has coordinated its growth since 2003, and continued support is essential to expand and strengthen the network.

Explore the U.S. Bicycle Route System and see how it connects communities and expands access to long-distance bike travel across the country.

Passenger rail plays a critical role in long-distance bike travel, helping riders reach starting points, return from trips, and navigate complex or remote sections of a route.

For many Adventure Cycling routes, train access is what makes a trip possible. But inconsistent policies, limited bike space, and complex reservation systems can make it difficult for riders to bring their bikes on board.

Right now, efforts are underway to improve how bicycles are accommodated on Amtrak. Adventure Cycling is participating in the Amtrak Bike Task Force, led by the League of American Bicyclists, to help advance these improvements.

Riders are encouraged to complete a short survey to ensure the needs and experiences of long-distance bike travelers are reflected in future policies.