Trails Now is a group of local trail supporters who work cooperatively
with the city and county on behalf of the
El Dorado Trail. We advocate,
publicize and strategize on behalf of the trail.
Mission Statement
Trails Now is a non-profit citizen-based organization dedicated to the
planning, acquisition, construction and maintenance of the El Dorado
Trail, a multi-purpose trail envisioned to reach from the Sacramento
County line to Lake Tahoe. We inform and educate the public and
government agencies regarding trail issues. Trails Now generates and
demonstrates evidence of community support for the El Dorado Trail.
We work collaboratively with local, state, and federal agencies, as
well as other citizen groups and committees, to accomplish our mission
of creating, maintaining and supporting the El Dorado Trail.
Vision Statement
Trails Now envisions the El Dorado Trail as a county-wide trail,
utilizing the Southern Pacific railroad right-of-way,
Michigan-California railroad right-of-way, historic trails and
alternative routes. The El Dorado Trail connects to adjacent regional
and national trails. Pedestrians, bicyclists and equestrians of all
ages share the trail for recreational, social and health benefits.
The El Dorado Trail is the backbone of a trail system which provides
alternative transportation and healthy recreation for present and
future generations and develops into an asset to our community, county
and region. Residents and visitors alike enjoy a trail that captures
the natural history and beauty of El Dorado County.
We are pleased to announce that this Trails Now website,
www.TrailsNow.org, has been given a merit award by the
22nd California Trails & Greenways Conference. See a copy of the
award
HERE.