Engage volunteers and partners in planning and design efforts and in the repair rehabilitation of critical facility assets along the appalachian national scenic trail damaged by hurricane helene to…

Federal Cooperative Agreement Summary

On July 9, 2025, the Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded $1,521,763.33 to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy under the National Trails System Projects program (CFDA 15.935) to repair and rehabilitate critical facility assets along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail damaged by Hurricane Helene. The project, scheduled for completion by December 31, 2026, will deliver comprehensive trail restoration services including stabilization of 14 miles of trail tread and erosion control structures, removal of high-risk hazards at 13 overnight sites, and clearing of debris and high-risk trees along 64 miles of trail corridor.

The cooperative agreement emphasizes volunteer engagement and partner collaboration in planning and design efforts to ensure continued visitor access and safety along the trail system. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, a non-profit organization and established cooperative management partner with the National Park Service, will coordinate these restoration activities through its network of volunteers, trail clubs, and partner organizations. This award supports the National Trails System Projects program's core mission to preserve and develop national trail components while maintaining public accessibility through structured volunteer involvement and infrastructure improvements.

Engage volunteers and partners in planning and design efforts and in the repair rehabilitation of critical facility assets along the appalachian national scenic trail damaged by hurricane helene to ensure continued visitor access and safety. This project will stabilize 14 miles of trail tread and erosion control structures, remove high risk at 13 overnight sites and clear debris and high-risk trees along 64 miles of trail corridor.