Helena lewis & clark national forest motorized trail maintenance

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a $125,000 formula grant to the Montana Department of Transportation on June 18, 2025, under the Recreational Trails Program (CFDA 20.219) to support trail maintenance and stewardship activities in Montana. The funding supports the Great Falls Trail Bike Riders Association in clearing and maintaining approximately 400 miles of motorized trails across the Little Belts, Castle, and Highwood Mountains within the Helena Lewis & Clark National Forest. This grant represents a direct investment in recreational trail infrastructure maintenance, a core eligible activity under the Recreational Trails Program that supports both motorized and non-motorized recreational trail uses.

The award enables the trail steward organization to conduct sustained maintenance operations that preserve trail accessibility and user experience across a significant mountain trail network. As a formula grant administered through Montana's state transportation agency, the funding allocation reflects the state's apportionment under the Recreational Trails Program, which dedicates a portion of motor fuel excise tax revenues to support state-selected trail projects. The funding structure allows for efficient delivery of trail maintenance services while supporting local trail user organizations in their stewardship responsibilities.

Project description

To fund the great falls trail bike riders association for trail stewards clearing & maintaining 400 miles of trails in the little belts, castle, highwood mountains.