Surface trails - foothills conservancy's OAK hill community park & forest trails - phase II

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) a Formula Grant of $125,000.00 under the Recreational Trails Program (CFDA 20.219) on September 9, 2025, for the construction of 4.3 miles of new natural surface trails at the Foothills Conservancy's Oak Hill Community Park and Forest Trails project in North Carolina. This Phase II initiative will develop hiking and intermediate mountain biking trails that form the backbone of an expanding trail network, with the project scheduled for completion by September 21, 2030.

The Recreational Trails Program provides formula-based grants to states for developing and maintaining recreational trails and trail-related facilities serving both motorized and non-motorized users. Eligible uses include trail construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation—which directly align with this award's focus on new trail development. The funding represents a portion of motor fuel excise tax revenues designated to enhance recreational access and environmental stewardship across the state.

Project description

Foothills conservancy's OAK hill community park & forest trails - phase II of the project is for the construction of 4.3 miles of new natural surface trails for hiking/intermediate mountain biking trails. The new trails will form the backbone of the expanding trail network.