US Bicycle Route System Begins Connecting America

A planned nationwide network of routes and trails will connect communities all over the country, creating alternatives to car travel and countless recreational opportunities. States can apply to incorporate their trail network into the Route System. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHaood reports that 19 states have already begun planning and implementation.

The plan is intended to reflect the nation’s growing desire for more choices — and the reality that cities and counties are beginning to promote different ways of getting around.

To learn more visit the Department of Transportation web site.