Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant

Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Funds Distributed: $39,659,005 Grant Cycle Closed Closed January 31, 2026. FY27 cycle opens July 1, 2026. Trails+ Grant Guide Please review our Grant Guide to learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements. View English Guide Ver la guía en español The Trails+ Grant program is a statewide initiative by the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division that invests in trails and outdoor infrastructure to support healthy communities, local economies, and long-term access to nature. This competitive grant funds the improvement of outdoor space, including trails, river parks, wildlife viewing more. The Trails+ Grant supports projects that get people outside, improve access to public lands, and help communities across New Mexico connect with nature in meaningful, sustainable ways. The program prioritizes equitable outdoor access, especially in historically underserved areas, while promoting stewardship of New Mexico’s diverse landscapes. Since its launch in 2020, ORD has distributed $39.7 million Trails+ Grant awards to support 281 outdoor infrastructure projects across 29 counties and has supported an estimated 2,650 jobs. Explore Past Projects Want to see how Trails+ Grant is making a difference? View the Grant Recipient Database and Grant Distribution Map . Who Can Apply? Trails+ Grant is open to a wide range of public and nonprofit entities in New Mexico, including: Nations Municipalities and Counties Nonprofits (Tier 1 and Tier 2 only) Public districts Public colleges and universities Soil and Water Conservation Districts Acequia and Land Grant Associations FY27 Grant Timeline and Funding Applications open Wednesday, July 1-Wednesday, September 1 at 5:00pm MT Have questions? Contact Program Manager Carl Colonius at [email protected] or book a one-on-one meeting . View the December 10, 2025 info and Q&A session to learn more. Grant Distribution Funding breakdown by program: Trails+: $39,659,005 Outdoor Equity Fund: $10,521,554 Outdoor Marketing Grant: $846,871 Total funds distributed by all programs: $51,027,430 Success Story Warning : Undefined variable $recipient_object in /home/domains/nmoutside.com/public/wp-content/themes/nmoutside/page-trails-plus.php on line 121 Warning : Attempt to read property "ID" on null in /home/domains/nmoutside.com/public/wp-content/themes/nmoutside/page-trails-plus.php on line 121 SNMTA: Building connections to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument Southern New Mexico Trail Alliance (SNMTA) – Las Cruces, NM Read The Full Story > Success Story Warning : Undefined variable $recipient_object in /home/domains/nmoutside.com/public/wp-content/themes/nmoutside/page-trails-plus.php on line 121 Warning : Attempt to read property "ID" on null in /home/domains/nmoutside.com/public/wp-content/themes/nmoutside/page-trails-plus.php on line 121 Cibola Trail Alliance – Building Trails and strengthening community in Cibola County “Trails provide a healthy lifestyle for people. They allow people to get together and recreate,” he said. “It provides a peace for me to be outdoors enjoying what God has created.” Read The Full Story > Featured Recipients City of Tucumcari Grants Awarded: $99,982 Learn More > Wild Arizona Grants Awarded: $197,458 Learn More > Santa Fe Botanical Garden Grants Awarded: $223,999 Learn More > Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project Grants Awarded: $115,000 Learn More > View All Grant Recipients >

Please review our Grant Guide to learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements. View English Guide