Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant

Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Funds Distributed: $39,659,005 Grant Cycle Open FY27 cycle open July 1-September 30, 2026. Applications 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? The 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 Cycle Timeline July 1, 2026 Applications open September 30, 2026 at 5:00 MT : Applications close Register for an Info and Q&A Session August 27 at 12:00 MT: bit.ly/4datOWF Have questions? Contact Program Manager Carl Colonius at [email protected] or book a one-on-one meeting . 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 Zuni Youth Enrichment Project: Reconnecting to Land, Culture and Self “The ability to connect our current population to the same paths our ancestors walked for thousands of years is a powerful tool to uplift our cultural identity and values around wellness.” Read The Full Story > Success Story Global Opportunities Unlimited: Building Community Through Adaptive Outdoor Access "Often time's it's ten feet of trail that could be modified slightly to open up ten miles of trail." Read The Full Story > Success Story SNMTA: Community-built connections to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument Southern New Mexico Trail Alliance (SNMTA) – Las Cruces, NM Located just 45 minutes from […] Read The Full Story > Success Story 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 Taos Land Trust Grants Awarded: $365,498 Learn More > Curry County Grants Awarded: $40,000 Learn More > Silver City MainStreet Grants Awarded: $21,754 Learn More > Gila Chapter Back Country Horsemen of New Mexico Grants Awarded: $306,655 Learn More > View All Grant Recipients >

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