Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant
Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Funds Distributed: $30,630,297
Grant Cycle Now Open
Opens July 1, 2025
Trails+ Grant Guide
Please review our Grant Guide to learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements.
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 planning, development, and improvement of outdoor spaces—including trails, river parks, wildlife viewing areas, trailheads, signage, and more. 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 rural, Tribal, and historically underserved areas, while promoting stewardship of New Mexico’s diverse landscapes.
Since its launch in 2020, ORD has awarded 226 Trails+ grants, distributing over $30 million to projects in 30 counties and 11 Tribal communities.
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:
- Tribes, Pueblos, and Nations
- Municipalities and Counties
- Nonprofits (Tier 1 and Tier 2 only)
- Public schools, preschools, and districts
- Public colleges and universities
- Soil and Water Conservation Districts
- Acequia and Land Grant Associations
FY26 Grant Timeline and Funding
A total of $7.2 million in Trails+ Grant funding is available in Fiscal Year 2026, split across two application rounds:
- Round 1: July 1 – September 30, 2025
- Round 2: November 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026
Have questions?
Contact Program Manager Carl Colonius at carl.colonius@edd.nm.gov, or book a one-on-one meeting.
Grant Distribution
Funding breakdown by program:
- Trails+: $30,630,297
- Outdoor Equity Fund: $6,484,654
- Outdoor Marketing Grant: $846,871
Total funds distributed by all programs:
$37,961,822
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