Deadline Extended for Maine Trails Program Grant
The application deadline for the Maine Trails Program has been extended to July 17.
The Maine Trails Program is adopting a new online grant application portal for the upcoming grant round. To allow time for implementation of the new system and to ensure applicants have adequate time to submit their applications, the application deadline has been extended to July 17, 2026.
Grant applications will be submitted through the new online portal. Paper applications will be accepted on a limited basis. While the method of submission is changing, the application requirements are not. The application questions, required attachments, and supporting documentation will remain the same as originally published in the Program Guidance document.
Additional information about accessing and using the online portal will be provided in the coming weeks.
The Maine Trails Program (MTP) is a statewide initiative to support the design and development of trails for outdoor recreation and active transportation. Created by the Maine Legislature in 2024, the program is administered by the Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL) within the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. With $30 million in state funding available through 2034, the program supports motorized, nonmotorized, and multi-use trails across Maine. Up to $7.5 million per year may be awarded to trail projects to leverage at least $3 million in public and private matching contributions. To ensure transparency and community input, the Maine Trails Advisory Committee—made up of representatives from both motorized and nonmotorized trail interests—provides guidance to the program and helps evaluate and recommend eligible projects for funding.