New York–New Jersey Trail Conference
Non-profit OrganizationsNew Jersey, United States51-200 Employees
The New York–New Jersey Trail Conference is a nonprofit organization focused on building, maintaining, and protecting more than 2,100 miles of public trails across the Northeast. Its work is powered by volunteers and conducted in collaboration with conservation partners to keep trails safe, sustainable, and accessible for future generations. Based in Mahwah, New Jersey, and founded in 1920, the organization operates within the broader trail and land conservation sector, supporting a network of pathways and landscapes that are used by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The group emphasizes stewardship and the protection of shared natural spaces through ongoing trail maintenance and conservation efforts. Recent activity highlights collaboration and program impact. The conference formalized a partnership with The Open Space Institute to continue stewarding and enhancing the Long Path and Shawangunk Ridge Trail, alongside creating new trail experiences on protected lands. It also announced receipt of state funds through an invasive species grant program, reflecting ongoing engagement in environmental management and conservation-related initiatives.