East Coast Greenway Alliance
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Connecting people to place | Developing a 3,000-mile active bicycle and pedestrian route from Maine to Florida | greenway.org
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Since the East Coast Greenway Alliance’s founding in 1991, our advocacy efforts have led to continued expansion of the East Coast Greenway, mile by mile, through cities, towns and rural communities along the East Coast, making us one of the most visited parks in America:
Big news for the future of the East Coast Greenway in New Jersey!
"The plan supports converting elevated rail corridors into greenways, naming both the Bergen Arches and the 6th Street Embankment as examples."
"The plan supports converting elevated rail corridors into greenways, naming both the Bergen Arches and the 6th Street Embankment as examples."
Jersey City Planning Board Approves Transportation Master Plan Amendments
Jersey City just rewrote its transportation playbook for the first time in 13 years. Here's what's coming.
hoodline.com
October 2, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Big news for the future of the East Coast Greenway in New Jersey!
"The plan supports converting elevated rail corridors into greenways, naming both the Bergen Arches and the 6th Street Embankment as examples."
"The plan supports converting elevated rail corridors into greenways, naming both the Bergen Arches and the 6th Street Embankment as examples."
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Ashland sits at the intersection of US Bicycle Routes 1 & 76, while @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social passes through town, and Fall Line trail is connected, making it a natural destination for cyclists traveling through Virginia.
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A Ride at the Center of It All in Ashland, VA
In Ashland, Virginia, the adventure starts at the center. Known as the “Center of the Universe,” this charming town offers an ideal home base for
www.blueridgeoutdoors.com
September 29, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Ashland sits at the intersection of US Bicycle Routes 1 & 76, while @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social passes through town, and Fall Line trail is connected, making it a natural destination for cyclists traveling through Virginia.
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“Having safer crossings for pedestrians, having protected bike lanes for cyclists, and then just generally a safer area for people using transit and driving will be much better and much improved.”
Billy Penn on a key future Greenway connection in Philly:
Billy Penn on a key future Greenway connection in Philly:
An update on Philly’s Spring Garden Connector project
Connecting the Delaware River and Schuylkill River trails via Spring Garden Street is part of a larger project connecting bike and walking trails from Florida to Maine.
billypenn.com
September 16, 2026 at 8:06 PM
“Having safer crossings for pedestrians, having protected bike lanes for cyclists, and then just generally a safer area for people using transit and driving will be much better and much improved.”
Billy Penn on a key future Greenway connection in Philly:
Billy Penn on a key future Greenway connection in Philly:
"A well-designed greenway doesn’t just protect people; it changes how everyone moves through shared space."
Op-Ed | An investment in greenways is an investment in safety | amNewYork
The good news is that the vision already exists: it's laid out in New York City Greater Greenways, the citywide plan to improve greenways and connect
www.amny.com
September 10, 2026 at 6:57 PM
"A well-designed greenway doesn’t just protect people; it changes how everyone moves through shared space."
"We’re opening a new connection between neighborhoods, parks, businesses, schools and the natural beauty that makes Amelia Island such a special place."
A look at Florida's newest East Coast Greenway segment:
A look at Florida's newest East Coast Greenway segment:
Amelia Island Celebrates Completion of 3.2-Mile Parkway Trail - Fernandina Observer
Nassau County officials on Wednesday celebrated the completion of the Amelia Island Parkway Trail, a multi-modal pathway designed for pedestrians and cyclists. County and city officials and staffers, ...
www.fernandinaobserver.org
August 31, 2026 at 12:36 PM
"We’re opening a new connection between neighborhoods, parks, businesses, schools and the natural beauty that makes Amelia Island such a special place."
A look at Florida's newest East Coast Greenway segment:
A look at Florida's newest East Coast Greenway segment:
"Boston is becoming a world-class hub for two-wheeled adventures."
@bostonglobe.com shares one suggestion featuring the East Coast Greenway, "perfect for late summer through fall."
@bostonglobe.com shares one suggestion featuring the East Coast Greenway, "perfect for late summer through fall."
A bike-to-ferry day trip, perfect for late summer and fall in New England - The Boston Globe
Boston is becoming a world-class hub for two-wheeled adventures.
www.bostonglobe.com
August 24, 2026 at 7:47 PM
"Boston is becoming a world-class hub for two-wheeled adventures."
@bostonglobe.com shares one suggestion featuring the East Coast Greenway, "perfect for late summer through fall."
@bostonglobe.com shares one suggestion featuring the East Coast Greenway, "perfect for late summer through fall."
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Enjoy this short excerpt from Episode 353, featuring Allison Burson, the National Greenways Director with the @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social. youtube.com/shorts/5kRjS...
Ep 353 Allison Burson East Coast Greenway Vision #shorts
YouTube video by Active Towns
youtube.com
August 22, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Enjoy this short excerpt from Episode 353, featuring Allison Burson, the National Greenways Director with the @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social. youtube.com/shorts/5kRjS...
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First time on the Chester Riverfront trail that’s a part of the @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social! A pleasant surprise to have a dedicated bike path along Highland Ave and the waterfront.
August 22, 2026 at 9:12 PM
First time on the Chester Riverfront trail that’s a part of the @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social! A pleasant surprise to have a dedicated bike path along Highland Ave and the waterfront.
"Nearby trails show another side of the region’s evolution. In Moosup, a new connection along the Moosup Valley State Park Trail helps advance the East Coast Greenway – a planned 3,000-mile biking and walking route from Maine to Florida."
Full coverage from @wcvb5.bsky.social:
Full coverage from @wcvb5.bsky.social:
Brooklyn Fair, Mike’s Stand and East Coast Greenway showcase northeastern Connecticut
Agriculture, family-run food and outdoor recreation tell the story of a corner of Connecticut where summer traditions continue to evolve
www.wcvb.com
August 18, 2026 at 5:21 PM
"Nearby trails show another side of the region’s evolution. In Moosup, a new connection along the Moosup Valley State Park Trail helps advance the East Coast Greenway – a planned 3,000-mile biking and walking route from Maine to Florida."
Full coverage from @wcvb5.bsky.social:
Full coverage from @wcvb5.bsky.social:
"This trail really represents, as I said, decades of hard work, but more importantly, connectivity to a much larger trail system, and we're really pleased to be part of advancing the East Coast Greenway,"
New Eastern Trail 'Close the Gap' project in Southern Maine opens 15 months early
A new 1.6-mile section of the Eastern Trail connecting Scarborough and South Portland is now open, creating a trail from Bug Light to downtown Saco.
www.wmtw.com
August 7, 2026 at 3:07 PM
"This trail really represents, as I said, decades of hard work, but more importantly, connectivity to a much larger trail system, and we're really pleased to be part of advancing the East Coast Greenway,"
“We now have 50 million bike rides, runs and walks on completed segments of the East Coast Greenway. But we’ve only just begun. We aim to double that by 2030, and I know that this section can double its use by 2030, as well, as these pieces come together.”
NH Seacoast Greenway opens in Hampton area; East Coast rail trail grows
A new segment of the NH Seacoast Greenway, part of the approximately 3,000-mile East Coast rail trail, is ready for public use.
seacoastonline.com
August 5, 2026 at 7:29 PM
“We now have 50 million bike rides, runs and walks on completed segments of the East Coast Greenway. But we’ve only just begun. We aim to double that by 2030, and I know that this section can double its use by 2030, as well, as these pieces come together.”
Big news for Maine's Eastern Trail segment of the East Coast Greenway!
Next week, Alliance officials will celebrate the opening of the Close the Gap project, an important 1.6-mile Eastern Trail segment between South Portland and Scarborough:
Next week, Alliance officials will celebrate the opening of the Close the Gap project, an important 1.6-mile Eastern Trail segment between South Portland and Scarborough:
Long-anticipated 'Close the Gap' project on Eastern Trail nears completion
Excitement is building as the section of the Eastern Trail that has been created through the "Close the Gap" project is about to be unveiled.
www.wmtw.com
July 29, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Big news for Maine's Eastern Trail segment of the East Coast Greenway!
Next week, Alliance officials will celebrate the opening of the Close the Gap project, an important 1.6-mile Eastern Trail segment between South Portland and Scarborough:
Next week, Alliance officials will celebrate the opening of the Close the Gap project, an important 1.6-mile Eastern Trail segment between South Portland and Scarborough:
"As part of the East Coast Greenway network, the West Ashley Greenway connects Charleston’s outdoor recreation opportunities with a larger regional trail system."
Every Mile Was Worth It on These 13 South Carolina Rail Trails
The best kind of journey is sometimes the one where you stop counting the miles and start noticing everything along the way. A former railroad bridge stretching over a river, a shaded path beneath tow...
familyvacationsus.com
July 22, 2026 at 8:34 PM
"As part of the East Coast Greenway network, the West Ashley Greenway connects Charleston’s outdoor recreation opportunities with a larger regional trail system."
"The Seacoast Greenway provides a convenient route for walking, running and cycling while connecting several Seacoast communities."
The New Hampshire segment of the East Coast Greenway is one of the best ways to make it an active summer in Portsmouth:
The New Hampshire segment of the East Coast Greenway is one of the best ways to make it an active summer in Portsmouth:
Make It An Active Summer In Portsmouth, NH: 10 Ways To Get Moving
Discover local parks, waterfront activities, sports, and recreation opportunities in Portsmouth to help you stay active this summer.
patch.com
July 16, 2026 at 2:53 PM
"The Seacoast Greenway provides a convenient route for walking, running and cycling while connecting several Seacoast communities."
The New Hampshire segment of the East Coast Greenway is one of the best ways to make it an active summer in Portsmouth:
The New Hampshire segment of the East Coast Greenway is one of the best ways to make it an active summer in Portsmouth:
“We know the strong connection between physical and mental health, and the Air Line Trail is a tremendous resource our residents can utilize to unlock the health benefits of outdoor exercise."
Big Connecticut funding news:
Big Connecticut funding news:
www.fox61.com
July 9, 2026 at 7:14 PM
“We know the strong connection between physical and mental health, and the Air Line Trail is a tremendous resource our residents can utilize to unlock the health benefits of outdoor exercise."
Big Connecticut funding news:
Big Connecticut funding news:
The East Coast Greenway Alliance team loves meeting the people who bring the spirit of the Greenway to life. This spring, we had the opportunity to connect with and learn from three unique and meaningful long-distance rides on the Greenway.
Celebrating three remarkable Greenway journeys | East Coast Greenway
Denise and Barb St. Pierre Executive Director Dennis Markatos-Soriano with Gaz and Bec Wilkes Jodie Knox
greenway.org
June 11, 2026 at 3:20 PM
The East Coast Greenway Alliance team loves meeting the people who bring the spirit of the Greenway to life. This spring, we had the opportunity to connect with and learn from three unique and meaningful long-distance rides on the Greenway.
"For road cycling, check out the East Coast Greenway, a 3,000-mile route that’s developing from the southern tip of Florida to the Canadian border in eastern Maine."
Outside's summer recommendations for Maine include exploring the Greenway:
Outside's summer recommendations for Maine include exploring the Greenway:
I'm a Registered Maine Guide. This Is the Ultimate Maine Summer Bucket List.
These seven classic Maine summer adventures live up to the "Vacationland" hype.
www.outsideonline.com
June 10, 2026 at 3:15 PM
"For road cycling, check out the East Coast Greenway, a 3,000-mile route that’s developing from the southern tip of Florida to the Canadian border in eastern Maine."
Outside's summer recommendations for Maine include exploring the Greenway:
Outside's summer recommendations for Maine include exploring the Greenway:
"Of all of the greenway projects underway in America, the East Coast Greenway is by far the most ambitious."
Jen Murphy of Type 2 Traveler has a closer look at how the Greenway "is unifying communities, helping to restore landscapes, and creating 'havens of health' in urban areas."
Jen Murphy of Type 2 Traveler has a closer look at how the Greenway "is unifying communities, helping to restore landscapes, and creating 'havens of health' in urban areas."
A Bike Trail that Connects Moose to Manatees
The Executive Director of the East Coast Greenway Alliance talks about the 3,000-mile trail that's creating havens of health and restoring ecosystems from Maine to Florida.
type2traveler.substack.com
June 2, 2026 at 6:17 PM
"Of all of the greenway projects underway in America, the East Coast Greenway is by far the most ambitious."
Jen Murphy of Type 2 Traveler has a closer look at how the Greenway "is unifying communities, helping to restore landscapes, and creating 'havens of health' in urban areas."
Jen Murphy of Type 2 Traveler has a closer look at how the Greenway "is unifying communities, helping to restore landscapes, and creating 'havens of health' in urban areas."
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People love trails!
The NH Seacoast Greenway, part of the East Coast Greenway, "sees up to 1,200 users on weekends and 500 on weekdays." And that's with only Phase 1A done.
@eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social
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The NH Seacoast Greenway, part of the East Coast Greenway, "sees up to 1,200 users on weekends and 500 on weekdays." And that's with only Phase 1A done.
@eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social
www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/l...
Portsmouth rail trail use surges: What's coming next and how to help
Portsmouth's section of NH Seacoast Greenway, the rail trail, attracts up to 1,200 people per weekend. Here's how you can access it and help it grow.
www.seacoastonline.com
May 12, 2026 at 5:05 AM
People love trails!
The NH Seacoast Greenway, part of the East Coast Greenway, "sees up to 1,200 users on weekends and 500 on weekdays." And that's with only Phase 1A done.
@eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social
www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/l...
The NH Seacoast Greenway, part of the East Coast Greenway, "sees up to 1,200 users on weekends and 500 on weekdays." And that's with only Phase 1A done.
@eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social
www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/l...
A new signature pedestrian bridge is open on the Black Creek Greenway segment of the East Coast Greenway in Cary, North Carolina!
Full story from @newsobserver.com:
Full story from @newsobserver.com:
Renewed greenway trail and a signature pedestrian bridge open in Cary
The bridge alongside Northwest Cary Parkway crosses Black Creek and the greenway trail that runs alongside it.
www.newsobserver.com
May 19, 2026 at 3:12 PM
A new signature pedestrian bridge is open on the Black Creek Greenway segment of the East Coast Greenway in Cary, North Carolina!
Full story from @newsobserver.com:
Full story from @newsobserver.com:
"We're committed to expanding access to bike paths across the city."
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott made a big announcement today to kick off National Bike to Work Week:
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott made a big announcement today to kick off National Bike to Work Week:
Mayor pledges 17 new miles of bike lanes over 3 years
Baltimore is committing to building 17 new miles of bike lanes across the city, the mayor announced Monday to kick off National Bike to Work Week.
www.wbaltv.com
May 11, 2026 at 6:44 PM
"We're committed to expanding access to bike paths across the city."
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott made a big announcement today to kick off National Bike to Work Week:
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott made a big announcement today to kick off National Bike to Work Week:
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"This Bike Month, Let’s Pedal More to Cut Pain at the Pump"
Please read this commentary by our friend, Dennis Markatos-Soriano, executive director of @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social.
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Please read this commentary by our friend, Dennis Markatos-Soriano, executive director of @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social.
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Commentary: This Bike Month, Let’s Pedal More to Cut Pain at the Pump — Streetsblog USA
As gas prices set record highs, biking is a cost-effective (and fun!) alternative
usa.streetsblog.org
April 30, 2026 at 2:28 PM
"This Bike Month, Let’s Pedal More to Cut Pain at the Pump"
Please read this commentary by our friend, Dennis Markatos-Soriano, executive director of @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social.
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Please read this commentary by our friend, Dennis Markatos-Soriano, executive director of @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social.
usa.streetsblog.org/2026/04/30/c... via @usa.streetsblog.org
"I'm not an athlete. I'm a 44-year-old woman just doing this crazy thing. If I can do this, I feel like people are capable of more than they give themselves credit for."
ABC 11/WTVD with a look at Jodie Knox's inspirational East Coast Greenway ride:
ABC 11/WTVD with a look at Jodie Knox's inspirational East Coast Greenway ride:
Coast Guard veteran arrives in NC halfway through 2,000‑mile charity bike ride
A retired Coast Guard veteran is biking 2,000+ miles to support the Wounded Warrior Project and Achilles International.
abc11.com
May 4, 2026 at 3:05 PM
"I'm not an athlete. I'm a 44-year-old woman just doing this crazy thing. If I can do this, I feel like people are capable of more than they give themselves credit for."
ABC 11/WTVD with a look at Jodie Knox's inspirational East Coast Greenway ride:
ABC 11/WTVD with a look at Jodie Knox's inspirational East Coast Greenway ride:
The Border to Boston Trail is a partially complete and envisioned 70-mile segment of the East Coast Greenway that will link 20 communities from Boston north to the New Hampshire border.
Learn more about this key ongoing East Coast Greenway project:
Learn more about this key ongoing East Coast Greenway project:
Projects: Border to Boston Trail | East Coast Greenway
The Border to Boston Trail is an important project in the continued development of the East Coast Greenway trail linking Maine to Florida.
greenway.org
April 28, 2026 at 6:27 PM
The Border to Boston Trail is a partially complete and envisioned 70-mile segment of the East Coast Greenway that will link 20 communities from Boston north to the New Hampshire border.
Learn more about this key ongoing East Coast Greenway project:
Learn more about this key ongoing East Coast Greenway project:
"The bike path just adds so much to the quality of our life."
Tremendous news for a favorite stretch of the East Coast Greenway in Rhode Island:
Tremendous news for a favorite stretch of the East Coast Greenway in Rhode Island:
East Bay Bike Path bridges reopen after $26M rebuild
Bikers, walkers, and runners alike have a lot to celebrate on the East Bay.
turnto10.com
April 10, 2026 at 4:52 PM
"The bike path just adds so much to the quality of our life."
Tremendous news for a favorite stretch of the East Coast Greenway in Rhode Island:
Tremendous news for a favorite stretch of the East Coast Greenway in Rhode Island: