Recreational trail categories.

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  • (1) cross-state trails that connect scenic, natural, historic, geologic, geographic, or other significant features;
  • (2) water-oriented trails that provide a path to or along lakes, streams, or reservoirs;
  • (3) scenic-access trails that give access to recreation, scenic, natural, historic, or cultural areas;
  • (4) urban trails that connect parks, scenic and natural areas, historical sites, and neighboring communities within a county of the first or second class; and
  • (5) interpretive trails that identify:
    • (a) historic routes; and
    • (b) significant natural features.




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