2026 Sustainable Trails Conference
Boise, ID
April 14-16, 2026
Connect with over 300 trail professionals, advocates, and land managers at this event focused on progress and innovation in the trail industry.
More details will be posted in August and September 2025 including:
Registration
Call for Presentations
Hotel Block Information
Workshops will be posted in November 2025
About the Conference
Who: Trail professionals, advocates, planners, and builders from private, public, academic, and nonprofit sectors.
What: 2.5 days of technical training, collaborative education, networking, field-based learning, and trail exploration
Where: Boise, Idaho, the ultimate trail town with 190+ miles of trails just steps from downtown!
Why: To learn, connect, and explore!
What to Expect
Insightful Sessions & Expert Speakers
Explore the latest trends shaping the trail industry—including best practices, workforce development, and evolving standards. Sessions will feature leading voices in the field, curated through a combination of a call for presentations and targeted speaker invitations.
Hands-On Learning & Technical Workshops
Deepen your skills and understanding across all phases of trail development through concurrent sessions, roundtable discussions, and interactive workshops focused on real-world application and technical know-how.
Dirt Demo Experience
Get behind the controls of mechanized trail equipment and experience trails firsthand. The Dirt Demo offers a unique opportunity to test tools, techniques, and technology in the field.
On-the-Trail Learning
Take your learning outside with guided group rides, walk-and-talks, and live demonstrations designed to bring trail concepts to life in real environments.
Connect & Collaborate
Enjoy plenty of opportunities to network and build community through social events, informal meetups, and collaborative discussions with peers from across the industry.
Schedule-at-a-Glance
Tuesday, April 14
7:30 - 9:00 am: Registration;
Coffee and light breakfast
9:15 - 10:30 am: Keynotes + Panels
10:30 - 11:00 am: Break
11:00 - 11:45 am: General session
12:00 - 1:15 pm: Lunch
1:20 - 2:20 pm: Trail Expo Exclusive
2:30 - 3:30 pm: Breakout Sessions
3:30 - 4:00 pm: Break
4:00 - 5:00 pm: Breakout Sessions
5:00 - 7:00 pm: Happy Hour
Wednesday, April 15
7:30 - 8:45 am: Coffee and light breakfast
8:45 - 9:45 am: Breakout sessions
9:45 - 10:15 am: Break
10:15 - 11:15 am: Breakout sessions
11:30 - 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:15 - 2:15 pm: Breakout Sessions
2:30 - 5:30 pm: Dirt Demo
5:30: Dinner on your own
Thursday, April 16
7:30 - 9:00 am: Farewell Breakfast
9:30 - 10:30 am: Breakout Session
10:30 - 11:00 am: Break
11:00 - 12:00 pm: Breakout Session
Conference Ends
Our Site: Boise, ID
The Visit Boise website says it all: Part Rugged, Part Refined - the city you’d want to have a beer with!
The conference will be held at the Boise Centre - in the heart of downtown. From there, outdoor adventures are just steps away. Hundreds of miles of trails are around the corner from the city center. A river runs through the heart of our city, and it’s almost all walkable so you can skip the car if you want.
➡️ The Hiker’s Guide to Wildflower Season
➡️ Mountain Biking the Ridge to Rivers Trail System
And Boise is a culinary adventure, from farm-fresh restaurants and global food trucks to lounges, pubs, and eateries of every style. The city also boasts a downtown distillery, 20+ breweries, and local wineries.
Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities
Don’t miss this opportunity to build your brand and introduce your product, service, and company to this international gathering of trail professionals! Get noticed by 300+ attendees!