The trails we all love and treasure are in constant need of preservation and maintenance so that we, and future generations, can continue to enjoy this precious outdoor resource. To this end, onX, the leader in digital navigation technology, has announced the expansion of its Trail Revival Project in partnership with Toyota for a second consecutive year. The initiative, which focuses on restoring and maintaining public land trails across the United States, will grow significantly in 2026, supporting 24 trail restoration and cleanup events nationwide.
The expanded program reflects increasing pressure on public land access as outdoor recreation continues to rise across the country. At the same time, many volunteer trail organizations—historically responsible for maintaining off-road routes—are experiencing declining participation. These groups collectively contribute more than 2.6 million hours of service annually, a workload equivalent to over 1,700 full-time employees. However, reduced volunteer engagement, combined with limited staffing and funding among land management agencies, has left many trails vulnerable to erosion, overgrowth, storm damage, and illegal dumping.
The Trail Revival Project is designed to address this growing gap by mobilizing volunteers, supporting local off-road clubs, and working alongside land managers to restore and maintain access to these routes. Toyota returns as a key partner in 2026, contributing funding, vehicles, and logistical support to enable the initiative’s expanded reach.
The program builds on measurable outcomes from its first year. In 2025, the Trail Revival Project brought together more than 400 volunteers across 14 projects in 13 states. Those efforts resulted in over 2,400 hours of trail work, helping to restore 30 trails and nearly 50 miles of access routes. Activities included clearing debris, repairing drainage systems, removing trash, and conducting general maintenance to ensure trails remained usable and environmentally sustainable.
For 2026, the initiative has already scheduled a series of events across a broad geographic range. These include:
- April 25: Mendocino National Forest, California
- April 25: Coeur d’Alene National Forest, Idaho
- June 6: Langlade County OHV Trails, Wisconsin (Rain Date June 11)
- June 28: White River National Forest, Colorado
- June 28: Salmon-Challis National Forest, Idaho
- July 26–August 8: Pioneer Trail, Carson National Forest, New Mexico
- August 8: Arapeen OHV Trail System, Utah
According to Griffen Gilbert, onX Offroad Community Marketing Manager, the initiative is rooted in the principle that access to public lands must be supported by active stewardship. He noted that trails require ongoing maintenance and that the project aims to support the agencies, clubs, and volunteers responsible for that work.
Toyota has emphasized a similar perspective in its continued involvement. Group Vice President of Toyota Marketing Mike Tripp, stated that while Toyota trucks are designed for recreational use, the brand recognizes a responsibility to help preserve the environments where those activities take place. The company’s role in the program includes providing vehicles and resources to assist volunteers in completing restoration tasks.
The Trail Revival Project reflects a broader shift within the off-road and overland community toward structured, collaborative stewardship efforts. As access to public lands becomes increasingly dependent on responsible use and active maintenance, initiatives such as this aim to create a sustainable model for keeping trails open.
Participation in the program remains open to the public, with opportunities for individuals to volunteer at scheduled events or for local organizations to apply to host projects in their areas. By combining corporate support, community engagement, and coordination with land managers, the Trail Revival Project seeks to address both the immediate and long-term challenges facing trail access across the United States.
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