Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2026

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 502.

2026-04-02

The federal government would study whether a new long-distance hiking trail called the Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail is feasible to create and maintain across public lands. The study would examine the route, costs, environmental impacts, and management needs for this trail, which would likely span multiple states and serve hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. If approved, this would be the first step toward potentially establishing an official scenic trail system similar to existing trails like the Appalachian Trail.