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Bay Area Ridge Trail: National Scenic Trail Study

Also known as: Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act

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Key Points

  • This bill, introduced by Mr. Schiff, asks the Department of the Interior to study whether the Bay Area Ridge Trail should become an official "national scenic trail." This is a special title given to the most beautiful and important long-distance trails in the country.
  • The trail is about 550 miles long and circles the hills and mountains around the San Francisco Bay. Right now, about 415 miles are finished, while another 140 miles still need to be built to complete the full loop.
  • If the trail gets this national status, it could lead to more federal support for finishing the remaining sections. The trail connects over 75 different parks and provides outdoor space for millions of people living in or visiting the Bay Area.
  • The government must finish the study within one year. During that time, officials will talk to local groups and state agencies to see if the trail meets the high standards required for national recognition.

Milestones

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Jan 28, 2026Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Jan 28, 2026

Introduced in Senate

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act

Bill NumberS 3720
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

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