The finish line is in sight for the Eagle Valley Trail (EVT)! After decades of planning and progress, Eagle County is gearing up to complete the final 7.5 miles of this incredible 63-mile trail, which will soon span from the top of Vail Pass to the start of Glenwood Canyon.

The Eagle Valley Trail (EVT) saw remarkable progress in 2024, with several key trail segments completed that significantly enhanced connectivity and safety for trail users. This transformative year brings the vision of a fully connected EVT closer to reality, providing an uninterrupted path through Eagle County for pedestrians and cyclists alike.

The Eagle Valley Trail (EVT) is one step closer to completion, thanks to an exciting new partnership with Group970 Restaurants! From January 15 through December 1, 2025, three beloved local eateries will donate $1.00 to the Eagle Valley Trail for every featured item sold. This promotion is a delicious way to support the trail—a resource that connects our communities and enriches our valley.

Incredible progress in completing the Eagle Valley Trail (EVT) is marked by impressive strides in fundraising, community engagement, and trail connectivity. Here’s a look back at the top 10 achievements that have brought us closer to realizing the vision of a fully connected EVT.

The Eagle Valley Trail is closer to becoming a reality thanks to the incredible support from our community. Your contributions have helped the fundraising committee secure major grants from private foundations and state-wide programs, demonstrating just how powerful local backing can be in leveraging larger investments.

Discover your ultimate fall adventure on the Eagle Valley Trail. Read this blog post for eight perfect leap-peeping locations in Eagle County, Colorado on the EVT.

Use the Eagle Valley Trail to bike, run, walk, roll, and stroll to these eight mountain destinations.

Back for its second year – and better than ever – the Race to Raise Virtual Challenge for the Eagle Valley Trail kicks off on July 22 and lasts through Labor Day. Read this blog post to learn how you can join this virtual challenge!

We all know what summer brings – perfect weather for riding on the EVT! In addition to cycling residents and strolling locals, you’ll also see visitors, skaters and pets. For those who might not be as familiar with Eagle Valley Trail safety, we’ve put together a list of the top things to keep in mind as you use the EVT this summer.

The Eagle Valley Trail is your connection to summer events in Eagle County. Read this blog post to plan your 2024 summer adventures!

Join us on Wednesday, June 26 – which also happens to be Bike to Work Day – for a bike parade and ribbon cuttings for three new sections of the Eagle Valley Trail. Read this blog post to learn how you can join the fun!

We’ve all met a trailblazer – someone who steps forward to cut the trail, volunteers for the hard job, charts the uncharted territory. Throughout the history of the Eagle Valley Trail, many have stepped forward to blaze the trail, turning what started as a grassroots vision into a reality. Learn how Eagle County resident Gary Brooks is one such Trailblazer.

Swapping four tires for two can save more than just gas money – it can also save Eagle County from harmful CO2 emissions. Read this blog post to learn how using the Eagle Valley Trail can help.

Recognized as a “once-in-a-lifetime vision,” Eagle County is one of seven grantees named by the Board of Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), which invests a portion of Colorado Lottery proceeds into outdoor recreation. Read this blog post to learn more about this award!

Since its inception in 1996, the ECO Trails Committee has dedicated expert guidance and time on the Eagle Valley Trail. Read this blog post to learn more about their efforts.

The bridge that stretches across the Eagle River at Mott’s Landing is more than just a bridge. It’s a symbol of generosity and a testament to the dedication longtime Wolcott residents Dave and Sue Mott have to the stewardship and protection of land in Eagle Valley.

Celebrate Bike to Work Day 2022 on the Eagle Valley Trail.

Prior to 1940, if you were making the trek from Denver to western Colorado, your only options were treacherous Shrine Pass or the circuitous route over a two-lane country road to Minturn…