Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP)

Provider

Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED)

Application Deadline

May 31, 2025

Summary

Through the Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP), PA DCED supports the planning, acquisition, development, rehabilitation, and repair of greenways, recreational trails, open space, parks, and beautification projects.

Common Eligible Projects

Funding is provided under the following categories:

• Public Park and Recreation Areas: Rehabilitation and development of public indoor and/or outdoor park, recreation, and
  conservation areas and facilities Property may be acquired for active and/or passive recreation use to create new park
  and recreation areas and/or expand existing recreational sites.
  
  
• Greenways and Trails: Renovation and development of linear public facilities, such as bicycle, walking, equestrian,
  snowmobile, and nature trails; passive recreation areas; riparian forest buffers; wetland boardwalks; and
  observation decks. Related support facilities such as access roads, parking areas, walks, comfort stations,
  lighting, landscaping, and signage are also eligible.
  
  
• Rivers Conservation: Enhancement of rivers, streams, and watersheds for recreational purposes.
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  A link to a full list of FY22 Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Awards is available here.

More Information

https://dced.pa.gov/programs/greenways-trails-and-recreation-program-gtrp/