Project Assistance & Expertise


Available Assistance Planning, Developing, & Implementing Trail Projects

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Resource Information Management

The RIM team helps partners with the world of GPS, GIS, mapping, metadata, and more.

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Products

NPS Websites & App, Site Certification, Site ID signs, Exhibits, and more. Learn about NHT Products.

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Certification

View this webpage to find out how to certify your historic trail property and become part of the national historic trail.

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The National Historic Trail Logos

Discover how to obtain and use the official, copyrighted National Historic Trail Logos.

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Planning

Find information and updates on existing plans and resources for future planning.

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History

Researching, documenting, and working with you to share the history along the national historic trails.

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How to Create Your Sign Plan

Help travelers find the national historic trails and explore our shared heritage by creating a sign plan for your site.

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Interpretation and Education

Assistance developing interpretive media, personal and educational services, interpretive plans, outreach, and traditional NPS products.

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NPS App & NPS Trail Websites

Learn how your site can be included in the NPS app and national historic trail websites.

Last updated: January 7, 2026

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