The Trail Stewardship Program was established following the 2019 Legislative Session when Senate Bill 24 was passed into law. Funding for TSP comes from a portion of Montana’s $9 light vehicle registration fee, as well as a portion of marijuana tax revenue. Since its establishment TSP has awarded approximately $7.6 million to over 180 projects across the state focused on the development, renovation, and maintenance of trails and trailside facilities.
The 2026 application cycle is now closed. Updated information on how to apply and details about the 2027 application cycle will be available next fall.
2026 Applicants will be notified of their success by email in Mid April.
The 2026 Application Cycle saw a record 74 applicants request over 4.4 million dollars in project funding. FWP has 2 million dollars in funding to put towards projects this year.
New trail and shared-use path construction
Rehabilitation and maintenance of trails and paths, including winter grooming
Construction and maintenance of trailside and trailhead facilities
Maximum award: $100,000
No minimum award amount
Match Requirement: 10% of total project costs
TSP Scoring Criteria (PDF)
2021 Award Recipients (PDF)
Hunter Harridge, TSP Program Manager
406-444-3343