Program Specifics

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 $9.7 million to over 235 projects across the state focused on the development, renovation, and maintenance of trails and trailside facilities.

How to Apply

The 2027 Application Cycle will open on November 16^th 2026 and run through January 15, 2027. Applications must be submitted through https://mtfwp.webgrantscloud.com 

• 2027 Application Guidlines (PDF)

A Webinair Training on how to apply will be held on Friday, December 4th 9:00 AM. Email stephanie.adamsclemen@mt.gov to RSVP.

Eligible Funding Areas

• 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

Financial Requirements

• Maximum award: $100,000

  • No minimum award amount

• Match Requirement: 10% of total project costs

Required application forms:

2027 TSP Enviromental Review Form (Word)

Equipment Purchase Application Supplement Form (Word)

TSP Application Forms & Resources

• TSP Scoring Criteria (PDF)

• Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (PDF)

Award Management

• WebGrants Claim & Status Report Instructions (PDF)

• TSP Grooming Guidance (PDF)

Past Award Recipients

• 2026 Decision Noties and Award Recipients (PDF)

• 2025 Decision Notice and Award Recipients (PDF)

• 2024 Decision Notice and Award Recipients (PDF)

• 2023 Decision Notice and Award Recipients (PDF)

• 2022 Decision Notice and Award Recipients (PDF)

• 2021 Award Recipients (PDF)

Program Contact

Hunter Harridge, TSP Program Manager

406-444-3343

TSPGrants@mt.gov