Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails (SPHST) is offering funding for trail-related projects throughout the State of Wyoming. Wyoming Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants are administered through the Federal Highway Administration and are derived from federal gas taxes paid on fuel used in off-highway vehicles.

RTP Program Contacts:
Louisa Lopez, Grants Manager, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Naomi Lopez, Grants Specialist, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
 

FY 2027 GRANT CYCLE:  IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES

• May 2026:  Grant Cycle Application Process Opens
• September 1, 2026:  Pre-Application Package is due by 11:59 PM
  • Second week of September 2026: Pre-applicants will receive feedback and guidance in accordance with the RTP Guidelines, specifically regarding eligibility and prerequisites for proceeding to the full application process. 
• October 1, 2026:  Final Application Package is due by 11:59 PM 
  • November 2026:  Trails Advisory Council meeting to approve project funding recommendations.
  • December 2026:  Applicants will be notified if their project is approved for funding. 
  • May 2027:  The earliest date any approved projects will receive a Notice to Proceed

FY 2027 GRANT CYCLE PRE-APPLICATION DOCUMENTS  
Note: An online application process may be introduced for the 2027 application cycle. TBA

RTP GRANT DOCUMENTS, FORMS & INFORMATION 

• FY2026 RTP Grant Guidelines
• 2026 RTP Approved Grant PowerPoint
• RTP Progress Report Instructions & Example
• RTP Progress Report Form
• RTP Reimbursement Request with Match Instructions & Example
• RTP Reimbursement Request with Match Form
• RTP In-Kind Match Summary Form
• RTP On-Site Volunteer Report Form
• RTP Exhibit B

RTP FUNDED PROJECTS