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Explore the Trail

Over 1,500+ miles of scenic routes connecting the three National Memorials through six states and Washington, D.C.

Trail Map

Explore the complete trail route connecting the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, Pentagon Memorial, and Flight 93 Memorial.

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Trail Composition

Off-Road Multi-Use52%

784 miles of dedicated paths

On-Road Route48%

716 miles through communities

Find Your Connection

Explore state-by-state guides with trail segments, partner trails, memorials, and trail towns.

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Discover the parks, trails, and communities that make up this historic route.

20 National Park Service sites connected to the trail, from historic battlefields to scenic waterways.

  • National Mall
  • Flight 93 National Memorial
  • Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
  • Gettysburg National Military Park

37 partner trails providing over 4156 miles of connected pathways.

  • East Coast Greenway
  • C&O Canal Towpath
  • Great Allegheny Passage
  • Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor

Communities along the trail offering services, amenities, and warm welcomes to travelers.

  • Newark, DE
  • New Castle, DE
  • Wilmington, DE
  • Washington, D.C., DMV

1 traveler story sharing experiences on the trail.

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    Whether you're cycling the entire trail or exploring a local section, every step honors the memory of 9/11.