Trails and Trains

Why this moment matters for WNC For the last three years, BRTA has said what many of us already believed:…
Connecting Communities in Burke County, NC
Connecting Communities in Burke County, NC

Why this moment matters for WNC For the last three years, BRTA has said what many of us already believed:…

The Burke River Trail Association is proud to announce that the Mull Foundation has awarded funding to support furnishings for…

Exploring trail routes is both an art and a science, and sometimes the most challenging sections end up becoming the…

Did you know that surveyors play a critical role in getting trails off the ground—long before a single tree is…

NC Commerce Visits Glen Alpine and Drexel The Burke River Trail is more than a trail — it’s a catalyst…

Glen Alpine Celebrates New Downtown Park with Ribbon Cutting, Community Picnic, and Regional Support Sunshine, live music, and a strong…

Community Foundation Grant Helps Create “A Place to Gather” in Glen Alpine The Burke River Trail Association is proud to…

🌿 Trailblazers in the Making! 💪 What an organization. What a great help. What a day! Thirty incredible young people…

Labor Day Saturday – August 30 Lake and Land Festivities Noon to 9:00 pm with Lake Hickory Pub and MarinaCopper…

From Litter Gitters to Leaders: BRTA Inspires Exceptional Clean-Up Crew What started as a simple effort to keep our trail…

In the heart of Rhodhiss, a small mill town in Burke County, stands Old Glory Mill — once a thriving…

Lift Off for Rhodhiss: Old Glory Mill Launches at Investor Convening On August 20, Burke River Trail Association had the…

BRTA Bringing the Public for Public Input As a member of the Steering Committee for the Western Piedmont Bicycle &…

Burke River Trail Association started working with Destination by Design in July 2024. The first step was the logo and…

A new one mile section of Burke River Trail is on the way!! Congratulations to City of Morganton on receiving…

Burke County Trails Summit: Stronger Together With a national historic trail, four state trails, two state parks, two regional parks…

This summer, BRTA partnered with Burke County Public Library and NC State Parks for three unforgettable events that helped kids…

Building Bridges — and Ramps: A Growing Partnership with Walkin’ Roll In the ongoing work to create a truly inclusive…