National Trails System
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The National Trails System was created by an act of Congress in 1968. It created a series of trails "to promote the preservation of, public access to, travel within, and enjoyment and appreciation of the open-air, outdoor areas and historic resources of the Nation."
The system is comprised of three different types of trails. National Scenic Trails, National Historic Trails and National Recreation Trails.
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External links
The National Trails System Act of 1968 (http://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/nts/legislation.html)
