What is a National Scenic Trail?
A national scenic trail is a trail of national significance which is established by an Act of Congress pursuant to the criteria identified in the National Trail Systems Act of 1968 (as modified). Congress has created several National Scenic Trails since the first two (Pacific Crest and Appalachian) were created in 1968. There are other categories of trails within the National Trail System including National Historic Trails and National Recreation Trails.