PTBA Member Companies
PTBA is the world’s only trade association for the trail industry, representing 130+ private sector member companies who specialize in trail planning, design, and/or construction.
PTBA is the world’s only trade association for the trail industry, representing 130+ private sector member companies who specialize in trail planning, design, and/or construction.
PTBA member companies have headquarters and work around the world.
Each PTBA member company has been rigorously reviewed and vetted by their peers prior to being offered membership. The application process includes a portfolio submission and in-depth review that evaluates:
Quality trail product documented by project portfolios
Professionalism as documented by letters of reference from clients and partners
Sponsorship by a current PTBA member company in good standing who has worked with the applying company and can attest to the quality of their trail product and professionalism
Photo Credit: Progressive Trail Design
Photo credit: FlowRide Concepts
PTBA Member Companies have diverse and specialty skill sets including:
Trail Design
Trail Construction (hand and mechanized)
Field Layout + Flagging
Trail Master Planning
Bridges and Boardwalks
Rockwork + Rigging
Technical Training + Education
Trail Restoration + Reclamation
Specialty trail features
Specialized skill sets
Trained workforce
Defined Scope and deliverables
Shorter timeline for final product
Less oversight needed
Motivation for project completion
Many professionals bring decades of experience to each project
Photo Credit: Lead Contractor: Tahawus Trails, LLC Project Partner: Town 4 Trail Services, LLC
Worked 2.35 million hours on trails
Built 1,500 miles of trail
Designed 2,700 miles of trail
Built 120 bike parks
Provided 180 Trail Trainings
Produced 165 trail master plans
Built 21,000 feet of bridge
46 US states
6 Canadian provinces
6 Australian states
8 European countries
5 Asian countries
3 Caribbean countries
3 Central and South American countries
The PTBA Membership adopted a Code of Ethics and Business Practices in 2016 to govern the professional conduct of members. Compliance with these codes demonstrates our respect for the land and our commitment to the overall management of our natural ecosystems, and ensures just and honorable professional and human relationships, mutual confidence and respect, and competent service.
If you have any questions or concerns about a member company, please contact us for information on how to submit a formal complaint.