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We're a national non-profit dedicated to protecting, completing, and elevating the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Follow if you love trails... or even if you don't.
The southern CDT crosses "Sky Islands"—mountains like the Big Hatchets rising from desert seas. 🏔️
Climbing 3,000ft is like traveling 1,000 miles north. These peaks host half of N. America's bird species and rare jaguar habitat. 🐆
The CDT connects these vital ecological refuges. 🌵
#CDT #Nature
Keep the Divide wild! 🐻
From 17k black bears in CO to grizzlies in the north, proper food storage is vital. Store all "smellies" (soap, fuel, etc.) to prevent habituation.
A fed bear is a dead bear. Stay safe and bear-aware!
Full guide: https://ow.ly/8NUO50YngVe
#WorldWildlifeDay #LeaveNoTrace
As Hike the Hill 2026 begins, we are celebrating the 3,100 miles of the CDT and the partnerships that protect it.
Check out this new piece from the USFS on the history and impact of the National Trails System: https://ow.ly/tz1850YnfoI
#ContinentalDivideTrail #HikeTheHill #NationalScenicTrails
Love the Trail? Don't leave a cache. 🏔️🐻
Unattended food caches attract wildlife and can lead to habituation or fines. Be an "Invisible Trail Angel" by providing in-person support that disappears when the hiker does.
Read the full guide: https://ow.ly/nkcc50YmbkZ
Dr. Mike Tracy led a crew 20 miles into the Bridger-Teton National Forest to restore the CDT at Two Ocean Pass. 🌲
70 trees cleared, $8k raised, and 220 hours of hard work to protect a unique landscape.
Read about this volunteer-led success: https://cdtcoalition.org/stewardship-two-ocean-pass/
The Divide feeds water to 40M people. In cold alpine soils, human waste stays infectious for 30+ months. 🏔️💧
Protect the water—pack it out in a WAG bag!
Register your #CDT2026 hike + take the Leave No Trace course for FREE gear prizes! 🎁
https://ow.ly/4OSF50YjKwI
NM Outdoor Community: Vendor spots for the 2026 CDT Trail Days Adventure Fest are filling up! 🌲
Silver City vendors: Registration is FREE.
General Deadline: March 24.
Register: https://ow.ly/CBNS50YjK5U
#ContinentalDivideTrail #SilverCityNM #TrailDays2026
Find your place on the Divide. 🏔️
The CDT needs more than trail crews—we need chefs, advocates, & ambassadors. Swipe to see the roles and join our Volunteer Essentials Webinar this Wed, Feb 25, to find where you fit. No experience required!
RSVP: https://ow.ly/kMt550YjoyK
#ContinentalDivideTrail
Construction has begun near the CDT southern terminus. Access requires a permit via the National Defense Area.
CDTC shuttles continue to operate to Mengus Well. Local lodging is limited; high-clearance vehicles are advised.
Full update below.
Link: https://ow.ly/KMs550YjkmY
Fresh off the press: The 2026 CDT Info Essentials webinar recording is live. Get the latest on trail status, permits, and conservation efforts for the Continental Divide Trail.
Prepare for the Divide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2_-RGOsLLw
#ContinentalDivideTrail #CDT2026 #BraveTheCDT
The Continental Divide is the backbone of our nation’s water system—and yes, that means what you do in the "backcountry bathroom" matters. 🏔️🧻
"Loving the trail" means leaving no trace. If you’re heading out for a 2026 hike, here is the 101 on handling human waste.
Winter adventure on the CDT! 🏔️ The Twin Lakes, CO section is currently low-snow and family-friendly.
Hike to the historic Interlaken Resort and explore inside the buildings. Keep an eye out for the dual CDT/Colorado Trail markers!
📍Interlaken Trailhead
#CDT #ContinentalDivideTrail #WinterHiking
The clock is ticking. ⏱️
Applications for CDTC’s Director of Development role close on February 26. If you’ve been waiting to submit your application, now is the time. Join us in our mission to elevate the Continental Divide Trail.
View the job description: https://ow.ly/mCC750Yhojj
Winter on the CDT looks different than you think. 🏜️
While the North is snowy, 18 volunteers & Gila BCH just cleared 1.1 miles near Silver City. Stewardship is year-round! ⚒️
2026 registration is open—spots fill fast. Sign up now: https://ow.ly/Kejm50Yhn8h
Don't rely on rumors—get your CDT beta straight from the source. 💡
Join our Info Essentials Webinar this Thurs @ 12 PM MT for the latest trail updates + live Q&A with CDTC staff.
Register here: https://ow.ly/cYTz50YcwGb
Monday morning on the CDT: The 15-minute debate between your warm quilt and your boots that froze into bricks overnight. 🥶
If you can handle an ice-cold start at 11,000 feet, you can handle your inbox this week.
What’s your toughest "cold start" memory on the Divide? 👇
#MondayMotivation
Earn your 2026 trail kit! 🎒
Protecting the CDT starts at home. Take the free Leave No Trace Backcountry course, save your cert, and submit it to us for a gear bundle + raffle entry!
Start here: https://learn.lnt.org/courses/backcountry
Finished? Drop a "Done!" 🏔️
#CDT2026 #LeaveNoTrace
If you love the trail, leave no trace! 🏔️
Our new Responsible Recreation campaign is LIVE! Take the free Leave No Trace course, submit your cert, & get a gear bundle from Minimal Gear & Kula + a chance to win Bear Vault & Cnoc Outdoors gear!
Join us: https://ow.ly/MJpW50Ycogn
PLACES OF THE DIVIDE: Triple Divide Peak, MT 🏔️
The "Attic" of America. A raindrop can end up in the Pacific, Atlantic, or Arctic oceans depending on the wind.
Its Lesson: Don't obsess over milestones. Respect small wins. A small pivot can lead to a totally different ocean.
#CDT #TripleDividePeak
Join the CDT Class of 2026! 🥾
Whether you're section hiking or going for a thru-hike, start with the official CDTC Planning Guide. It's a free, comprehensive resource built by the community to help you trek responsibly.
Download now: https://ow.ly/skmg50YauGt
#ContinentalDivideTrail #CDT2026
New for 2026: The CDTC Volunteer Webinar! 🌲💻
Learn how to get involved on the CDT, from digging in the dirt to calling Congress for Hike the Hill. All skills are welcome!
📅Feb 25, 5:30 PM MST 📍Zoom Virtual Webinar
Register now (Spots are limited): https://ow.ly/TolG50Yaskk
Don't let the Southern Terminus & Chihuahuan Desert catch you off guard. ☀️🌵
Our Trail Information Manager, Danny "Slapshot" Knoll, just released a guide to navigating the CDT Southern Terminus in the latest edition of Passages.
Read "Observations from the Bootheel" here: https://ow.ly/8UqM50Yap9O
The 2026 CDT Trail Project sign-ups are live! 🥾⚒️
If you’ve ever hiked the Divide, you know how much work goes into keeping the tread clear. Now is your chance to pay it forward, with projects across all 5 CDT states.
See the schedule & sign-up: https://ow.ly/zvfQ50Yanx0
#CDT #ContinentalDivide
When people first hike the CDT, they're often surprised by the diversity of the trail. As the environment changes, we adapt also.
How do you adapt your Leave No Trace practices as you move between the CDT’s different landscapes, like desert and high-alpine?
#ContinentalDivideTrail #LeaveNoTrace
Old Faithful isn’t the tallest or most powerful geyser on the Divide, but it’s the most reliable. ⏱️
It’s a vital bridge between the rugged #CDT and the public, inspiring stewardship right where the trail meets the boardwalk.
Did you see an eruption on your hike? 🌋
#PlacesOfTheDivide #OldFaithful
New Job Opening: CDTC is hiring a Director of Development! 🏔️
Help us protect and complete the 3,100-mile Continental Divide Trail. We're looking for a leader to head our development team and advance our conservation mission.
Apply by Feb 26: cdtcoalition.org/employment
#CDT #Conservation #Hiring
The 2026 CDT Information Essentials Webinar is here. 🗺️
We're focusing on what is NEW for 2026—including critical Southern Terminus updates—with the rest of the hour for Q&A with our team to get the answers you need.
Register Here: https://ow.ly/eYsE50Y7Urj
Want to speak up for the CDT? In early March, CDTC will head to DC to advocate for the trail, its landscapes, and the communities that love it - and we need your help.
Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form at https://cdtcoalition.org/get-involved/actioncenter/ to lend your support!
The CDT offers some of the last "pristine darkness" in North America. 🌌 Protecting these skies is vital for wildlife and our Gateway Communities.
Find the best stargazing spots from NM to MT in our new Dark Skies Guide: https://ow.ly/CYuj50Y7P0s
Which state has the best night skies? 🏔️
On the CDT, you learn quickly that the destination exists even when you cannot see it through the fog. Movement is progress, even when the horizon is hidden. If you are feeling a bit lost this Monday, just focus on the next step. The clouds always break eventually.
#CDT #MondayMotivation