Member Companies
Photo: Allegra Trails
About PTBA
Member Companies
PTBA Member Companies demonstrate a commitment to quality and professionalism through their company’s acceptance and continued membership.
PTBA Member Companies:
Have been professionally vetted through a rigorous review process prior to acceptance
Have speciality skillsets unique to the trail industry since the majority of their work is in trails
Have a lot of experience - 20 years working in trails is the average
Have a global impact with trail projects spanning the world
Value continued growth and learning - the number one reason companies join is to be a part of a network of trail professionals and to learn from each other
Stay up to date on best practices through connection with each other and access to PTBA member only resources
Join to add their voice and support the PTBA’s work to advance the trail industry
Working with Professionals
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
Professional Skill Sets
PTBA Member Companies work on trails full-time and have built diverse and specialty skill sets including:
Trail Construction (hand and mechanized)
Trail Design
Field Layout + Flagging
Trail Master Planning
Bridges and Boardwalks
Rockwork + Rigging
Technical Training + Education
Trail Restoration + Reclamation
Specialty Trail features
Photo Credit: FlowRide Concepts
Vetted Membership
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 photos and details
Professionalism as documented by letters of reference from clients and partners
Sponsorship by a current PTBA member company who has worked with the applying company and can attest to the quality of their trail product and professionalism
The review is a multi-stage, multi-month process that concludes with an all member vote
Photo Credit: Progressive Trail Design
PTBA Member Companies: 2025 Impact
By the Numbers:
Logged 2.85 million hours of professional trail work
Constructed 3,000+ miles of trail
Designed 4,000+ miles of trail
Designed and constructed 200 bike parks
Delivered 250 trail master plans
Built 5 miles of bridges
Led 200 trail trainings
Photo: TrailScapes PTD LTD
In 2025, PTBA Member Companies developed trails worldwide.
40 countries worldwide
40 US states
8 Canadian provinces
5 Australian states and New Zealand
10 European countries
7 Asian countries
4 Central and South American countries
A Growing Trail Industry
PTBA Member Companies are on a growth trajectory. In the last 5 years, they have seen 350% growth in gross revenue and 135% growth in employees. PTBA has had a 44% growth in PTBA member companies during that same time.
Not show in this graph is the anticipated growth in workforce - which is projected to be 26% in 2025.
Even though PTBA is a subset of the trail industry, this data represents an increased investment in trails and a professionalization of our industry.
Data source: PTBA Member Company annual surveys
Member Company Code of Conduct
PTBA member companies commit to upholding a Member Code of Conduct that reflects the professionalism, integrity, and responsibility expected within the trail industry.
The Code of Conduct outlines expectations related to ethical business practices, legal compliance, professional conduct, workplace safety and respect, workforce development, and industry best practices. It reflects PTBA’s commitment to quality, sustainability, professionalism, and accountability across all aspects of trail planning, design, construction, and training.
All member companies are expected to conduct business with honesty and integrity, maintain respectful professional relationships, comply with applicable laws and regulations, and foster safe and inclusive workplaces.
If you have questions or concerns regarding a PTBA member company, please contact us for information about the formal complaint process.