Five Central Oregon trail projects are getting a boost from the Deschutes Trails Coalition’s Small Project Grant program. The funding supports tools, equipment, and on-the-ground trail work across the region.

Executive Director Jana Johnson says the grants are powered in part by visitor donations through the Dollar for Trails program, run with local hotels. Guests can contribute to help maintain the trails they use while visiting Central Oregon.

Johnson says about 30-thousand dollars was awarded, supporting Sisters-area trail work for equestrians and other recreation users, equipment for Central Oregon Trail Alliance, gravel biking tools, and Cascades Wilderness crews.

Projects are expected to begin this season, with funds available through 2027.