Paving the Way for Library Hill Trail
The Baxter County Library Foundation is thrilled to bring you the Library Hill Trail Project—a new recreational walking trail that will connect our Library to the surrounding community through safer, more accessible pedestrian and bike-friendly pathways.
Thanks to a generous $456,000 federal grant from the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s 2024 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), 80% of the total funding needed is secured. Now, we’re working to raise the remaining 20% plus funds to maintain the trail for the long haul—and we need your help to make this vision a reality!
About the Trail
Length: Approximately ¾ mile
Location: Around the Library campus
Connection: Links to the existing trail systems at McCabe Park and ASU–Mountain Home (ASUMH)
The Library Hill Trail will enhance community access to the Library and surrounding areas, especially for students from ASUMH and Mountain Home Schools, who will benefit from safer walkways and bike paths. The project also complements the City of Mountain Home’s ongoing work to connect the James and Sally Moore Recreational Trail to College Street and create a crosswalk that will tie directly into Library property.
- “Baxter County Library gets ARDOT grant to build trail that will join trails at ASUMH, McCabe Park” – KTLO News, December 19, 2024
Read the article » - “Baxter County Library Awarded $456K for Library Hill Trail Project” – Mountain Home Observer, December 20, 2024
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Why It Matters
The Library Hill Trail will be more than just a sidewalk—it symbolizes community growth, wellness, and literacy. Whether you're walking for your health, commuting to campus, or enjoying a StoryWalk® with your family, the Library Hill Trail will be a place for everyone to thrive.
- Encourages healthy lifestyles
- Expands access to Library resources
- Connects key community hubs
- Promotes outdoor learning and programming
Leave Your Footprint — Give Today!
Your support can help us cross the finish line! Make a one-time gift, become a trail sponsor, or help us spread the word.
Every step—and every dollar—brings us closer.
Contact Us
📧 foundation@baxlib.org
📞 870-580-0705
Or visit us in person at the Baxter County Library to learn more!