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Terms and Conditions
The rules and guidelines for exploring, sharing, and engaging with our platform.
These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of the RailTrail website, community features, and related outdoor content. Effective as of October 2023.
Acceptance of Terms and Eligibility
By accessing or using the RailTrail website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. You must be at least eighteen years old to use our services, register for an account, or participate in our community forums to share your adventure travel experiences.
Use of the Site
RailTrail provides a wide array of resources, ranging from bikepacking route guides to outdoor survival tutorials. You agree to use these resources for lawful purposes only and to refrain from any conduct that restricts, inhibits, or disrupts anyone else's use or enjoyment of the platform.
User-Generated Content
When sharing trail reports, camping reviews, or nature photography on RailTrail, you retain ownership of your original content. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, distribute, and promote your submissions across our channels. You agree not to post false information regarding trail safety, restricted off-grid locations, or ecologically sensitive areas.
Intellectual Property
All original materials published on the site, including editorial gear reviews, custom trail maps, written articles, and site design, are the exclusive property of RailTrail or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without express written permission.
Disclaimers
The outdoor recreation and adventure travel information provided by RailTrail is for general informational purposes only. Activities such as backcountry hiking, overlanding, and wilderness survival carry inherent physical risks. We do not guarantee the accuracy of trail conditions, weather forecasts, or route accessibility, and you assume all risk associated with relying on our content during your excursions.
Limitation of Liability and Indemnification
To the maximum extent permitted by law, RailTrail shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages, injuries, or losses arising from your use of the site or your participation in any outdoor activities described herein. You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from your violation of these terms.
Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions, as well as any disputes arising out of your relationship with RailTrail, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Changes to These Terms and Contact
We may update these terms periodically to reflect new site features, regulatory updates, or changes in our services. Continued use of the site constitutes your acceptance of those changes. For any questions regarding these terms, please contact our support team through the contact page.