Thank You for Sharing Your Story
The Continental Divide Trail means something different to every person who experiences it. Thank you for trusting us with yours — it's exactly these stories that bring the trail to life.
Why Your Story Matters
The CDT spans 3,100 miles, five states, and countless communities — but it's the personal connections people form with the trail that give it meaning. Every story shared helps someone else see themselves on the Divide for the first time.
Your experience — whether it's a single afternoon on a day hike or a life-changing thru-hike — is part of the larger story of the Continental Divide Trail. And that story is one we're honored to help tell.
What Happens Next
Here's how we handle your submission from here.
We Read Every Story
Our communications team reviews every submission. We're always looking for voices, perspectives, and experiences that reflect the full richness of the CDT community.
We May Follow Up
If your story is a fit for an upcoming feature, we'll reach out to talk through next steps — whether that's a deeper conversation, photo request, or just confirming a few details.
Your Story Goes Out
Selected stories may be featured across CDTC's channels. We'll always let you know before anything is published and give you a chance to review it.
Where Your Story Could Appear
Stories shared through this form may be used across CDTC's communications to inspire others, highlight the CDT community, and advocate for the trail. We'll always contact you before publishing and will never use your story without your knowledge.