Over 1000 km of trails now exist in Simcoe County, Ontario, with 77 named trails. Four milestones led to the establishment and growth of the trail system. First, rail lines abandoned by CN and CP freed over 250 km of land for trails. Second, in 1978 Tiny Township purchased abandoned rail lines to create a recreational trail. Third, in 1990 Collingwood received funding to create the Georgian Trail. Fourth, Huronia Trails and Greenways was founded in 1992 to further develop the trail network. Issues with establishing trails included securing funding and support from municipalities and dealing with landowners.