Modular Trail Structures

08/25/2026

08/17/2026

One month to go! We’re getting excited to see everyone at ALSA 2026 in Los Angeles!

Make plans to visit us at Booth #1008. We can’t wait to connect, catch up, and share what’s new with our team.

See you there!

08/14/2026

Built to invite you to stay awhile.

At the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, the boardwalk through the Badlands isn’t simply a path from Point A to Point B. It was designed as an opportunity to slow down, experience the outdoors, and take in the landscape—and the custom benches built by Modular Trail Structures are an important part of that experience.

Designed to follow the sweeping curves of the boardwalk, each of the eight benches is truly one of a kind. Some stretch 40–50 feet and feature tiered, bleacher-style seating, with complex geometry, sloped sections, and multiple compound miter cuts.

The challenge? Making each bench feel as though it naturally grew from the boardwalk itself. Every bench had to match the radius of its location, seamlessly align with the deck boards, blend into the surrounding landscape, and—most importantly—provide a comfortable place to sit and take it all in.

That level of customization required precision fabrication, meticulous carpentry, extensive sanding, and careful installation. No two benches are the same.

The result is more than seating. These benches are functional works of art—custom-crafted pieces that become part of the landscape while giving visitors a place to pause, relax, and experience the Badlands.

Eight benches. Eight unique designs. One unforgettable setting.

07/22/2026

Engineering meets artistry at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.

Modular Trail Structures is proud to have built the boardwalk bridge that does far more than connect the boardwalk—its create an unforgettable experience.

The bridge was constructed from weathering structural steel and supported by massive tubular beams on concrete footings. Its sweeping, fully radiused design required 20 unique modules, each precisely fabricated and assembled to create a seamless curved structure.

One of its most distinctive features is the integrated hammock-style play netting. Three 20' x 20' openings invite visitors to stop, relax, and experience the landscape from a completely different perspective. Designing a bridge that could safely support these expansive openings while maintaining structural integrity required innovative engineering and meticulous attention to detail.

Building in the rugged Badlands presented its own challenges. Limited site access meant cranes handled much of the installation, custom scaffolding was required to install 20-foot guardrails over open gorges, and every detail—from the custom guardrail netting to the perfectly aligned decking pattern—had to meet both structural demands and architectural vision.

The bridge is a testament to what's possible when craftsmanship, precision, and innovation come together. We're honored to have helped bring this extraordinary destination to life.

07/05/2026

We're honored to see the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library () featured in our local news as it opens its doors this Fourth of July weekend.

For Modular Trail Structures, it was a privilege to help bring this one-of-a-kind project to life by constructing the library's signature boardwalk—a path designed to immerse visitors in the Badlands that shaped Theodore Roosevelt's conservation legacy.

As a small company, being trusted with one of the most complex boardwalk projects we've ever built is something we're incredibly proud of. Congratulations to everyone who made this historic project a reality.

Modular Trail Structures, based in Arlington, designed and built a boardwalk that takes visitors through the Badlands and across the library’s property.

07/04/2026

This Fourth of July, as the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library () celebrates its grand opening, we're honored to celebrate something else—our team's role in bringing this extraordinary vision to life.

Modular Trail Structures was proud to bring to life the library's signature boardwalk, creating the path that will connect visitors to the North Dakota Badlands that inspired Theodore Roosevelt's lifelong commitment to conservation.

This wasn't just another boardwalk. Every section was uniquely engineered, built to meet some of the world's highest sustainability standards, and crafted to complement one of America's most significant new cultural landmarks.

As a small company, being selected to help build a project of this magnitude is an honor we'll never forget. It's a testament to the skill, dedication, and craftsmanship of every member of our team.

As our nation begins celebrating America's 250th anniversary, we're incredibly proud to have contributed to a place that will inspire generations to come.

Happy Fourth of July, and congratulations to everyone who helped make the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library a reality.

12/11/2025

to the stunning curves of W**d Street Boardwalk! Designed to blend seamlessly with the fall landscape while protecting the environment. Explore more projects at modulartrailstructures.com

12/11/2025

to the stunning curves of W**d Street Boardwalk!

Designed to blend seamlessly with the fall landscape while protecting the environment. Explore more projects at modulartrailstructures.com.

12/05/2025

to Huff Park Boardwalk! A past project where MTS used a top-down method to overcome site challenges and keep installation moving. Learn more at modulartrailstructures.com.

12/04/2025

to the Huff Park Boardwalk project!

MTS collaborated with the installing contractor to create a top-down installation method tailored to site constraints—each section doubling as a platform for transporting materials and continuing construction. Learn more at modulartrailstructures.com.