Madison County, Alabama
433 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 11 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Madison County, Alabama
Madison County is home to 433 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 11 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Madison County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Madison County
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Sample Trails in Madison County
Curated Guides for Madison County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Madison County, Alabama?
Yes — we have 433 mapped hiking and walking trails in Madison County, Alabama, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Madison County, Alabama?
South Plat to Mountain Mist Connector near Brownsboro is rated hard — the toughest classification among Madison County, Alabama's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Madison County, Alabama for families?
2 near Huntsville is one of the best family picks in Madison County, Alabama — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Madison County, Alabama?
Each of the 433 trails in Madison County, Alabama has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Madison County, Alabama?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Madison County, Alabama yet.
Can I go camping in Madison County, Alabama?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Madison County, Alabama right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Madison County, Alabama?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Alabama for more options beyond Madison County, Alabama.
Hiking guides for Alabama
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Madison County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Alabama, Ranked
Alabama's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykAlabama's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Alabama trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Alabama
Ten gentle, well-marked Alabama trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Alabama
Alabama's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Alabama
Federal parks and recreation areas in Alabama ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Alabama: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Alabama's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.