Glenn County, California
26 hiking & walking trails · 9parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 6 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Glenn County, California
Glenn County is home to 26 mapped hiking trails and 9 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 6 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Glenn County
Up to 35 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Glenn County
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Sample Parks in Glenn County
Sample Trails in Glenn County
Curated Guides for Glenn County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Glenn County, California?
Yes — we have 26 mapped hiking and walking trails in Glenn County, California, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Glenn County, California for families?
Bear Wallow Trail near Stonyford is one of the best family picks in Glenn County, California — 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 Glenn County, California?
Each of the 26 trails in Glenn County, California 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 Glenn County, California?
Glenn County, California has 9 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (3 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Glenn County, California?
Yes — 1 of Glenn County, California's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is PINES GROUP SITE - STONY GORGE RESERVOIR with 1 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Glenn County, California?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across California for more options beyond Glenn County, California.
Hiking guides for California
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Glenn County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in California, Ranked
California's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichCalifornia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten California trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in California
Ten gentle, well-marked California trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in California
California's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in California
Federal parks and recreation areas in California ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in California: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
California's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.