Denver County, Colorado
327 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 6 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Denver County, Colorado
Denver County is home to 327 mapped hiking trails and 0 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 Denver County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Denver County
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Sample Trails in Denver County
Curated Guides for Denver County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Denver County, Colorado?
Yes — we have 327 mapped hiking and walking trails in Denver County, Colorado, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Denver County, Colorado for families?
12th and Race Street to Cheesman foot path near Denver is one of the best family picks in Denver County, Colorado — 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 Denver County, Colorado?
Each of the 327 trails in Denver County, Colorado 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 Denver County, Colorado?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Denver County, Colorado yet.
Can I go camping in Denver County, Colorado?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Denver County, Colorado right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Denver County, Colorado?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Colorado for more options beyond Denver County, Colorado.
Hiking guides for Colorado
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Denver County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Colorado, Ranked
Colorado's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichColorado's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Colorado trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Colorado
Ten gentle, well-marked Colorado trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Colorado
Colorado's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Colorado
Federal parks and recreation areas in Colorado ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Colorado: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Colorado's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.