Ada County, Idaho
610 hiking & walking trails · 12parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 9 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Ada County, Idaho
Ada County is home to 610 mapped hiking trails and 12 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 9 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Ada County
Up to 212 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Ada County
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Sample Parks in Ada County
Sample Trails in Ada County
Curated Guides for Ada County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Ada County, Idaho?
Yes — we have 610 mapped hiking and walking trails in Ada County, Idaho, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Ada County, Idaho for families?
#0 Hull's Gulch Interpretive Trail near Boise is one of the best family picks in Ada County, Idaho — 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 Ada County, Idaho?
Each of the 610 trails in Ada County, Idaho 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 Ada County, Idaho?
Ada County, Idaho has 12 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (4 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Ada County, Idaho?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Ada County, Idaho right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Ada County, Idaho?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Idaho for more options beyond Ada County, Idaho.
Hiking guides for Idaho
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Ada County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Idaho, Ranked
Idaho's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichIdaho's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Idaho trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Idaho
Ten gentle, well-marked Idaho trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Idaho
Idaho's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Idaho
Federal parks and recreation areas in Idaho ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Idaho: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Idaho's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.