Custer County, Idaho
252 hiking & walking trails · 99parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 11 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Custer County, Idaho
Custer County is home to 252 mapped hiking trails and 99 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 Custer County
Up to 299 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Custer County
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Sample Parks in Custer County
Sample Trails in Custer County
Curated Guides for Custer County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Custer County, Idaho?
Yes — we have 252 mapped hiking and walking trails in Custer County, Idaho, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Custer County, Idaho?
Big Creek Massacre Trail near Mackay is rated hard — the toughest classification among Custer County, Idaho's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Custer County, Idaho for families?
036 near Stanley is one of the best family picks in Custer 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 Custer County, Idaho?
Each of the 252 trails in Custer 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 Custer County, Idaho?
Custer County, Idaho has 99 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (10 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Custer County, Idaho?
Yes — 14 of Custer County, Idaho's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND with 46 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Custer County, Idaho?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Idaho for more options beyond Custer County, Idaho.
Hiking guides for Idaho
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Custer 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.