Elmore County, Idaho
86 hiking & walking trails · 46parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 10 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Elmore County, Idaho
Elmore County is home to 86 mapped hiking trails and 46 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 10 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Elmore County
Up to 132 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Elmore County
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Sample Parks in Elmore County
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Curated Guides for Elmore County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Elmore County, Idaho?
Yes — we have 86 mapped hiking and walking trails in Elmore 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 Elmore County, Idaho?
Little Water - Big Water Connector near Atlanta is rated hard — the toughest classification among Elmore County, Idaho's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Elmore County, Idaho for families?
Alturas Lake - Mattingley Spur near Atlanta is one of the best family picks in Elmore 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 Elmore County, Idaho?
Each of the 86 trails in Elmore 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 Elmore County, Idaho?
Elmore County, Idaho has 46 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (5 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Elmore County, Idaho?
Yes — 3 of Elmore County, Idaho's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is DOG CREEK (ID) with 13 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Elmore County, Idaho?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Idaho for more options beyond Elmore County, Idaho.
Hiking guides for Idaho
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Elmore 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.