Gem County, Idaho
9 hiking & walking trails · 13parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Gem County, Idaho
Gem County is home to 9 mapped hiking trails and 13 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Gem County
Up to 22 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Gem County
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Sample Parks in Gem County
Sample Trails in Gem County
Curated Guides for Gem County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Gem County, Idaho?
Yes — we have 9 mapped hiking and walking trails in Gem County, Idaho, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Gem County, Idaho for families?
Antelope Trail near Cascade is one of the best family picks in Gem 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 Gem County, Idaho?
Each of the 9 trails in Gem 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 Gem County, Idaho?
Gem County, Idaho has 13 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (2 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Gem County, Idaho?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Gem County, Idaho right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Gem County, Idaho?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Idaho for more options beyond Gem County, Idaho.
Hiking guides for Idaho
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Gem 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.