Hiking Trails & Parks in Granite City, Illinois
4 hiking & walking trails and 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Granite City, located in Madison County, Illinois. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Granite City, Illinois
Granite City offers 4 mapped hiking trails and 0 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Madison County, Illinois, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Hiking Trails in Granite City
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois?
Yes — we have 4 mapped hiking and walking trails in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois?
Horseshoe Lake Hiking Trail near Granite City is rated hard — the toughest classification among Granite City, Madison County, Illinois's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois for families?
Horseshoe Lake Hiking Trail near Granite City is one of the best family picks in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois — 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 Granite City, Madison County, Illinois?
Each of the 4 trails in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois 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 Granite City, Madison County, Illinois?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois yet.
Can I go camping in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois right now — check the county level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Granite City, Madison County, Illinois?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Madison County for more options beyond Granite City, Madison County, Illinois.
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