McHenry County, Illinois
141 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in McHenry County, Illinois
McHenry County is home to 141 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 14 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in McHenry County
Up to 141 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in McHenry County
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Sample Trails in McHenry County
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in McHenry County, Illinois?
Yes — we have 141 mapped hiking and walking trails in McHenry 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 McHenry County, Illinois?
INVISIBLE near Lake In The Hills is rated hard — the toughest classification among McHenry County, Illinois's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in McHenry County, Illinois for families?
(0.16mi) near Woodstock is one of the best family picks in McHenry 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 McHenry County, Illinois?
Each of the 141 trails in McHenry 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 McHenry County, Illinois?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in McHenry County, Illinois yet.
Can I go camping in McHenry County, Illinois?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in McHenry County, Illinois right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near McHenry County, Illinois?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Illinois for more options beyond McHenry County, Illinois.
Hiking guides for Illinois
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for McHenry County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Illinois, Ranked
Illinois's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichIllinois's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Illinois trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Illinois
Ten gentle, well-marked Illinois trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Illinois
Illinois's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Illinois
Federal parks and recreation areas in Illinois ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Illinois: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Illinois's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.