Reynolds County, Illinois
70 hiking & walking trails · 11parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 7 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Reynolds County, Illinois
Reynolds County is home to 70 mapped hiking trails and 11 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 7 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Reynolds County
Up to 81 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Reynolds County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Reynolds County
Sample Trails in Reynolds County
Curated Guides for Reynolds County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Reynolds County, Illinois?
Yes — we have 70 mapped hiking and walking trails in Reynolds County, Illinois, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Reynolds County, Illinois for families?
Army Corp of Engineers near Piedmont is one of the best family picks in Reynolds 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 Reynolds County, Illinois?
Each of the 70 trails in Reynolds 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 Reynolds County, Illinois?
Reynolds County, Illinois has 11 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Reynolds County, Illinois?
Yes — 2 of Reynolds County, Illinois's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is HIGHWAY K with 84 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Reynolds County, Illinois?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Illinois for more options beyond Reynolds County, Illinois.
Hiking guides for Illinois
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Reynolds 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.