Scott County, Illinois
19 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 6 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Scott County, Illinois
Scott County is home to 19 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 6 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Scott County
Up to 19 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Scott County
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Sample Trails in Scott County
Curated Guides for Scott County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Scott County, Illinois?
Yes — we have 19 mapped hiking and walking trails in Scott County, Illinois, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Scott County, Illinois for families?
Cemetery Ridge Trail near Morley is one of the best family picks in Scott 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 Scott County, Illinois?
Each of the 19 trails in Scott 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 Scott County, Illinois?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Scott County, Illinois yet.
Can I go camping in Scott County, Illinois?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Scott County, Illinois right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Scott County, Illinois?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Illinois for more options beyond Scott County, Illinois.
Hiking guides for Illinois
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Scott 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.