All Hiking Trails in Indiana

4,426 trails mapped across Indiana. Search by trail name, city, or county.

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Alpine lake reflecting jagged mountain peaks at sunrisePhoto: Joshua Earle
State Rankings

The 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Indiana, Ranked

Indiana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.

By The OutsideAtlas Team4 min
Mountain peaks silhouetted against an orange sunsetPhoto: David Marcu
State Rankings

Indiana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain

Steep is hard. These are the ten Indiana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.

By The OutsideAtlas Team3 min
Cascading waterfall through a green moss-covered ravinePhoto: Maddi Bazzocco
State Rankings

The Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Indiana

Ten gentle, well-marked Indiana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.

By The OutsideAtlas Team5 min
Hiker on a high alpine ridge above a glacial valley at dawnPhoto: Tobias Mrzyk
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The 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Indiana

Indiana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.

By The OutsideAtlas Team3 min
Going down the Grand Canyon. Seeing our destination from afar. So worth! If you find this picture useful, consider donating! Venmo: @diegonachoPhoto: Diego Lozano
Parks & Travel

The Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Indiana

Federal parks and recreation areas in Indiana ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.

By The OutsideAtlas Team6 min
Sunlit forest trail winding through tall conifersPhoto: Sergei Akulich
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Best Waterfall Hikes in Indiana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close

Indiana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min