Story County, Iowa
81 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 8 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Story County, Iowa
Story County is home to 81 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 8 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Story County
Up to 81 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Story County
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Sample Trails in Story County
Curated Guides for Story County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Story County, Iowa?
Yes — we have 81 mapped hiking and walking trails in Story County, Iowa, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Story County, Iowa for families?
248th Street near Colo is one of the best family picks in Story County, Iowa — 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 Story County, Iowa?
Each of the 81 trails in Story County, Iowa 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 Story County, Iowa?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Story County, Iowa yet.
Can I go camping in Story County, Iowa?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Story County, Iowa right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Story County, Iowa?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Iowa for more options beyond Story County, Iowa.
Hiking guides for Iowa
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Story County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Iowa, Ranked
Iowa's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykIowa's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Iowa trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Iowa
Ten gentle, well-marked Iowa trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Iowa
Iowa's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Iowa
Federal parks and recreation areas in Iowa ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Iowa: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Iowa's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.