Douglas County, Kansas
150 hiking & walking trails · 11parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 3 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Douglas County, Kansas
Douglas County is home to 150 mapped hiking trails and 11 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 3 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Douglas County
Up to 161 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Douglas County
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Sample Parks in Douglas County
Sample Trails in Douglas County
Curated Guides for Douglas County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Douglas County, Kansas?
Yes — we have 150 mapped hiking and walking trails in Douglas County, Kansas, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Douglas County, Kansas for families?
Alternate Path near Lawrence is one of the best family picks in Douglas County, Kansas — 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 Douglas County, Kansas?
Each of the 150 trails in Douglas County, Kansas 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 Douglas County, Kansas?
Douglas County, Kansas 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 Douglas County, Kansas?
Yes — 1 of Douglas County, Kansas's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area with 24 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Douglas County, Kansas?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kansas for more options beyond Douglas County, Kansas.
Hiking guides for Kansas
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Douglas County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Kansas, Ranked
Kansas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleKansas's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Kansas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Kansas
Ten gentle, well-marked Kansas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Kansas
Kansas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Kansas
Federal parks and recreation areas in Kansas ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Kansas: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Kansas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.