Montgomery County, Kansas
17 hiking & walking trails · 3parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 3 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Montgomery County, Kansas
Montgomery County is home to 17 mapped hiking trails and 3 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 Montgomery County
Up to 20 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Montgomery County
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Sample Parks in Montgomery County
Sample Trails in Montgomery County
Curated Guides for Montgomery County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Montgomery County, Kansas?
Yes — we have 17 mapped hiking and walking trails in Montgomery County, Kansas, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Montgomery County, Kansas for families?
Armadillo Ridge near Independence is one of the best family picks in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County, Kansas?
Each of the 17 trails in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County, Kansas?
Montgomery County, Kansas has 3 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 Montgomery County, Kansas?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Montgomery County, Kansas right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Montgomery County, Kansas?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kansas for more options beyond Montgomery County, Kansas.
Hiking guides for Kansas
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Montgomery 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.