Laurel County, Kentucky
57 hiking & walking trails · 9parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 5 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Laurel County, Kentucky
Laurel County is home to 57 mapped hiking trails and 9 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 5 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
Looking for something specific? Search all trails in Laurel County or browse parks. Want to narrow further? Pick a city below to see only that city’s outdoor options.
Trails & Parks in Laurel County
Up to 66 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Laurel County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Laurel County
Sample Trails in Laurel County
Curated Guides for Laurel County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Laurel County, Kentucky?
Yes — we have 57 mapped hiking and walking trails in Laurel County, Kentucky, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Laurel County, Kentucky?
Sheltowee Trace near East Bernstadt is rated hard — the toughest classification among Laurel County, Kentucky's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Laurel County, Kentucky for families?
407A near Keavy is one of the best family picks in Laurel County, Kentucky — 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 Laurel County, Kentucky?
Each of the 57 trails in Laurel County, Kentucky 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 Laurel County, Kentucky?
Laurel County, Kentucky has 9 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 Laurel County, Kentucky?
Yes — 2 of Laurel County, Kentucky's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is HOLLY BAY with 138 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Laurel County, Kentucky?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kentucky for more options beyond Laurel County, Kentucky.
Hiking guides for Kentucky
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Laurel County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Kentucky, Ranked
Kentucky's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichKentucky's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Kentucky trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Kentucky
Ten gentle, well-marked Kentucky trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Kentucky
Kentucky's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Kentucky
Federal parks and recreation areas in Kentucky ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Kentucky: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Kentucky's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.