Lee County, Kentucky
174 hiking & walking trails · 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 15 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Lee County, Kentucky
Lee County is home to 174 mapped hiking trails and 4 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 15 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Lee County
Up to 178 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Lee County
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Sample Parks in Lee County
Sample Trails in Lee County
Curated Guides for Lee County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Lee County, Kentucky?
Yes — we have 174 mapped hiking and walking trails in Lee County, Kentucky, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Lee County, Kentucky for families?
2. Sore Heel Trail near Zoe is one of the best family picks in Lee 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 Lee County, Kentucky?
Each of the 174 trails in Lee 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 Lee County, Kentucky?
Lee County, Kentucky has 4 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 Lee County, Kentucky?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Lee County, Kentucky right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Lee County, Kentucky?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kentucky for more options beyond Lee County, Kentucky.
Hiking guides for Kentucky
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Lee 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.