McCreary County, Kentucky
115 hiking & walking trails · 9parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 7 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in McCreary County, Kentucky
McCreary County is home to 115 mapped hiking trails and 9 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 7 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in McCreary County
Up to 124 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in McCreary County
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Sample Parks in McCreary County
Sample Trails in McCreary County
Curated Guides for McCreary County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in McCreary County, Kentucky?
Yes — we have 115 mapped hiking and walking trails in McCreary County, Kentucky, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in McCreary County, Kentucky for families?
602 near Marshes Siding is one of the best family picks in McCreary 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 McCreary County, Kentucky?
Each of the 115 trails in McCreary 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 McCreary County, Kentucky?
McCreary County, Kentucky has 9 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in McCreary County, Kentucky?
Yes — 3 of McCreary County, Kentucky's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND with 45 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near McCreary County, Kentucky?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kentucky for more options beyond McCreary County, Kentucky.
Hiking guides for Kentucky
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for McCreary 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.