Ripley County, Kentucky
27 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 2 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Ripley County, Kentucky
Ripley County is home to 27 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 2 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Ripley County
Up to 27 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Ripley County
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Sample Trails in Ripley County
Curated Guides for Ripley County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Ripley County, Kentucky?
Yes — we have 27 mapped hiking and walking trails in Ripley County, Kentucky, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Ripley County, Kentucky for families?
Center Loop near Friendship is one of the best family picks in Ripley 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 Ripley County, Kentucky?
Each of the 27 trails in Ripley 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 Ripley County, Kentucky?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Ripley County, Kentucky yet.
Can I go camping in Ripley County, Kentucky?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Ripley County, Kentucky right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Ripley County, Kentucky?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kentucky for more options beyond Ripley County, Kentucky.
Hiking guides for Kentucky
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Ripley 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.