Russell County, Kentucky
37 hiking & walking trails · 7parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 5 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Russell County, Kentucky
Russell County is home to 37 mapped hiking trails and 7 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.
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Trails & Parks in Russell County
Up to 44 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Russell County
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Sample Parks in Russell County
Sample Trails in Russell County
Curated Guides for Russell County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Russell County, Kentucky?
Yes — we have 37 mapped hiking and walking trails in Russell County, Kentucky, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Russell County, Kentucky for families?
Big Cedar Creek Trail near Cleveland is one of the best family picks in Russell 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 Russell County, Kentucky?
Each of the 37 trails in Russell 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 Russell County, Kentucky?
Russell County, Kentucky has 7 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Russell County, Kentucky?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Russell County, Kentucky right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Russell County, Kentucky?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Kentucky for more options beyond Russell County, Kentucky.
Hiking guides for Kentucky
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Russell 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.