Hinds County, Louisiana
23 hiking & walking trails · 2parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Hinds County, Louisiana
Hinds County is home to 23 mapped hiking trails and 2 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Hinds County
Up to 25 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Hinds County
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Sample Parks in Hinds County
Sample Trails in Hinds County
Curated Guides for Hinds County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Hinds County, Louisiana?
Yes — we have 23 mapped hiking and walking trails in Hinds County, Louisiana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Hinds County, Louisiana for families?
Byram Bridge near Byram is one of the best family picks in Hinds County, Louisiana — 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 Hinds County, Louisiana?
Each of the 23 trails in Hinds County, Louisiana 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 Hinds County, Louisiana?
Hinds County, Louisiana has 2 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 Hinds County, Louisiana?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Hinds County, Louisiana right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Hinds County, Louisiana?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Louisiana for more options beyond Hinds County, Louisiana.
Hiking guides for Louisiana
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Hinds County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Louisiana, Ranked
Louisiana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichLouisiana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Louisiana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Louisiana
Ten gentle, well-marked Louisiana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Louisiana
Louisiana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Louisiana
Federal parks and recreation areas in Louisiana ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Louisiana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Louisiana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.