Albemarle County, Maryland
480 hiking & walking trails · 1parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 12 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Albemarle County, Maryland
Albemarle County is home to 480 mapped hiking trails and 1 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 12 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Albemarle County
Up to 201 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Albemarle County
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Sample Parks in Albemarle County
Sample Trails in Albemarle County
Curated Guides for Albemarle County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Albemarle County, Maryland?
Yes — we have 480 mapped hiking and walking trails in Albemarle County, Maryland, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Albemarle County, Maryland for families?
1/2 Mile Loop near Charlottesville is one of the best family picks in Albemarle County, Maryland — 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 Albemarle County, Maryland?
Each of the 480 trails in Albemarle County, Maryland 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 Albemarle County, Maryland?
Albemarle County, Maryland has 1 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Albemarle County, Maryland?
Yes — 1 of Albemarle County, Maryland's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Loft Mountain Campground with 213 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Albemarle County, Maryland?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Maryland for more options beyond Albemarle County, Maryland.
Hiking guides for Maryland
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Albemarle County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Maryland, Ranked
Maryland's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMaryland's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Maryland trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Maryland
Ten gentle, well-marked Maryland trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Maryland
Maryland's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Maryland
Federal parks and recreation areas in Maryland ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Maryland: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Maryland's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.