Garrett County, Maryland
149 hiking & walking trails · 3parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Garrett County, Maryland
Garrett County is home to 149 mapped hiking trails and 3 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 14 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Garrett County
Up to 152 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Garrett County
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Sample Parks in Garrett County
Sample Trails in Garrett County
Curated Guides for Garrett County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Garrett County, Maryland?
Yes — we have 149 mapped hiking and walking trails in Garrett County, Maryland, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Garrett County, Maryland?
Big Savage Mountain Trail near Lonaconing is rated hard — the toughest classification among Garrett County, Maryland's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Garrett County, Maryland for families?
5.5 Mile Trail near Oakland is one of the best family picks in Garrett 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 Garrett County, Maryland?
Each of the 149 trails in Garrett 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 Garrett County, Maryland?
Garrett County, Maryland has 3 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 Garrett County, Maryland?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Garrett County, Maryland right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Garrett County, Maryland?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Maryland for more options beyond Garrett County, Maryland.
Hiking guides for Maryland
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Garrett 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.