Hardy County, Maryland
97 hiking & walking trails · 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 6 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Hardy County, Maryland
Hardy County is home to 97 mapped hiking trails and 4 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 6 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Hardy County
Up to 101 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Hardy County
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Sample Parks in Hardy County
Sample Trails in Hardy County
Curated Guides for Hardy County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Hardy County, Maryland?
Yes — we have 97 mapped hiking and walking trails in Hardy 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 Hardy County, Maryland?
Peer Trail (Unmaintained) near Wardensville is rated hard — the toughest classification among Hardy County, Maryland's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Hardy County, Maryland for families?
Arbutus Trail near Mathias is one of the best family picks in Hardy 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 Hardy County, Maryland?
Each of the 97 trails in Hardy 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 Hardy County, Maryland?
Hardy County, Maryland has 4 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Hardy County, Maryland?
Yes — 1 of Hardy County, Maryland's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Trout Pond Recreation Area with 52 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Hardy County, Maryland?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Maryland for more options beyond Hardy County, Maryland.
Hiking guides for Maryland
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Hardy 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.