Shenandoah County, Maryland
171 hiking & walking trails · 8parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Shenandoah County, Maryland
Shenandoah County is home to 171 mapped hiking trails and 8 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 Shenandoah County
Up to 179 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Shenandoah County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Shenandoah County
Sample Trails in Shenandoah County
Curated Guides for Shenandoah County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Shenandoah County, Maryland?
Yes — we have 171 mapped hiking and walking trails in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County, Maryland?
Massanutten Trail near New Market is rated hard — the toughest classification among Shenandoah County, Maryland's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Shenandoah County, Maryland for families?
Alum Spring near Orkney Springs is one of the best family picks in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County, Maryland?
Each of the 171 trails in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County, Maryland?
Shenandoah County, Maryland has 8 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Shenandoah County, Maryland?
Yes — 2 of Shenandoah County, Maryland's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Little Fort with 4 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Shenandoah County, Maryland?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Maryland for more options beyond Shenandoah County, Maryland.
Hiking guides for Maryland
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Shenandoah 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.