Alger County, Michigan
224 hiking & walking trails · 21parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 11 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Alger County, Michigan
Alger County is home to 224 mapped hiking trails and 21 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 11 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Alger County
Up to 221 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Alger County
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Sample Parks in Alger County
Sample Trails in Alger County
Curated Guides for Alger County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Alger County, Michigan?
Yes — we have 224 mapped hiking and walking trails in Alger County, Michigan, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Alger County, Michigan for families?
Bay de Noc – Grand Island National Recreation Trail near Trenary is one of the best family picks in Alger County, Michigan — 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 Alger County, Michigan?
Each of the 224 trails in Alger County, Michigan 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 Alger County, Michigan?
Alger County, Michigan has 21 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 Alger County, Michigan?
Yes — 8 of Alger County, Michigan's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit with 72 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Alger County, Michigan?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Michigan for more options beyond Alger County, Michigan.
Hiking guides for Michigan
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Alger County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Michigan, Ranked
Michigan's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleMichigan's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Michigan trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Michigan
Ten gentle, well-marked Michigan trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Michigan
Michigan's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Michigan
Federal parks and recreation areas in Michigan ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Michigan: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Michigan's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.