Blue Earth County, Minnesota
24 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 1 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Blue Earth County, Minnesota
Blue Earth County is home to 24 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 1 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Blue Earth County
Up to 24 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Blue Earth County
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Sample Trails in Blue Earth County
Curated Guides for Blue Earth County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
Yes — we have 24 mapped hiking and walking trails in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Blue Earth County, Minnesota for families?
7th Avenue near Mankato is one of the best family picks in Blue Earth County, Minnesota — 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 Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
Each of the 24 trails in Blue Earth County, Minnesota 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 Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Blue Earth County, Minnesota yet.
Can I go camping in Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Blue Earth County, Minnesota right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Minnesota for more options beyond Blue Earth County, Minnesota.
Hiking guides for Minnesota
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Blue Earth County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Minnesota, Ranked
Minnesota's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMinnesota's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Minnesota trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Minnesota
Ten gentle, well-marked Minnesota trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Minnesota
Minnesota's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Minnesota
Federal parks and recreation areas in Minnesota ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Minnesota: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Minnesota's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.