Cass County, Minnesota
119 hiking & walking trails · 20parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 18 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Cass County, Minnesota
Cass County is home to 119 mapped hiking trails and 20 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 18 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Cass County
Up to 139 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Cass County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Cass County
Sample Trails in Cass County
Curated Guides for Cass County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Cass County, Minnesota?
Yes — we have 119 mapped hiking and walking trails in Cass County, Minnesota, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Cass County, Minnesota for families?
24th Avenue Northeast near Federal Dam is one of the best family picks in Cass 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 Cass County, Minnesota?
Each of the 119 trails in Cass 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 Cass County, Minnesota?
Cass County, Minnesota has 20 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (3 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Cass County, Minnesota?
Yes — 3 of Cass County, Minnesota's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is STONY POINT with 63 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Cass County, Minnesota?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Minnesota for more options beyond Cass County, Minnesota.
Hiking guides for Minnesota
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Cass 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.