Hennepin County, Minnesota
866 hiking & walking trails · 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 18 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Hennepin County, Minnesota
Hennepin County is home to 866 mapped hiking trails and 4 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 Hennepin County
Up to 204 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Hennepin County
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Sample Parks in Hennepin County
Sample Trails in Hennepin County
Curated Guides for Hennepin County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Hennepin County, Minnesota?
Yes — we have 866 mapped hiking and walking trails in Hennepin County, Minnesota, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Hennepin County, Minnesota for families?
14th Ave Jumping Bridge near Saint Paul is one of the best family picks in Hennepin 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 Hennepin County, Minnesota?
Each of the 866 trails in Hennepin 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 Hennepin County, Minnesota?
Hennepin County, Minnesota has 4 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (4 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Hennepin County, Minnesota?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Hennepin County, Minnesota right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Hennepin County, Minnesota?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Minnesota for more options beyond Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Hiking guides for Minnesota
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Hennepin 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.