Benton County, Missouri
423 hiking & walking trails · 18parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 16 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Benton County, Missouri
Benton County is home to 423 mapped hiking trails and 18 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 16 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Benton County
Up to 218 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Benton County
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Sample Parks in Benton County
Sample Trails in Benton County
Curated Guides for Benton County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Benton County, Missouri?
Yes — we have 423 mapped hiking and walking trails in Benton County, Missouri, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Benton County, Missouri for families?
1000th Mile Trail near Warsaw is one of the best family picks in Benton County, Missouri — 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 Benton County, Missouri?
Each of the 423 trails in Benton County, Missouri 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 Benton County, Missouri?
Benton County, Missouri has 18 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 Benton County, Missouri?
Yes — 2 of Benton County, Missouri's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is OSAGE BLUFF with 60 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Benton County, Missouri?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Missouri for more options beyond Benton County, Missouri.
Hiking guides for Missouri
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Benton County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Missouri, Ranked
Missouri's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleMissouri's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Missouri trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Missouri
Ten gentle, well-marked Missouri trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Missouri
Missouri's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Missouri
Federal parks and recreation areas in Missouri ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Missouri: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Missouri's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.