Butler County, Missouri
14 hiking & walking trails · 2parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Butler County, Missouri
Butler County is home to 14 mapped hiking trails and 2 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Butler County
Up to 16 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Butler County
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Sample Parks in Butler County
Sample Trails in Butler County
Curated Guides for Butler County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Butler County, Missouri?
Yes — we have 14 mapped hiking and walking trails in Butler County, Missouri, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Butler County, Missouri for families?
Cane Creek Trail near Poplar Bluff is one of the best family picks in Butler 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 Butler County, Missouri?
Each of the 14 trails in Butler 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 Butler County, Missouri?
Butler County, Missouri has 2 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Butler County, Missouri?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Butler County, Missouri right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Butler County, Missouri?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Missouri for more options beyond Butler County, Missouri.
Hiking guides for Missouri
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Butler 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.