Clay County, Missouri
175 hiking & walking trails · 5parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 7 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Clay County, Missouri
Clay County is home to 175 mapped hiking trails and 5 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 7 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Clay County
Up to 180 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Clay County
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Sample Parks in Clay County
Sample Trails in Clay County
Curated Guides for Clay County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Clay County, Missouri?
Yes — we have 175 mapped hiking and walking trails in Clay County, Missouri, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Clay County, Missouri for families?
5 Corners Connector near Smithville is one of the best family picks in Clay 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 Clay County, Missouri?
Each of the 175 trails in Clay 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 Clay County, Missouri?
Clay County, Missouri has 5 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 Clay County, Missouri?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Clay County, Missouri right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Clay County, Missouri?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Missouri for more options beyond Clay County, Missouri.
Hiking guides for Missouri
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Clay 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.