Hiking Trails & Parks in Montana
6,160 mapped hiking and walking trails, plus 298 parks, recreation areas, and campgrounds across Montana. Free trail maps for every listing — browse by county or city, or jump straight to the full list.
About Hiking in Montana
Montana has 6,160 mapped hiking trails and 298 federally managed parks and recreation areas spread across 61 counties. Trail data comes from OpenStreetMap contributors; parks and campgrounds from Recreation.gov.
Trying to narrow down? Browse all trails, all parks, all 61 counties, or pick a county below to see only its options.
Where to Go in Montana
A spatially-sampled view of 305 trail and park locations across Montana’s counties.
Montana Counties
Top 24 counties shown — 61 total indexed.
Trails by Difficulty in Montana
Parks & Campgrounds in Montana
Longest Trails in Montana
Curated Guides for Montana
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Montana?
Yes — we have 6,160 mapped hiking and walking trails in Montana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Montana?
State Line (Granite Peak) near Alberton is rated expert — the toughest classification among Montana's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Montana for families?
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail near Fruitland is one of the best family picks in Montana — easy difficulty and 3.1 miles round trip, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Montana?
Each of the 6,160 trails in Montana 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 Montana?
Montana has 298 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (50 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Montana?
Yes — 28 of Montana's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Downstream (MT) with 94 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Hiking guides & rankings for Montana
In-depth articles drawing on the trail and park data above.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Montana, Ranked
Montana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleMontana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Montana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Montana
Ten gentle, well-marked Montana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Montana
Montana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Montana
Federal parks and recreation areas in Montana ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Montana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Montana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.