Custer County, Montana
83 hiking & walking trails · 2parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 9 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Custer County, Montana
Custer County is home to 83 mapped hiking trails and 2 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 9 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Custer County
Up to 85 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Custer County
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Sample Parks in Custer County
Sample Trails in Custer County
Curated Guides for Custer County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Custer County, Montana?
Yes — we have 83 mapped hiking and walking trails in Custer County, Montana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Custer County, Montana?
Cold Springs Creek Trail near Cobalt is rated hard — the toughest classification among Custer County, Montana's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Custer County, Montana for families?
036 near Stanley is one of the best family picks in Custer County, Montana — 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 Custer County, Montana?
Each of the 83 trails in Custer County, 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 Custer County, Montana?
Custer County, Montana 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 Custer County, Montana?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Custer County, Montana right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Custer County, Montana?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Montana for more options beyond Custer County, Montana.
Hiking guides for Montana
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Custer County.
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.