Dawson County, Montana
7 hiking & walking trails · 1parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 1 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Dawson County, Montana
Dawson County is home to 7 mapped hiking trails and 1 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 1 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Dawson County
Up to 8 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Dawson County
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Sample Parks in Dawson County
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Curated Guides for Dawson County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Dawson County, Montana?
Yes — we have 7 mapped hiking and walking trails in Dawson County, Montana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Dawson County, Montana for families?
Cap Rock Trail near Glendive is one of the best family picks in Dawson 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 Dawson County, Montana?
Each of the 7 trails in Dawson 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 Dawson County, Montana?
Dawson County, Montana has 1 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Dawson County, Montana?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Dawson County, Montana right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Dawson County, Montana?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Montana for more options beyond Dawson County, Montana.
Hiking guides for Montana
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Dawson 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.