Flathead County, Montana
535 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 19 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Flathead County, Montana
Flathead County is home to 535 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 19 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Flathead County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Flathead County
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Sample Trails in Flathead County
Curated Guides for Flathead County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Flathead County, Montana?
Yes — we have 535 mapped hiking and walking trails in Flathead County, Montana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Flathead County, Montana for families?
800 Road near Whitefish is one of the best family picks in Flathead 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 Flathead County, Montana?
Each of the 535 trails in Flathead 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 Flathead County, Montana?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Flathead County, Montana yet.
Can I go camping in Flathead County, Montana?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Flathead County, Montana right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Flathead County, Montana?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Montana for more options beyond Flathead County, Montana.
Hiking guides for Montana
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Flathead 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.