Dawes County, Nebraska
11 hiking & walking trails · 10parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 6 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Dawes County, Nebraska
Dawes County is home to 11 mapped hiking trails and 10 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 6 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Dawes County
Up to 21 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Dawes County
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Sample Parks in Dawes County
Sample Trails in Dawes County
Curated Guides for Dawes County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Dawes County, Nebraska?
Yes — we have 11 mapped hiking and walking trails in Dawes County, Nebraska, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Dawes County, Nebraska?
Cabin Trail near Marsland is rated hard — the toughest classification among Dawes County, Nebraska's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Dawes County, Nebraska for families?
Blackhills Overlook Trail near Chadron is one of the best family picks in Dawes County, Nebraska — 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 Dawes County, Nebraska?
Each of the 11 trails in Dawes County, Nebraska 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 Dawes County, Nebraska?
Dawes County, Nebraska has 10 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (2 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Dawes County, Nebraska?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Dawes County, Nebraska right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Dawes County, Nebraska?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Nebraska for more options beyond Dawes County, Nebraska.
Hiking guides for Nebraska
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Dawes County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Nebraska, Ranked
Nebraska's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichNebraska's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Nebraska trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Nebraska
Ten gentle, well-marked Nebraska trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Nebraska
Nebraska's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Nebraska
Federal parks and recreation areas in Nebraska ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Nebraska: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Nebraska's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.