Kern County, Nevada
228 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 20 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Kern County, Nevada
Kern County is home to 228 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 20 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Kern County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Kern County
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Sample Trails in Kern County
Curated Guides for Kern County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Kern County, Nevada?
Yes — we have 228 mapped hiking and walking trails in Kern County, Nevada, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Kern County, Nevada?
Cooks Peak Trail near Wofford Heights is rated hard — the toughest classification among Kern County, Nevada's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Kern County, Nevada for families?
16th Street near Bakersfield is one of the best family picks in Kern County, Nevada — 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 Kern County, Nevada?
Each of the 228 trails in Kern County, Nevada 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 Kern County, Nevada?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Kern County, Nevada yet.
Can I go camping in Kern County, Nevada?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Kern County, Nevada right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Kern County, Nevada?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Nevada for more options beyond Kern County, Nevada.
Hiking guides for Nevada
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Kern County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Nevada, Ranked
Nevada's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleNevada's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Nevada trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Nevada
Ten gentle, well-marked Nevada trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Nevada
Nevada's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Nevada
Federal parks and recreation areas in Nevada ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Nevada: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Nevada's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.