Forest County, New York
48 hiking & walking trails · 11parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 9 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Forest County, New York
Forest County is home to 48 mapped hiking trails and 11 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 Forest County
Up to 59 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Forest County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Forest County
Sample Trails in Forest County
Curated Guides for Forest County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Forest County, New York?
Yes — we have 48 mapped hiking and walking trails in Forest County, New York, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Forest County, New York for families?
Allegheny Snowmobile Loop Trail 1 near East Hickory is one of the best family picks in Forest County, New York — 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 Forest County, New York?
Each of the 48 trails in Forest County, New York 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 Forest County, New York?
Forest County, New York has 11 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 Forest County, New York?
Yes — 2 of Forest County, New York's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is TIONESTA REC. AREA CAMPGROUND with 125 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Forest County, New York?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across New York for more options beyond Forest County, New York.
Hiking guides for New York
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Forest County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New York, Ranked
New York's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleNew York's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten New York trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New York
Ten gentle, well-marked New York trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New York
New York's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in New York
Federal parks and recreation areas in New York ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in New York: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
New York's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.