Wake County, North Carolina
855 hiking & walking trails · 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 15 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Wake County, North Carolina
Wake County is home to 855 mapped hiking trails and 4 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 15 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Wake County
Up to 204 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Wake County
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Sample Parks in Wake County
Sample Trails in Wake County
Curated Guides for Wake County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Wake County, North Carolina?
Yes — we have 855 mapped hiking and walking trails in Wake County, North Carolina, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Wake County, North Carolina for families?
286 Connector Trail near Morrisville is one of the best family picks in Wake County, North Carolina — 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 Wake County, North Carolina?
Each of the 855 trails in Wake County, North Carolina 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 Wake County, North Carolina?
Wake County, North Carolina has 4 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Wake County, North Carolina?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Wake County, North Carolina right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Wake County, North Carolina?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across North Carolina for more options beyond Wake County, North Carolina.
Hiking guides for North Carolina
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Wake County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in North Carolina, Ranked
North Carolina's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichNorth Carolina's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten North Carolina trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in North Carolina
Ten gentle, well-marked North Carolina trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in North Carolina
North Carolina's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in North Carolina
Federal parks and recreation areas in North Carolina ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in North Carolina: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
North Carolina's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.