McLean County, North Dakota
1 hiking & walking trails · 9parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 5 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in McLean County, North Dakota
McLean County is home to 1 mapped hiking trails and 9 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 5 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in McLean County
Up to 10 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in McLean County
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Sample Parks in McLean County
Sample Trails in McLean County
Curated Guides for McLean County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in McLean County, North Dakota?
Yes — we have 1 mapped hiking and walking trails in McLean County, North Dakota, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in McLean County, North Dakota for families?
North Country Trail near Riverdale is one of the best family picks in McLean County, North Dakota — 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 McLean County, North Dakota?
Each of the 1 trails in McLean County, North Dakota 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 McLean County, North Dakota?
McLean County, North Dakota has 9 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 McLean County, North Dakota?
Yes — 3 of McLean County, North Dakota's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Downstream Campground (ND) with 114 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near McLean County, North Dakota?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across North Dakota for more options beyond McLean County, North Dakota.
Hiking guides for North Dakota
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for McLean County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in North Dakota, Ranked
North Dakota's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykNorth Dakota's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten North Dakota trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in North Dakota
Ten gentle, well-marked North Dakota trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in North Dakota
North Dakota's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in North Dakota
Federal parks and recreation areas in North Dakota ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in North Dakota: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
North Dakota's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.