Hiking Trails & Parks in Dayton, Ohio
224 hiking & walking trails and 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Dayton, located in Montgomery County, Ohio. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton offers 224 mapped hiking trails and 4 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Montgomery County, Ohio, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio?
Yes — we have 224 mapped hiking and walking trails in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What hiking trail in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio has the most elevation gain?
Hawks Lair near Dayton has the most mapped elevation gain in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio at 927 ft. (Elevation gain, not summit altitude — OSM doesn't tag peak elevation.)
What is the best hiking trail in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio for families?
Adirondack Trail near Dayton is one of the best family picks in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio — 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 Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio?
Each of the 224 trails in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio 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 Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio?
Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio 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 Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio right now — check the county level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Montgomery County for more options beyond Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio.
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