Cherokee County, Oklahoma
148 hiking & walking trails · 24parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 5 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Cherokee County, Oklahoma
Cherokee County is home to 148 mapped hiking trails and 24 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 Cherokee County
Up to 172 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Cherokee County
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Sample Parks in Cherokee County
Sample Trails in Cherokee County
Curated Guides for Cherokee County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Cherokee County, Oklahoma?
Yes — we have 148 mapped hiking and walking trails in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Cherokee County, Oklahoma for families?
Briar Lane near Tahlequah is one of the best family picks in Cherokee County, Oklahoma — 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 Cherokee County, Oklahoma?
Each of the 148 trails in Cherokee County, Oklahoma 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 Cherokee County, Oklahoma?
Cherokee County, Oklahoma has 24 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Cherokee County, Oklahoma?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Cherokee County, Oklahoma right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Cherokee County, Oklahoma?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Oklahoma for more options beyond Cherokee County, Oklahoma.
Hiking guides for Oklahoma
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Cherokee County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Oklahoma, Ranked
Oklahoma's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuOklahoma's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Oklahoma trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Oklahoma
Ten gentle, well-marked Oklahoma trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Oklahoma
Oklahoma's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Oklahoma
Federal parks and recreation areas in Oklahoma ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Oklahoma: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Oklahoma's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.