Kay County, Oklahoma
110 hiking & walking trails · 9parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 2 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Kay County, Oklahoma
Kay County is home to 110 mapped hiking trails and 9 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 2 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Kay County
Up to 119 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Kay County
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Sample Parks in Kay County
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Kay County, Oklahoma?
Yes — we have 110 mapped hiking and walking trails in Kay County, Oklahoma, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Kay County, Oklahoma for families?
2nd Street near Ponca City is one of the best family picks in Kay 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 Kay County, Oklahoma?
Each of the 110 trails in Kay 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 Kay County, Oklahoma?
Kay County, Oklahoma has 9 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 Kay County, Oklahoma?
Yes — 1 of Kay County, Oklahoma's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is WASHUNGA BAY with 37 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Kay County, Oklahoma?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Oklahoma for more options beyond Kay County, Oklahoma.
Hiking guides for Oklahoma
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Kay 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.