Dawes County, South Dakota
11 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Dawes County, South Dakota
Dawes County is home to 11 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Dawes County
Up to 11 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Dawes County
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Sample Trails in Dawes County
Curated Guides for Dawes County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Dawes County, South Dakota?
Yes — we have 11 mapped hiking and walking trails in Dawes County, South Dakota, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Dawes County, South Dakota?
Cabin Trail near Marsland is rated hard — the toughest classification among Dawes County, South Dakota's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Dawes County, South Dakota for families?
Blackhills Overlook Trail near Chadron is one of the best family picks in Dawes County, South 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 Dawes County, South Dakota?
Each of the 11 trails in Dawes County, South 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 Dawes County, South Dakota?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Dawes County, South Dakota yet.
Can I go camping in Dawes County, South Dakota?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Dawes County, South Dakota right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Dawes County, South Dakota?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across South Dakota for more options beyond Dawes County, South Dakota.
Hiking guides for South Dakota
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Dawes County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in South Dakota, Ranked
South Dakota's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuSouth Dakota's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten South Dakota trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in South Dakota
Ten gentle, well-marked South Dakota trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in South Dakota
South 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 South Dakota
Federal parks and recreation areas in South Dakota ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in South Dakota: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
South Dakota's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.