Pennington County, South Dakota
199 hiking & walking trails · 63parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 12 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Pennington County, South Dakota
Pennington County is home to 199 mapped hiking trails and 63 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 12 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Pennington County
Up to 262 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Pennington County
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Sample Parks in Pennington County
Sample Trails in Pennington County
Curated Guides for Pennington County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Pennington County, South Dakota?
Yes — we have 199 mapped hiking and walking trails in Pennington County, South Dakota, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Pennington County, South Dakota for families?
1 near Caputa is one of the best family picks in Pennington 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 Pennington County, South Dakota?
Each of the 199 trails in Pennington 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 Pennington County, South Dakota?
Pennington County, South Dakota has 63 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (5 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Pennington County, South Dakota?
Yes — 7 of Pennington County, South Dakota's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is HORSETHIEF LAKE CAMPGROUND with 42 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Pennington County, South Dakota?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across South Dakota for more options beyond Pennington County, South Dakota.
Hiking guides for South Dakota
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Pennington 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.