Carter County, Tennessee
104 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 9 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Carter County, Tennessee
Carter County is home to 104 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 9 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Carter County
Up to 104 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Carter County
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Sample Trails in Carter County
Curated Guides for Carter County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Carter County, Tennessee?
Yes — we have 104 mapped hiking and walking trails in Carter County, Tennessee, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Carter County, Tennessee for families?
3rd Street near Elizabethton is one of the best family picks in Carter County, Tennessee — 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 Carter County, Tennessee?
Each of the 104 trails in Carter County, Tennessee 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 Carter County, Tennessee?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Carter County, Tennessee yet.
Can I go camping in Carter County, Tennessee?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Carter County, Tennessee right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Carter County, Tennessee?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Tennessee for more options beyond Carter County, Tennessee.
Hiking guides for Tennessee
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Carter County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Tennessee, Ranked
Tennessee's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykTennessee's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Tennessee trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Tennessee
Ten gentle, well-marked Tennessee trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Tennessee
Tennessee's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Tennessee
Federal parks and recreation areas in Tennessee ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Tennessee: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Tennessee's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.