DeKalb County, Tennessee
3 hiking & walking trails · 14parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in DeKalb County, Tennessee
DeKalb County is home to 3 mapped hiking trails and 14 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 DeKalb County
Up to 17 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in DeKalb County
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Sample Parks in DeKalb County
Sample Trails in DeKalb County
Curated Guides for DeKalb County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in DeKalb County, Tennessee?
Yes — we have 3 mapped hiking and walking trails in DeKalb County, Tennessee, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in DeKalb County, Tennessee for families?
Highland Rim Nature Trail near Lancaster is one of the best family picks in DeKalb 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 DeKalb County, Tennessee?
Each of the 3 trails in DeKalb 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 DeKalb County, Tennessee?
DeKalb County, Tennessee has 14 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 DeKalb County, Tennessee?
Yes — 1 of DeKalb County, Tennessee's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is LONG BRANCH with 61 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near DeKalb County, Tennessee?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Tennessee for more options beyond DeKalb County, Tennessee.
Hiking guides for Tennessee
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for DeKalb 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.