Macon County, Tennessee
132 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 Macon County, Tennessee
Macon County is home to 132 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 Macon County
Up to 132 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Macon County
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Sample Trails in Macon County
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Macon County, Tennessee?
Yes — we have 132 mapped hiking and walking trails in Macon County, Tennessee, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Macon County, Tennessee?
Big Indian Loop Trail near Otto is rated hard — the toughest classification among Macon County, Tennessee's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Macon County, Tennessee for families?
Albert Mountain Bypass near Otto is one of the best family picks in Macon 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 Macon County, Tennessee?
Each of the 132 trails in Macon 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 Macon County, Tennessee?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Macon County, Tennessee yet.
Can I go camping in Macon County, Tennessee?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Macon County, Tennessee right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Macon County, Tennessee?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Tennessee for more options beyond Macon County, Tennessee.
Hiking guides for Tennessee
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Macon 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.