Rhea County, Tennessee
86 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 5 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Rhea County, Tennessee
Rhea County is home to 86 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 5 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Rhea County
Up to 86 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Rhea County
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Sample Trails in Rhea County
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Rhea County, Tennessee?
Yes — we have 86 mapped hiking and walking trails in Rhea County, Tennessee, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the longest hiking trail in Rhea County, Tennessee?
The longest mapped trail in Rhea County, Tennessee is CT_Bryan Overlook Trail at 6.8 miles near Dayton. This reflects only trails with a mapped distance in our OpenStreetMap-sourced data — longer routes may exist that aren't fully tagged yet.
What is the shortest hiking trail in Rhea County, Tennessee?
The shortest mapped trail in Rhea County, Tennessee with a known distance is Indian Head Rock Spur at 0.5 miles near Grandview.
What is the best hiking trail in Rhea County, Tennessee for families?
Indian Head Rock Spur near Grandview is one of the best family picks in Rhea County, Tennessee — easy difficulty and 0.5 miles round trip, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Rhea County, Tennessee?
Each of the 86 trails in Rhea 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 Rhea County, Tennessee?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Rhea County, Tennessee yet.
Can I go camping in Rhea County, Tennessee?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Rhea County, Tennessee right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Rhea County, Tennessee?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Tennessee for more options beyond Rhea County, Tennessee.
Hiking guides for Tennessee
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Rhea 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.