Emery County, Utah
163 hiking & walking trails · 94parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 15 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Emery County, Utah
Emery County is home to 163 mapped hiking trails and 94 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 15 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Emery County
Up to 257 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Emery County
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Sample Parks in Emery County
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Curated Guides for Emery County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Emery County, Utah?
Yes — we have 163 mapped hiking and walking trails in Emery County, Utah, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Emery County, Utah?
Chute and Crack Canyon Connector Trail near Hanksville is rated hard — the toughest classification among Emery County, Utah's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Emery County, Utah for families?
959 Trail near Orangeville is one of the best family picks in Emery County, Utah — 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 Emery County, Utah?
Each of the 163 trails in Emery County, Utah 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 Emery County, Utah?
Emery County, Utah has 94 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (17 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Emery County, Utah?
Yes — 11 of Emery County, Utah's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Buckhorn Draw with 33 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Emery County, Utah?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Utah for more options beyond Emery County, Utah.
Hiking guides for Utah
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Emery County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Utah, Ranked
Utah's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykUtah's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Utah trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Utah
Ten gentle, well-marked Utah trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Utah
Utah's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Utah
Federal parks and recreation areas in Utah ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Utah: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Utah's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.