Iron County, Utah
224 hiking & walking trails · 34parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 10 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Iron County, Utah
Iron County is home to 224 mapped hiking trails and 34 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 10 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Iron County
Up to 234 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Iron County
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Sample Parks in Iron County
Sample Trails in Iron County
Curated Guides for Iron County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Iron County, Utah?
Yes — we have 224 mapped hiking and walking trails in Iron 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 Iron County, Utah?
Hancock Peak Trail near Brian Head is rated hard — the toughest classification among Iron County, Utah's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Iron County, Utah for families?
13th Hole Trail near Cedar City is one of the best family picks in Iron 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 Iron County, Utah?
Each of the 224 trails in Iron 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 Iron County, Utah?
Iron County, Utah has 34 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (8 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Iron County, Utah?
Yes — 3 of Iron County, Utah's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is POINT SUPREME CAMPGROUND with 25 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Iron County, Utah?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Utah for more options beyond Iron County, Utah.
Hiking guides for Utah
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Iron 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.