Rensselaer County, Vermont
36 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 8 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Rensselaer County, Vermont
Rensselaer County is home to 36 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 8 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Rensselaer County
Up to 36 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Rensselaer County
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Sample Trails in Rensselaer County
Curated Guides for Rensselaer County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Rensselaer County, Vermont?
Yes — we have 36 mapped hiking and walking trails in Rensselaer County, Vermont, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Rensselaer County, Vermont for families?
Battle Loop Trail (red) near North Hoosick is one of the best family picks in Rensselaer County, Vermont — 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 Rensselaer County, Vermont?
Each of the 36 trails in Rensselaer County, Vermont 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 Rensselaer County, Vermont?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Rensselaer County, Vermont yet.
Can I go camping in Rensselaer County, Vermont?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Rensselaer County, Vermont right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Rensselaer County, Vermont?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Vermont for more options beyond Rensselaer County, Vermont.
Hiking guides for Vermont
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Rensselaer County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Vermont, Ranked
Vermont's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichVermont's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Vermont trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Vermont
Ten gentle, well-marked Vermont trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Vermont
Vermont's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Vermont
Federal parks and recreation areas in Vermont ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Vermont: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Vermont's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.