Baltimore County, Virginia
1,493 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 32 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Baltimore County, Virginia
Baltimore County is home to 1,493 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 32 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Baltimore County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Baltimore County
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8 more cities in this county.
Sample Trails in Baltimore County
Curated Guides for Baltimore County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Baltimore County, Virginia?
Yes — we have 1,493 mapped hiking and walking trails in Baltimore County, Virginia, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Baltimore County, Virginia?
Bike Buster-Downhill near Catonsville is rated hard — the toughest classification among Baltimore County, Virginia's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Baltimore County, Virginia for families?
68 Steps Trail near Gwynn Oak is one of the best family picks in Baltimore County, Virginia — 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 Baltimore County, Virginia?
Each of the 1,493 trails in Baltimore County, Virginia 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 Baltimore County, Virginia?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Baltimore County, Virginia yet.
Can I go camping in Baltimore County, Virginia?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Baltimore County, Virginia right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Baltimore County, Virginia?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Virginia for more options beyond Baltimore County, Virginia.
Hiking guides for Virginia
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Baltimore County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Virginia, Ranked
Virginia's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleVirginia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Virginia trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Virginia
Ten gentle, well-marked Virginia trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Virginia
Virginia's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Virginia
Federal parks and recreation areas in Virginia ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Virginia: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Virginia's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.