Houghton County, Wisconsin
19 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 7 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Houghton County, Wisconsin
Houghton County is home to 19 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 7 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Houghton County
Up to 19 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Houghton County
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Sample Trails in Houghton County
Curated Guides for Houghton County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Houghton County, Wisconsin?
Yes — we have 19 mapped hiking and walking trails in Houghton County, Wisconsin, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Houghton County, Wisconsin?
Old M-26 near Toivola is rated hard — the toughest classification among Houghton County, Wisconsin's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Houghton County, Wisconsin for families?
Beaver Lodge Interpretive Trail near Nisula is one of the best family picks in Houghton County, Wisconsin — 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 Houghton County, Wisconsin?
Each of the 19 trails in Houghton County, Wisconsin 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 Houghton County, Wisconsin?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Houghton County, Wisconsin yet.
Can I go camping in Houghton County, Wisconsin?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Houghton County, Wisconsin right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Houghton County, Wisconsin?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Wisconsin for more options beyond Houghton County, Wisconsin.
Hiking guides for Wisconsin
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Houghton County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Wisconsin, Ranked
Wisconsin's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichWisconsin's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Wisconsin trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Wisconsin
Ten gentle, well-marked Wisconsin trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Wisconsin
Federal parks and recreation areas in Wisconsin ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Wisconsin: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Wisconsin's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.