Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
533 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 10 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Milwaukee County is home to 533 mapped hiking trails and 0 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 Milwaukee County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Milwaukee County
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Sample Trails in Milwaukee County
Curated Guides for Milwaukee County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
Yes — we have 533 mapped hiking and walking trails in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin for families?
Airlines Yards near Milwaukee is one of the best family picks in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
Each of the 533 trails in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin yet.
Can I go camping in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Wisconsin for more options beyond Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
Hiking guides for Wisconsin
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Milwaukee 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.