Hiking Trails & Parks in Bakersfield, Nevada
43 trails & 0 parks in Bakersfield, located in Kern County, Nevada.
About Outdoor Recreation in Bakersfield, Nevada
Bakersfield offers 43 mapped hiking trails and 0 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Kern County, Nevada, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: Kern County overview, all Kern County trails, or statewide Nevada list.
Hiking Trails in Bakersfield
From the OutsideAtlas Blog
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Nevada, Ranked
Nevada's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleNevada's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Nevada trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Nevada
Ten gentle, well-marked Nevada trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Nevada
Nevada's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Nevada
Federal parks and recreation areas in Nevada ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Nevada: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Nevada's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.