Idaho trails

The Bench Lakes Trail offers a captivating hiking experience marked by stunning mountain vistas and crystal-clear alpine lakes. As you ascend, you’ll traverse lush forests and open meadows, all while keeping an eye out for local wildlife, such as deer and elk, and on the Redfish Lake below. A few challenging…

Distance: 8.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,296 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,772 ft

Fishhook Creek Trail offers a delightful hiking experience, showcasing the stunning beauty of the Sawtooth Mountains. As you traverse the trail, you’ll encounter lush meadows dotted with vibrant wildflowers, serene beaver ponds, and captivating views of towering peaks like Heyburn and Horstmann, making it a…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 351 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,850 ft

The Adelmann Mine trail offers a captivating hike through diverse landscapes, including forests and open meadows. As you approach the historic gold mine, you'll encounter remnants of mining operations along with scenic views of the surrounding mountains and Boise River, making it a rewarding experience for…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,398 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,957 ft

The Scotchman Peak Trail offers a rewarding hiking experience characterized by steep inclines and breathtaking vistas. Along the route, hikers can enjoy expansive views of Lake Pend Oreille, the Clark Fork Valley, and the Selkirk Mountains, often spotting mountain goats in their natural habitat. The trail…

Distance: 8.1 mi • Elevation gain: 3,570 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,906 ft

The Goldbug Hot Springs Trail offers a moderate hike through stunning scenery, culminating in soothing geothermal pools nestled among rocky cliffs and lush vegetation. Along the route, hikers can enjoy beautiful waterfalls and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, providing a rewarding backdrop to the…

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 984 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,374 ft

The Cervidae Peak Trail is a steep but rewarding hike. The path ascends through open, sagebrush-covered hills, with the effort paying off in sweeping views of the Lucky Peak and Arrowrock reservoirs, as well as the Boise foothills. While challenging due to its steep elevation gain, the summit offers a serene…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,942 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,954 ft

Stack Rock Loop is a scenic, moderately challenging trail popular with hikers and mountain bikers alike. The route offers a mix of shaded forest areas, open meadows, and rocky outcrops, with sweeping views of Boise and the surrounding foothills. A highlight of the hike is reaching the impressive Stack Rock…

Distance: 12.3 mi • Elevation gain: 2,703 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,843 ft

The Table Rock Viewpoint and Quarry Loop Trail is a well-loved hike offering panoramic views of the city, the Boise River, and the surrounding foothills. Starting near the Old Idaho Penitentiary, this moderately challenging trail winds through sagebrush and grasslands, leading to a flat mesa with a prominent…

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 961 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,652 ft

The Mineral Ridge Loop Trail offers a peaceful and scenic hike through a classic forest of the Inland Northwest. As you climb, you’re rewarded with panoramic views of Lake Coeur d'Alene, particularly over Beauty and Wolf Lodge Bays. The trail is well-maintained, with interpretive signs along the way, making…

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,010 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,946 ft

Tubbs Hill Loop offers a scenic and accessible hike with stunning views of Lake Coeur d'Alene throughout most of the trail. The path winds through forested areas and along the lake's edge, passing beaches and rocky outcrops, providing several spots for swimming or just enjoying the natural beauty. It's a…

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 361 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,356 ft

Echo Lake, Idaho Springs Reservoir, Chicago Lakes and Summit Lake. Mount Evans Wilderness Area. #Hiking #Snowshoes #Mountain #Lake #Forest #Nature

Distance: 11.4 mi • Elevation gain: 3,369 ft • Maximum elevation: 12,884 ft

Craters of the Moon National Preserve. #Nature #Desert

Distance: 55.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,365 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,882 ft

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,900 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,921 ft

Distance: 14.4 mi • Elevation gain: 4,285 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,934 ft

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,417 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,792 ft

Evening hike

Distance: 4.1 mi • Elevation gain: 974 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,707 ft

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,152 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,199 ft

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 751 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,159 ft

Shorty Peak Trail

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,188 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,424 ft

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,900 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,997 ft

Evening hike

Distance: 11.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,907 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,731 ft

Distance: 12.3 mi • Elevation gain: 3,005 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,731 ft

Craters of the Moon National Monument

Distance: 0.4 mi • Elevation gain: 16 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,876 ft