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    Ridge to River Trail System

    125 Reviews
    #7 of 102 things to do in Boise
    Outdoor Activities, Nature & Parks, Biking Trails
    1104 W Royal Blvd, Boise, ID 83706-2840
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    “Did you know that people all over the world ask how we achieved the Boise River Greenbelt, AND Ridge to Rivers Trails?”

    NO SMALL FEAT! and yet, the insightful citizens of Boise and surrounds saw it as an asset long... read more

    Reviewed September 16, 2018
    Deebodina
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    Boise, Idaho
    “Walking, Running or Biking”

    The Ridge to Trail System in Boise is fantastic for walking, running or biking. You can spend... read more

    Reviewed September 14, 2018
    Colnago62
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    Boise, Idaho
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Watch out for crazy bikes!

    This is an extensive trail system. Stop by at Bandana Running and Walking in downtown Boise to get a map. Ask for advice about the type of trail you want to hike. Some are mild, some are a bit more difficult. Beware of crazy bike...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank RichardBoise
    Reviewed October 21, 2018
    Good united trail system over the greater Boise area

    The Ridge to River Trail System combines trails, mostly near Boise, but also includes surrounding cities like Garden Valley. You can find it on Facebook or purchase a physical map if you wish. During rainy season be sure to check the trail updates to see...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Yosef Ben D
    Reviewed September 16, 2018
    Did you know that people all over the world ask how we achieved the Boise River Greenbelt, AND Ridge to Rivers Trails?

    NO SMALL FEAT! and yet, the insightful citizens of Boise and surrounds saw it as an asset long before these natural systems gained hold in our country. Whether you're a quick tripper, a long hiker, biker or equestrian, these trails offer something for everyone, from...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Deebodina
    Reviewed September 14, 2018
    Walking, Running or Biking

    The Ridge to Trail System in Boise is fantastic for walking, running or biking. You can spend hours connecting on different trails all over the Boise foothills. The trails are well maintained and well marked and there are maps at the trailheads. Most of the...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Colnago62
    Reviewed June 17, 2018
    Best quality is volume

    This will be a mountain bike-centric review. I hit the trails here as part of a road trip from Colorado to Oregon. Boise is known for their trail system & I wanted to check it out. I did about a 30 mile ride, so this...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    1  Thank Jeff L
    Reviewed June 3, 2018
    fairly good system but not enough current info

    the system is admirable with so many trails to take care of. the website doesn't seem to give most up to date info about how to get to each trail and what are the conditions, though (especially those with higher elevation). definitely could have done...More

    Date of experience: April 2018
    1  Thank yuanxiz2016
    Reviewed May 22, 2018
    Just beautiful

    Went to pier for sunset and it was spectacular. What a great overview of Boise what a great sunset! Something you should do if you’re in Boise!

    Date of experience: May 2018
    1  Thank Pizzaexplorer
    Reviewed May 17, 2018
    Get outside

    Easy to moderate trails nothing crazy. Wide and well kept. We did notice several bags of dog poop left on side of trails, to be picked up on way down. Then we noticed that there wasn’t that many people hiking with their dogs...hmmm...did they forget...More

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank Two-Mile-Hi-Diver
    Reviewed May 11, 2018
    Outstanding Selection

    We parked at Camel's Back Park and enjoyed walking a loop of approximately 7 miles. The trails we walked included: #35 Gold Finch, #37 Owl's Roost, #39A Kestrel, #28 Crestline Trail, #29 Lower Hull's Gulch, #36A Chickadee Ridge, and #35A Red-Winged Blackbird. All trails were...More

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank Mike O
    Reviewed May 5, 2018
    Table Rock...Go...Do it!

    Enjoyed a beautiful evening hike up Table Rock. It is roughly a 3.5 mile route but there are many options to add on a loop. It definitely gets the heart rate up but there were families with small children and the little ones were doing...More

    Date of experience: April 2018
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    May 30, 2017|
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    Response from michaelmC8905EK | Reviewed this property |
    I agree with Jennifer. There aren't many flat land places to ride (other than surface streets) these days due to flooding. I might suggest renting a mountain bike at any of the great shops we have in Boise, and hit the... More
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    July 5, 2016|
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    Response from Jerry X | Reviewed this property |
    I have always only hiked, my pug cannot keep up on a bike
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