62 m away
Camel's Back East Side Loop
Scenic loop with steep hills and shady forest in the North End of Boise.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.3 km
- Ascent
- 69 m
- Descent
- 70 m
The Grove and Chickadee Ridge
A short loop with a lot of variety, and different sights for every season.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 2.2 km
- Ascent
- 46 m
- Descent
- 47 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 853 m
- High Point
- 897 m
- Gradient
- 4˚
The Grove and Chickadee Ridge are two distinct trails that can be made into a loop. You could just as well hike one or the other depending on your preference or the weather. The Grove is a flat and wide trail among tall trees, with a creek nearby. Thanks to the shade, it can be comfortable even on a hot day. The path is also suitable for strollers and some wheelchairs.
Description
Chickadee Ridge, on the other hand, goes up a steep section on a sun-exposed hill. From there you'll look over the grove below, and earn a view of the city beyond. The panorama and the rugged trail make this one especially fun, but it's much less enjoyable in the heat or the wind.
To connect the two trails you'll have to cross 8th Street Extension and walk a short section of gravel road. This part is much less scenic, but short. For a bonus activity, you could stop at the Foothills Learning Center near Hulls Gulch trailhead. This facility has a native plant garden and a picnic area for anyone to enjoy.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Historical
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Family friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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848 m away
Lower Hulls Gulch and Red Cliffs Loop
A nicely varied loop in the foothills near downtown, through a sheltered creek valley and across panoramic slopes.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.6 km
- Ascent
- 207 m
- Descent
- 207 m
852 m away
Red Cliffs and Kestrel Loop
A short and scenic loop with views over the city and some colorful geology.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 5 km
- Ascent
- 143 m
- Descent
- 143 m
1.3 km away
Harrison Hollow and Kemper's Ridge
A scenic jaunt close to downtown, in a network of many popular trails.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 121 m
- Descent
- 121 m
2.3 km away
Cottonwood Creek Loop
Short and easy hike among prairie and forest near a little creek.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 29 m
- Descent
- 29 m
2.3 km away
Ridge Crest and Central Ridge Loop
A loop with some elevation gain and varied scenery, using Ridge Crest and Central Ridge trails
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3.9 km
- Ascent
- 114 m
- Descent
- 114 m
2.3 km away
Eagle Ridge Overlooks
Hike uphill to nice views from both sides of a ridge near downtown Boise.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2 km
- Ascent
- 50 m
- Descent
- 50 m
4.1 km away
Hull's Gulch Interpretive Trail
A hiker-only trail with gorgeous views and lessons on nature in the Boise Foothills.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 342 m
- Descent
- 342 m
4.7 km away
Quarry Trail and Eagle Rock Loop
Quick hike in the foothills near downtown, with striking geology and sweeping views of the city.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3 km
- Ascent
- 111 m
- Descent
- 111 m
4.7 km away
Table Rock Loop
Boise's #1 hike, plus bonus scenery by making the loop.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 275 m
- Descent
- 275 m
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Guidebooks in this area
10 routes · Hiking
Best of Boise: Hiking in the Foothills
10 routes · Hiking
Best of Boise: Top 10 Hikes for the Family
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