If you’re into trail riding, mountain biking in Idaho should be high on your list. With thousands of miles of trails across every corner of the state, Idaho is truly a rider’s playground—whether you’re new to the sport or looking to tackle serious elevation.
Boise Trails Built for All Levels
In the Boise area, riders enjoy a wide range of trails suited for beginners to advanced cyclists. Most trails are built on compacted dirt, which means smooth and fast rides are the norm. Shorter routes in the Boise Foothills offer wide-open views, while longer rides bring you into forested terrain with rolling elevation and scenic valleys.
Local Favorites:
- Sidewinder to Freestone Ridge
A perfect ride from downtown Boise, this loop takes about three hours and delivers single-track fun, moderate climbs, and flowing downhill with wide Treasure Valley views. - Around the Mountain at Bogus Basin
This mid-summer to early fall trail is a local favorite, offering scenic alpine views on a flowing 10-mile loop at elevation. It’s a well-maintained single-track with a mix of technical and fast sections. - The Big Potato
Got time and legs for a challenge? This 41-mile ride packs in 6,500 feet of climbing and is best suited for experienced riders. It ends with the Around the Mountain loop, giving you big views and a thrilling descent you’ll be talking about for weeks.
Statewide Riding
No matter where you go in Idaho—north, south, or central—you’re likely near great trails. Bring your bike on weekend getaways; many towns and mountain regions offer well-marked trails, bike shops, and riding communities. McCall, Sun Valley, Stanley, and Ketchum are all top-tier mountain biking hubs.
With trails for every type of rider, Idaho lets you ride hard, ride fast, or just ride for fun—all with postcard-worthy views along the way.
Live where the local bike shop knows your name. Ride Idaho.
