Idaho
Looking for the best mountain biking in Idaho? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Idaho. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Mountain Biking Spots in and near Idaho
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Boise, Idaho
Freddy's Stack Rock Loop
4.011.34 mi / 2044 ft gainThe trail to Stack Rock is a well maintained path that generates a lot of attention due to its special destination. The famed rock overlooks the City of Trees and surrounding Treasure Valley. This trek is popular among locals because of its proximity to the city and its spectacular views. Getti...Read more -
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Hike Mineral Ridge
4.23.3 mi / 1000 ft gainWander through a classic Inland Northwest pine tree forest as you climb up to Mineral Ridge. At the top, explore historical Caribou Cabin and take the spur trail to the left to an abandoned mine. There is a lot of history scattered on this short loop hike! Continue past the cabin and take in v...Read more -
Ketchum, Idaho
Camp at the Coyote Yurts
5.0The Coyote Yurts are a little known treasure within the Sawtooth National Forest. Built and maintained by Sun Valley Trekking, these yurts are equipped with everything you need for a weekend getaway during any season of the year. Adventurers who enjoy mountain biking and backcountry skiing will n...Read more -
Lowman, Idaho
Marten Lake and Kelly Lake
5.09.16 mi / 1434 ft gainThe Sawtooth mountain range consists of hundreds, maybe thousands, of small, crystal clear lakes. Because of the sheer number of lakes, there are many destinations where the foot traffic is considerably low. Most weekend packers will stick to the familiar: they find themselves hiking to Sawtooth ...Read more -
Horseshoe Bend, Idaho
Mountain Bike 'Around the Mountain' at Bogus Basin
5.09.5 mi / 1450 ft gain'Around the Mountain' is a local mountain bike favorite in Boise. To get there, head up Bogus Basin Road for the full 16 miles until you get to the ski parking lot. Park in the line of cars facing the ski slope. Once you've checked your bike and you're ready to ride, take the trail that begins ju...Read more -
Murphy, Idaho
Mountain Bike to the Petroglyphs at Wees Bar
2.012.2 mi / 1000 ft gainAt Wees Bar, a remote area accessible only by bike or foot, explore hundreds of petroglyphs carved into glacial boulders by Native Americans 12,000 years ago. Begin at the Swan Falls Dam parking lot. Bring a fat bike in late summer and fall to glide over the dry, loose dirt that forms as the cany...Read more -
Boise, Idaho
Hike or Bike Table Rock Quarry Trail
4.53.7 miBoise has plenty of trails to choose from when it comes to short accessible hikes. If you're looking for panoramic views of the treasure valley then this is a great place to start. Table Rock Quarry has 4 different trails to choose from ranging all skill levels and distances. There are a mix of ...Read more -
Hailey, Idaho
Hike Carbonate Mountain
4.01.88 mi / 1306 ft gainStarting at 5,315ft elevation and ascending to 6,585ft, this short hike is a great way to see and experience Hailey, Idaho. From Hailey main street head west on Bullion St, the trailhead parking is to the right just after you cross the Big Wood River.You have two choices when hiking Carbonate, yo...Read more -
Hailey, Idaho
Pioneer Yurt via Hyndman Creek Trail
6.91 mi / 1650 ft gainThis trek starts about 25 minutes from Ketchum, Idaho at the Hyndman Creek Trailhead. As a general rule of thumb, Sun Valley is a great place to be in the fall, and this adventure is no different. The hike itself follows the beautiful Hyndman Creek and is only about 3.5 miles, but the daunting st...Read more -
Hailey, Idaho
Corral Creek
5.06.55 mi / 696 ft gainPark at the Trail Creek trailhead 2.5 miles north of Sun Valley. Pedal north and cross a wooden bridge over Trail Creek. Climb onto the bench and bike straight across toward the burned trees. Turn left onto signed Corral Creek Trail #325. Nearly all of the 600 feet of climbing is done on the way...Read more -
McCall, Idaho
Mountain Bike the Huckleberry Bay Loop
6.5 mi / 1250 ft gainPark at the visitor center for Ponderosa State Park to start. If you don't want to pay for parking you can park in the residential area outside of town or even in town, which is only a mile away from the park and has bike friendly roads to get to the state park. If you want more challenging down...Read more -
Ketchum, Idaho
Mountain Bike the Griffin Butte Loop
4 mi / 700 ft gainEasily accessible from town, you can peddle right up to the trail. There is a small parking lot at the trailhead as well. This is one of those trails that are fantastic in either direction you choose to ride it. To jump right into the climbing uphill section and have a fun backend ride, hit it co...Read more -
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Canfield Mountain Trail 3, Trail A, and Cave Loop
4.03.3 mi / 909 ft gainCanfield Mountain, located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, offers three distinct trails for hikers: Trail 3, Trail A, and Cave Loop. Trail 3, the longest of the three, is a moderate difficulty trail that spans 3.3 miles. It features a steady incline and offers views of the surrounding forest and the cit...Read more -
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Trail 8, Penn, and Cave Trail Loop
4.03.87 mi / 856 ft gainTrail 8, Penn, and Cave Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.Read more -
Kimberly, Idaho
Mountain Bike at Indian Springs
A total of 18 trails that you can connect for your ride. For flowy single track ride Lower Sugarloaf, Swamys, or Dry Gulch. For technical ride Brennan, Hot Shot, Upper Sugarloaf, or Backdoor. Trail maps at https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?msa=0&mid=zNWx9iR6KKmY.kbh0RThbxRScRead more -
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
North Nettelton Gulch Road to Shadduck
4.03.28 mi / 636 ft gainNorth Nettelton Gulch Road to Shadduck is a point-to-point trail where you may see local wildlife located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.Read more