
Teresa Bruffey
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Red Cliffs to Lower Hulls Gulch Loop - Mountain Biking
BoiseWithin the Ridges-to-Rivers trail system, this loop offers flowing cross-country single track, a few leg-burning climbs and gorgeous views across the valley.
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Boise Greenbelt - Road Running
BoiseParalleling the Boise River for 25 miles, the paved Greenbelt trail is one of the city’s most beloved parks.
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Boise Greenbelt to MK Nature Center - Cycling
BoiseTake an easy, relaxing ride along the Greenbelt to the wondrous, kid-friendly MK Nature Center
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Table Rock Traverse Wall - Climbing
Boise60-100’ continuous feet of sandstone stretch across the northeast side of this iconic geological feature for a pump-worthy bouldering traverse.
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Lucky Peak Dam Route - Cycling
BoiseNearly flat, this out-and-back ride along the Boise Greenbelt takes riders to a regional landmark at the south end of Lucky Peak State Recreation Area.
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City of Rocks National Reserve - Climbing
BoiseEstablished by early climbing legends, the City of Rocks is a celebrated climbing destination with everything from classic, stout crack routes to 5-point-fun friction.
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Camel's Back and Hulls Gulch - Trail Running
BoiseRolling hills, shaded flats, and a couple steep climbs make this a diverse, interesting run throughout some of the prettiest and most easily accessible trails near Boise.
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Military Reserve - Trail Running
BoiseRolling hills, many different combinations of connected trails and less traffic make this section of the Ridges to Rivers system a great area for getting into “the zone.”
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Toxaway to Alice Lake Loop - Backpacking/Camping
BoiseA stunningly beautiful 2-3 day backpacking loop, Toxaway to Alice Lake is a magical experience, connecting gem-colored lakes nestled below sharp, dramatic peaks and ridges of the Sawtooth Mountains.
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Pioneer Cabin - Hiking
BoiseA steadily climbing loop hike in the Pioneer Mountains to Pioneer Cabin offering sweeping views of peaks in the Pioneer, Smoky and Sawtooth Mountains.
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Quinns Pond - Flat Water Paddling
BoiseAt the hub of in-city paddling, Quinn’s Pond offers calm waters for stand-up paddlers to practice their skills or take it to the next level with SUP yoga.
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Bogus Basin Road - Cycling
BoiseA road that has been the training ground for Olympians, this 29-mile roundtrip ride climbs 3,500 feet to the Bogus Basin Ski Area.
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Harrison Hollow - Trail Running
BoiseA dog-friendly destination, the trails in Harrison Hollow include easy flats to challenging hills and ridge lines with valley-wide views.
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Around the Mountain Trail
BoiseCompleted in the fall of 2014, this new trail circles Shafer Butte, home of Bogus Basin Recreation and some of the Valley’s best riding.
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Stack Rock - Hiking
BoiseThe Stack Rock Trail offers a lush, shady excursion along a soft-packed, “lollipop” loop trail to phenomenal Treasure Valley views.
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Boise River Park - White Water Paddling
BoiseOne of the city’s newest, most exciting recreational attractions, the hydraulic Wave Shaper at Boise River Park creates a perfect “park and play” wave.
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Dump Loop - Cycling
BoiseA local classic hill ride, while it’s name is less than appealing the challenging Dump Loop includes big climbs, fast and fun descents and pretty views.
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Eastside Trail - Mountain Biking
BoiseA flowing mountain trail on the flanks of cool, forested Shafer Butte is a sweet ride with fun, optional technical features.
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Idaho Botanical Gardens - Cycling
BoiseEvery season, the Idaho Botanical Garden has surprises to be discovered and makes a great destination for a family outing or picnic date locale.
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Middle Fork of the Payette River - Hiking
BoiseGet a dose of pine-scented, mountain air with an easy hike out to Moon Dipper and Pine Burl Hot Springs along the beautiful Middle Fork of the Payette River.
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Military Reserve - Mountain Biking
BoiseA bit less crowded then the Camel’s Back/Hull’s Gulch trails, the network at Military Reserve offers flowing options for beginners to advanced riders.
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Stur Chimney, Mt. Heyburn - Climbing
BoiseAdventure climbing at its best, a hair-raising scramble from the Bench Lakes leads to a fun, 2-pitch 5.4 chimney with breathtaking 360 degree views.
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8th Street Interpretive Trail
BoiseHigh up from the bustle of the Camel’s Back trails, this long canyon trail is a nice pedestrian-only trail with beautiful displays of color in spring and fall.
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Redfish Lake - Backpacking/Camping
BoiseAn ideally situated near hiking, mountain biking, alpine rock climbing and even paddle-boating, the campgrounds at Redfish Lake make for a great summertime basecamp.
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Eagle Bike Park
BoiseAlong Highway 55 a short drive west and north of downtown, the Bike Park includes state-of-the-art designed trails, with flow trails, a pump track and miles of XC trail.