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Ridge To Rivers Trail System
Saturday, December 14, 2024
| Other Names | Upper 8th Street Trails, Ridge To Rivers Trail System, Trail #6 Loop, Trail #4, Crane Gulch Connector, 8th Street Motorcycle Trail, Curlew Connector, Lucky Peak Trail, Hornet Loop, Show Mountain Rd, East Highland Valley Rd, Hull Creek, Trail #4 Loop, Femrite's Patrol Trail #6 |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This trail system primarily consists of hiking, mountain bike and equestrian trails but features a few designated motorized loops. You will enjoy the panoramic views of Boise and the surrounding area, but to really get the most out of this trail system you would need a mountain bike.
There are several trailheads located off the main entrance road but the 8th Street Staging Area offers access to the dirt bike trails. The staging area has a couple vault toilets, garbage cans, informational kiosk with trail maps plus a loading ramp. There is no fee charged to park or ride the trails but an Idaho OHV Sticker is required for each machine. The staging area and trails are open for day use only but camping is available at Macks Creek Park at Lucky Lake Reservoir.
Due to steep grades and off camber turns the terrain is geared for the more advanced rider. The trails are open daily, year-round, but riding is discouraged during spring thaw.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Idaho OHV Registration Sticker |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | A non-resident registration sticker must be purchased. (As of January 2020, Idaho no longer honors stickers from other states.) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Some Areas | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Alcohol | No Restriction | |
| Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 25,600 acres (40 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 3800 to 5200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees | Some | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads |  Few | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade | Some | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM, National Forest, City Land |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Sinclair (208) 387-0430 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Chevron (208) 368-0542 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Boise |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Americana RV Park (208) 344-5723 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Americana RV Park (208) 344-5723 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Americana RV Park (208) 344-5723 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Sinclair (208) 387-0430 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Boise, ID | ||
| Address | Sunset Peak Road, Boise, ID 83702 | ||
| From: Boise, ID
1) Take 8th Street North about 5 miles (road name changes to Sunset Peak Road) 2) Staging area is on the right (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Ridge To Rivers Trail System 1104 Royal Blvd Boise, ID 83706 (208) 493-2531 ridgetorivers@cityofboise.org www.ridgetorivers.org |
| Contact Info | Boise National Forest 1249 S. Vinnell Way Boise, ID 83709 (208) 373-4100 www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | BLM - Boise District 3948 Development Ave Boise, ID 83705 (208) 384-3300 blm_id_fourriversoffice@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Idaho Parks And Recreation 5657 E. Warm Springs Ave Boise, ID 83716 (208) 334-4197 reghelpline@idpr.idaho.gov idahostateparks.reserveamerica.com |
| Comment | Idaho OHV Sticker Info |
Ridge To Rivers Trail Photo
The Ridge to Rivers Trails offers a wide variety of vegetation that ranges from high desert brush to mature pine trees with green grass. Photo Submitted 5/29/2012 (Thanks!)Photo Submitted 5/29/2012 (Thanks!)
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Nearby Luck Lake Reservoir has a boat ramp and day use area. Camping can be found near the north end of the reservoir at Macks Creek Park. Photo Submitted 5/29/2012 (Thanks!)
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The trails have a maximum trail width of 50 inches. Dirt bikes and ATVs are permitted on designated trails. Photo Submitted 5/29/2012 (Thanks!)
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Photo Submitted 5/29/2012 (Thanks!)
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The trails are mostly smooth but there is the occasional tree root. During wet weather the roots can get slippery, which can make some sections more technical. Photo Submitted 5/29/2012 (Thanks!)
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The staging area has an informational kiosk with a trail map of the area. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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A close up view of the Ridge to Rivers Tail Map posted on the informational kiosk. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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This photo was taken from the informational kiosk May 2020. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The 8th Street Staging Area has parking designated for dirt bikes and ATVs. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The trails are mostly hard packed dirt but have nice flow and turns. Dirt bikes will have a blast here. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The main entrance road is hard packed dirt but is mostly smooth and regularly graded. To the right is the entrance for the 8th Street Staging Area. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The 8th Street Staging Area is the parking area that provides access to the motorized trails. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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Another view of the ATV trails at Ridge to Rivers. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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This is a view of Trail #4 which eventually ties into more loops. Riders should note that the trails have a max width of 50 inches. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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This is the sign for "Trail 4". From here you can access more motorized trails. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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A view of Boise taken from one of the hills. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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There is a vault toilet at the staging area. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The main staging area has a dirt parking lot but has plenty of turnaround room for trailers. Overnight parking is not permitted. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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One of the informational kiosks at 8th Street Staging Area. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The 8th Street Staging Area has loading ramps for dirt bikes and ATVs. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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This road starts out paved and eventually turns to dirt, but is regularly maintained and graded. Keep following this road until you get to the 8th Street Staging Area. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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From the staging area you can see the City of Boise and the surrounding foothills. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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The 8th Street Staging Area offers plenty of room for parking. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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There are some hiking and mountain bike only, so pay attention to the signs. Photo Submitted 5/19/2020 (Thanks!)
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