Best Easy Idaho Hikes
Summer is wrapping up, but there's still plenty of time to go hiking. All of these hikes are Easy and give you breathtaking views of our incredible state!
There is something so rewarding about accomplishing a hike. Whenever I go, in the middle of the hike I think "Ugh why am I doing this, my legs are sore, I'm out of breath, and this is not fun!" When you reach the top or the end though you always feel so good. I get almost giddy and most of the time all that hard work is rewarded with stunning views you couldn't see any other way. Just yesterday I hiked Camel's Back and even though the super steep climb only takes you about 5 minutes to accomplish, every time I do it I am reminded why I love Boise and how beautiful it is here.
All of these hikes from Only in Your State are under 5 miles. Some are near, some are far, but all of them will give you that "hikers high!" Get hiking!
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Fourth of July Lake Hike
Located in the Sawtooth Mountains, this 3.6 mile hike will give you scenic views of the lake and meadows. If you feel like an overachiever that day, you can hike 3 more miles to Washington Lake for more breathtaking views.
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City of Rocks Hike
There are 22 miles of hiking trails in Idaho's City of Rocks, but if you want an easy adventure try the Bath Rock Trail with your kids or the Castle Rocks Trail hike which is just 5 miles long.
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Marsh Creek Trail
The Marsh Creek Trail is in the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, you'll cross a beautiful bridge, and have many "oh wow" moments when you see the mountains, valleys, streams, and trees.
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Mineral Ridge Trail
It's a 3.3 mile hike along Lake Couer d'Alene is a prime hike to see lots of wildlife!
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Silver Creek Preserve
This pretty much flat "hike" is more than 5 miles along Silver Creek but the great thing is you can turn around at any point!
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Draper Wood River Preserve
Located along the Big Wood River features the stunning bow bridge and a beautiful boardwalk.
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Table Rock Hike
It may be all black now from the recent fire, but you can't live in Boise and not do the Table Rock Hike. The views are incredible and even though my kids complained a bit, even children can do it! The trails are back open now, so go for it before summer is over.
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Camels Back
I love this little hike in the North End of Boise. Camels Back is straight up, but in literally like 5 minutes you get breathtaking views of the Treasure Valley.
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