Bring lots of water and a good hat! This trail is called Deer Point. not a tough trail, buy a long one. Is extremely hot and open a lot of away with not a lot of tree cover. 'Around the Mountain' is a local mountain bike favorite in Boise. On your approach to the top, youll begin to see a great view of the rolling foothills that Boise residents love so much. Explore this 6.3-mile point-to-point trail near Boise, Idaho. Evergreens are the primary tree in the Idaho mountains, but along this trail are a few additional deciduous trees and bushes that provide beautiful pops of color throughout the hike. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 45 min to complete. Muddy in lots of areas. Taking other people's content (text, photos, etc) without permission is a copyright violation and Not so much to look at, but it was incredibly peaceful. 253.52 m Down, 9.5 mi At a multi-trail junction, the track changes character significantly. Nearest Major City: Boise, ID You plan a fun hike for the weekend giving you the carrot on a stick you need to get you to Friday. 1,144' Up i saw very light traffic of hikers and bikers. Nicely graded trail with some cool rock formations for kids to climb on. Follow Harrison Blvd as it turns into Bogus Basin Road, zero your trip computer (odometer) at Curling Drive by Highland Elementary School, Drive up Bogus Basin Road for 11.9 fun, switchback-filled miles, park in an unmarked side-road parking area to the left of the road, head south west on trail from parking lot, when you walk through a narrow, rocky and tree-covered section of trail and out into wide section of path that is a driveway up and to the right, continue going down (south), follow this well-traveled trail around the side of the hill, and go straight when you run into a fork in the path (designated by a rock with a stick in it), note you came from the left fork (which will be on your right when you return), keep going until you run into the East Side trail (#120) fork, and take a left. NOT OKAY! ~12.25 miles, 1:54:23, 2,260 el. **This map does NOT end @ Stack Rock. I hope you enjoy our adventure and get the chance to enjoy this hike yourselves. (208) 373-4100, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/boise/recarea/?recid=82953. Private property so stay on the trail. Traveling above Daniels Creek, you will likely notice hikers and bikers venturing the Sweet Connie Trail below. Back at the main junction, you get to climb out of all that stuff you started the ride with! This trail is also popular in the Fall, just as the leaves are changing at that elevation. 228.9 m Down, 6.5 mi Got started about 9:30 in the morning. A lot of mountain bikes so be prepared to step aside but otherwise fantastic. The trail follows a creek for about a mile and there are several creek crossings. Always a good idea when you are hiking a new area and trail. You have to get up every day, put on fancy clothes you hate and go to a job that is filled with nothing but stress and monotony. Freddy's Stack Rock Trail Interactive Map 4) Harrison Hollow This trail is great for almost all weather conditions. 2,051' Up No matter the season, Freddys Stack Rock Trail will not disappoint. This segment of the hike will gently undulate behind the rocks before gently climbing up to another junction. Find Trails by Region - OR - Search for Trails. Solid trail. 324.16 m Down, 17.7 mi 5.1 km Snowshoeing in the winter would also be an awesome adventure. No spam. Become a Contributor at 10Adventures and share your adventures! Formerly, hikers and mountain bikers reached Freddy's Trail via Eastside Trail. Once you've checked your bike and you're ready to ride, take the trail that begins just under the ski lift. Restroom and picnic area at the trailhead. Nice trail along the creek, quiet and peaceful. Taking other people's content (text, photos, etc) without permission is a copyright violation and Total elevation gain of 1,335 feet (406.91 m). This stop has some informational signs and bathrooms (43.737737, -116.127507). Snap a few photos, then continue your adventure, completing the circuit. Polecat Gulch Loop via Collister Trailhead, Corrals Trail, Bob's Trail, and Highlands Trail Loop, Full Sail, Robert Smylie and Buena Vista Loop, Corrals Trail: Miller Gulch to Corrals-Bogus Basin Road, Corral to Hard Guy to Shingle Creek to Dry Creek Loop, Hard Guy, Boise Ridge Rd, 8th Street Extension and Corrals Loop. 10.4 km I love hiking so much. I'd recommend the Ridge To Rivers trail map and the Boise North and South pocket maps by Dharma Maps. Want to report conditions for this trail? Very little shade. Setting out from here, the Stack Rock Connector Trail drops steeply from the parking lot before crossing over to the west side of the road. Your FREE account works with all Adventure Projects sites. The trail to Stack Rock is a well maintained path that generates a lot of attention due to its special destination. 349.56 m Up Trail Guide. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. You wont run into many people out there. 44.2 km Wander along the, The Station Creek Trail is a hidden treasure in the Boise National Forest. Freddy's Stack Rock Trail Intermediate - 8 mile - out and back. 2023 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. Super great hike, takes awhile and the trail was relatively hard to find. Searching for the real me and writing all about it. Only 33 mushers will participate in the ceremonial start of the Iditarod "A little scary:". Trail was dry and solid, and with the sun mostly hiding behind thin clouds, it looked like the trail wasn't going to soften much. 16.4 km 5.1 km Freddy's Stack Rock is an iconic rock feature in the Boise mountains near Bogus Basin Ski Resort. NIB MacKenzie-Childs "Happy Jack" Illuminated Pumpkin. Remember trail etiquette, and be nice to those sharing the trail with you. Upload a photo Dont be fooled by the fire/logging roads that are about .5 miles in as it only lasts for about .75 miles and then goes back to nice tree canopies for the rest of the hike. Something else? Map showing recreational areas. It's an ideal destination for family travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, adventure seekers, or those just looking for a relaxing getaway. 302' Up Freddys Stack Rock is an iconic rock feature in the Boise mountains near Bogus Basin Ski Resort. 2h 15m. Construction of the new trail connection to Stack Rock Trail began May 22, 2019 and was completed by late summer of 2019. About a half mile further you will see the sign for Freddys Stack Rock Trail. 1,064' Down 822' Down Rent Your Gear. " tyler whelan OpenMapTiles OSM 3.4 Miles Singletrack 5,863' High 5,385' Low 138' Up 617' Down 4% Avg Grade (2) 12% Max Grade (7) This alley is a Boise must-see. Veer left, and the forested will open to the impressive granite outcrop that looms above the treeline. To start, unless you are planning on taking the shuttle (look up the schedule for the day you are planning to go), From the peak the views are limitless, a full 360 degrees of landmarks like Lucky Peak Reservoir. Doesn't get to busy on the trials. Time: 3 hours Great trail, first three+ miles there are no trees so could get hot in the summer. Got up there yesterday, 6/12 to a sign warning about the trail being closed due to logging activity and that the land was private. Near the car park, but not part of the walk, is the Green Bridge, a natural arch carved by the waves. 1061.48 m Up Trail. You worked all week and all you want is a few extra minutes of sleep. Just poking out the trees it looks like a sharks fin swimming in an ocean of green. Moderately steep. Great view once you get to the top, but not a beginner hike. The Freddys Stack Rock Hike departs from the Stack Rock Trailhead off N Bogus Basin Road. An Adventure Projects staff member will review this and take an appropriate action, but we generally don't reply. 394.77 m Up Most of the time, i was solo to let it rip. 822' Up The trails right around Boise are high desert, exposed, wide open spaces, rolling hills of grassland. Finished at 12:30, and trails were still solid with only a hint of mud in spots. 3,483' Up Tha Ladder 04. 349.46 m Down. The trail is wide and accommodates mountain bikers as well as hikers and trail runners. Freddy's Stack Rock Trail #25 Intermediate 4.3 (4) Areas ID Southwestern Idaho Boise, Eagle, Meridian OpenMapTiles OSM 3.9 Miles Point to Point 5,867' High 5,369' Low 738' Up 248' Down 5% Avg Grade (3) 15% Max Grade (8) Toolbox Plan in onX Backcountry Driving directions Take a virtual tour Download GPX File Know This Trail? The Stack Rock trail is an awesome intermediate-level day hike with lots of shade. You'll get the very best view of Boise and the surrounding valley as well as crisp, clean air at 5,200 feet. Wildlifeis quite abundant and if you're luckyyou may beable to spot herds ofantelope, deer, and elk. Local Club: Southwest Idaho Mountain Bike Association, Land Manager: USFS - Boise National Forest Office, 11.4 mi 84 for abou nture seekers, or those just looking for a relaxing getaway. The trail begins from this parking area and the path is easy to locate below. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Moondipper Hot Spring and Pine Burl Hot Spring Hike. Took a wrong turn a time or two! The South Fork of the Boise River provides excitement for campers, wildlife lovers, and outdoor goers. One of the few routes that offer year-round adventure opportunities, the fall is certainly our choice season. The first is a small shoulder area along the N Bogus Basin Rd (43.734070, -116.127276). Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Trail, Southwest Idaho Mountain Bike Association. 1,318' Down Full of wonderment, wonderful views, and wildflowers, the Freddys Stack Rock Hike is hard to beat. Something else? Most of its flat but you have some solid elevation climbs at the start and end which can wear out inexperienced hikers. 1500.6 m Down, 10.2 mi If you're looking for panoramic views of the treasure valley then this is a great place to start. Your Old Droog 09. The last thing you want to do is drive 2 hours to the trailhead for the hike you had planned. Book a Tour All Tours Explore By Region Africa Botswana Eswatini Kenya Lesotho Morocco Mozambique Namibia Rwanda South Africa Tanzania Uganda Zimbabwe Asia Bhutan Brunei Cambodia China Georgia There are two locations where you can start on the trail. Autumn is the prime season for this hike because of the vibrant colors and crisp, clean air. Sweeping views of the entire Treasure Valley Boise has plenty of trails to choose from when it comes to short accessible hikes. Great day hike and very easy for the family. 12.6 miles round trip. Leading through corridors of ponderosa pines and communities of sagebrush, this pleasant path opens to the incredible Stack Rocks that rise from the landscape, offering expansive views of Treasure Valley. The hike itself is longer than what we were able to accomplish, since we left too late in the day to complete the full hike. This is a great running trail! Throughout the hike, youll have several views of Stack Rock. Very steep. Trail Guide Best Trails & Photos. The tops of the stacks and the ledges below are crammed in spring with guillemots and razorbills, and fulmar and kittiwake nest on the cliffs along with herring and black-backed gulls. This is about an injury or accident Right after mile marker 13, you notice a small gravel parking lot and some street parking. There is plenty of nature to enjoy all year round as you make your way up to stack rock. 741.17 m Up On June 30th, 2019, Skip, Bandit, and I headed up towards Bogus Basin, near Boise, Idaho, to hike the iconic rock, Freddy's Stack Rock Trail, or known as Stack Rock. Theres one section of logging road but the rest is mostly single-track goodness. Freddie's Stack Rock is an 11-mile trail loop, which is great for a hike or mountain bike ride. United States. 665.53 m Up This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Create Recommended Route or The Freddys Rock Stack Rock Trail is a lovely adventure in the Boise National Forest that accommodates mountain bikers and hikers alike. ABOUT US. 12.2 km Mountain Bike 'Around the Mountain' at Bogus Basin, Explore the South Fork of the Boise River. Chapter Text. Freddy's Stack Rock was named after Fred Alleman. The trail leads to Stack Rock, an imposing granite tower with amazing 360 degree views of the Treasure Valley, Horseshoe Bend, and beyond. We also took the longer route, which didn't help our limited amount of time. We challenged ourselves with this oneon the hottest day yet this year. 1,147' Down Man Of Steel 02. Leading through corridors of ponderosa pines and communities of sagebrush, this pleasant path opens to the incredible Stack Rocks that rise from the landscape, offering expansive views of Treasure Valley. Last stretch to Freddys Stack Rock Trail has a good climb. Stack Rocks are two detached pillars of limestone. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Top Runs. I left my ridge-to-rivers map at home on accident so we ended up doing the entire Stack Rock loop. Something else? The terrain is mild and generally flat until about half a mile from the destination. How did I get so lucky? 3,482' Down 1,295' Up This is pretty active trail and also used by mountain bikers so you most likely will not be alone out there if your taking it during spring/summer/fall. Lots of cyclist. Freddy's Stack Rock Trail Moderate 4.6 (1835) Boise National Forest Photos (1,105) Directions Print/PDF map Length 11.7 miElevation gain 1,351 ftRoute type Loop Discover this 11.7-mile loop trail near Boise, Idaho. The higher you climb, the better the view you receive from both sides of the rock. Freddy's opened Tuesday, Jan. 24, at 900 MLK Pkwy. 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