Boise Front Trail Festival
- Date Fri 31st July 2026
- Time 6:00PM MDT
- Location Boise, Idaho
- Price $12.28 - $65.65
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 10 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Boise Front Trail Festival on July 31st and August 1st, 2026, in the beautiful city of Boise! This vibrant event celebrates the great outdoors with a lineup of exhilarating trail races, including a challenging 10-mile race that boasts over 2,000 feet of climbing to the highest point in Boise, and a welcoming 5-mile race perfect for newcomers to trail running or hiking.
Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts on Friday evening for the intense Hill Climb, where you'll tackle steep terrain on your journey to the summit of Shafer Butte. Camping options are available for those looking to enhance their festival experience! With generous cut-off times and stunning views, the Boise Front Trail Festival promises to be a thrilling adventure for all participants. Plus, your involvement supports local trail projects, contributing to the enhancement of the Boise Foothills. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and fellow trail lovers!
Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts on Friday evening for the intense Hill Climb, where you'll tackle steep terrain on your journey to the summit of Shafer Butte. Camping options are available for those looking to enhance their festival experience! With generous cut-off times and stunning views, the Boise Front Trail Festival promises to be a thrilling adventure for all participants. Plus, your involvement supports local trail projects, contributing to the enhancement of the Boise Foothills. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and fellow trail lovers!
Organiser's Description
BOISE FRONT TRAIL FESTIVAL
Join us on Friday, July 31st and/or Saturday, August 1st for a wonderful weekend of trails, nature and good vibes!
NOTE: The links below will take you to the Boise Running website [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival] for details including course maps, parking, awards, and other important information. Please be aware that the Boise Running team is currently considering NEW 2026 COURSES that include more singletrack, a start/finish closer to the main lodge, and the same challenging climbs you know & love! Maps currently available starting/finishing from the Frontier Point Lodge are from previous years and available to view as a reference, but may not apply to this year's event.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY, JULY 31ST AT 6:00 PM - THE HILL CLIMB
This INTENSE event is great for hikers, peak baggers, nordic skiers and those who just love a good challenge. We'll be taking the shortest route to the top of Shafer Butte (the highest point in Boise), but shortest doesn't mean easiest! The climb is a combination of terrain, but be prepared for lots of it to be STEEP!
Interested in an extra dose of fun? Camp out with the race team after this event and join us for the 5 mile or 10 mile on Saturday too!
LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST AT 7:00 AM - 10 MILE RACE
This event is the ultimate challenge, but all the vertical climbing is totally worth it! Climb over 2,000 feet and reach the highest point in all of Boise! This event has a generous cut off time that allows you to hike the entire event and still make it with room to spare! LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST AT 8:00 AM - 5 MILE RACE
This event is perfect for new hikers and trail runners. We believe in the outdoors being accessible to all people, even those that are new to the sport or only can train on flat terrain. With a generous cutoff time (same as the 10 mile!), wide trails without many rocks and rolling terrain, this event is perfect for those of you that are trail curious. LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
ABOUT THE EVENTS
Visit our WEBSITE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival] for more details and an extensive FAQ!
Proceeds from the Boise Front Trail Festival are donated to Ridge to Rivers [https://www.ridgetorivers.org/] - since 2022, we've been able to donate OVER $20,000 to our trail system. This has directly helped with new trail projects in the Boise Foothills, including the new Hawkins Reserve Trail. [https://www.cityofboise.org/news/parks-and-recreation/2023/may/city-of-boise-expands-foothills-trail-offerings-with-opening-of-hawkins-range-reserve/]
All 5 mile and 10 mile finishers receive a t-shirt and a custom-designed medal.
Join us on Friday, July 31st and/or Saturday, August 1st for a wonderful weekend of trails, nature and good vibes!
NOTE: The links below will take you to the Boise Running website [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival] for details including course maps, parking, awards, and other important information. Please be aware that the Boise Running team is currently considering NEW 2026 COURSES that include more singletrack, a start/finish closer to the main lodge, and the same challenging climbs you know & love! Maps currently available starting/finishing from the Frontier Point Lodge are from previous years and available to view as a reference, but may not apply to this year's event.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY, JULY 31ST AT 6:00 PM - THE HILL CLIMB
This INTENSE event is great for hikers, peak baggers, nordic skiers and those who just love a good challenge. We'll be taking the shortest route to the top of Shafer Butte (the highest point in Boise), but shortest doesn't mean easiest! The climb is a combination of terrain, but be prepared for lots of it to be STEEP!
Interested in an extra dose of fun? Camp out with the race team after this event and join us for the 5 mile or 10 mile on Saturday too!
LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST AT 7:00 AM - 10 MILE RACE
This event is the ultimate challenge, but all the vertical climbing is totally worth it! Climb over 2,000 feet and reach the highest point in all of Boise! This event has a generous cut off time that allows you to hike the entire event and still make it with room to spare! LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1ST AT 8:00 AM - 5 MILE RACE
This event is perfect for new hikers and trail runners. We believe in the outdoors being accessible to all people, even those that are new to the sport or only can train on flat terrain. With a generous cutoff time (same as the 10 mile!), wide trails without many rocks and rolling terrain, this event is perfect for those of you that are trail curious. LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
ABOUT THE EVENTS
Visit our WEBSITE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival] for more details and an extensive FAQ!
Proceeds from the Boise Front Trail Festival are donated to Ridge to Rivers [https://www.ridgetorivers.org/] - since 2022, we've been able to donate OVER $20,000 to our trail system. This has directly helped with new trail projects in the Boise Foothills, including the new Hawkins Reserve Trail. [https://www.cityofboise.org/news/parks-and-recreation/2023/may/city-of-boise-expands-foothills-trail-offerings-with-opening-of-hawkins-range-reserve/]
All 5 mile and 10 mile finishers receive a t-shirt and a custom-designed medal.
Races
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Boise Front Trail Festival: 5 Mile Course
Incl. $4.64 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$49.64
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Boise Front Trail Festival: 10 Mile Course
Incl. $5.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$65.65
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Boise Front Trail Festival: Hill Climb
Incl. $2.28 Fee
Fri 31st July 2026 (6:00PM MDT)
$12.28
UPHILL! Approximately a 2 Mile Course with 1400 feet of vertical climb.
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Frontier Point Lodge (Bogus Basin Ski Resort), Boise, 83702, ID, United States
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