Boise Front Trail Festival
- Date Fri 31st July 2026
- Time 6:00PM MDT
- Location Horseshoe Bend, Idaho
- Price $33.63 - $92.34
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 10 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor experience at the Boise Front Trail Festival, taking place on Friday, July 31, 2026, in the stunning Boise Foothills! This action-packed event kicks off with an intense Hill Climb at 6:00 PM, challenging climbers, hikers, and nordic skiers to conquer the steep ascent to Shafer Butte, the highest point in Boise.
The excitement continues on Saturday, August 1st, with two thrilling race options: the 10-mile race at 8:00 AM, where participants will tackle over 2,000 feet of vertical elevation, and the more accessible 5-mile race at 9:00 AM, perfect for new hikers and trail runners. Both races welcome outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels, with generous cut-off times ensuring that everyone can enjoy the beauty of nature while achieving personal goals. Plus, all finishers will receive a custom-designed medal and a t-shirt! Join us for a weekend filled with trails, camaraderie, and breathtaking views, while supporting local trail projects through proceeds from the event. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and challenge yourself in one of Idaho's most scenic landscapes!
The excitement continues on Saturday, August 1st, with two thrilling race options: the 10-mile race at 8:00 AM, where participants will tackle over 2,000 feet of vertical elevation, and the more accessible 5-mile race at 9:00 AM, perfect for new hikers and trail runners. Both races welcome outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels, with generous cut-off times ensuring that everyone can enjoy the beauty of nature while achieving personal goals. Plus, all finishers will receive a custom-designed medal and a t-shirt! Join us for a weekend filled with trails, camaraderie, and breathtaking views, while supporting local trail projects through proceeds from the event. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and challenge yourself in one of Idaho's most scenic landscapes!
Organiser's Description
BOISE FRONT TRAIL FESTIVAL
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY | JULY 31ST | 6:00PM | 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! | LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
SATURDAY | AUGUST 1ST | 8:00AM | 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 | 9:00AM | 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 who are new to the sport or can only 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 who are trail curious. LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
ABOUT THE EVENTS
Join us on Friday, July 31st, Saturday, August 1st (choose one day, or both) for a wonderful weekend of trails, nature and good vibes!
The Boise Running team is excited to announce NEW courses in 2026 starting from the main lodge (JR Simplot Lodge: 1731 N Bogus Basin Rd, Horseshoe Bend, ID 83629). These courses include more singletrack, a start/finish closer to the main lodge, and the same challenging climbs you know & love!
All 5 mile and 10 mile finishers receive a t-shirt and a custom-designed medal.
All Hill Climb participants receive a medal.
_Proceeds from the Boise Front Trail Festival are donated to Ridge to Rivers. S [https://www.ridgetorivers.org/]ince 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 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/]_
Please visit Boiserunning.com [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival] for a more comprehensive event overview, maps, and important FAQs.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY | JULY 31ST | 6:00PM | 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! | LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
SATURDAY | AUGUST 1ST | 8:00AM | 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 | 9:00AM | 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 who are new to the sport or can only 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 who are trail curious. LEARN MORE [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival]
ABOUT THE EVENTS
Join us on Friday, July 31st, Saturday, August 1st (choose one day, or both) for a wonderful weekend of trails, nature and good vibes!
The Boise Running team is excited to announce NEW courses in 2026 starting from the main lodge (JR Simplot Lodge: 1731 N Bogus Basin Rd, Horseshoe Bend, ID 83629). These courses include more singletrack, a start/finish closer to the main lodge, and the same challenging climbs you know & love!
All 5 mile and 10 mile finishers receive a t-shirt and a custom-designed medal.
All Hill Climb participants receive a medal.
_Proceeds from the Boise Front Trail Festival are donated to Ridge to Rivers. S [https://www.ridgetorivers.org/]ince 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 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/]_
Please visit Boiserunning.com [https://www.boiserunning.com/boise-front-trail-festival] for a more comprehensive event overview, maps, and important FAQs.
Races
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Boise Front Trail Festival: 5 Mile Course
Incl. $5.99 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$70.99
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Boise Front Trail Festival: 10 Mile Course
Incl. $7.34 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$92.34
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Boise Front Trail Festival: Hill Climb
Incl. $3.63 Fee
Fri 31st July 2026 (6:00PM MDT)
$33.63
UPHILL! Approximately a 2 Mile Course with 1400 feet of vertical climb.
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1731 N Bogus Basin Rd, JR SIMPLOT LODGE, Horseshoe Bend, 83629, ID, United States
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