Ridge to Rivers

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH TRAIL CONDITION REPORT:

WHAT MUDDY TRAILS IN SEPTEMBER? POSSIBLY.....
The Foothills received between a tenth and a quarter inch of rain last night depending on location. With that much water and cool conditions this morning, it is likely that you may encounter muddy conditions on some of the more suspect trails like Table Rock, Cottonwood, Polecat Loop, Seamans, many of our upper elevation trails, and those around Hidden Springs (think darker colored soils).

Please plan for sandier trail outings (think lighter colored soils) today and allow for conditions to dry. Turn around and seek a better trail alternative if you do encounter muddy conditions, and if you run into shorter muddy sections of trail, travel through them not around them, so that you don't widen the trail tread.

We are on the cusp of a beautiful fall trail season - a little patience today will ensure great conditions throughout the next couple of months

Notice: Geothermal Water Discharge Near East Old Penitentiary Road

The Boise Warm Springs Water District is discharging geothermal water near its well house on East Old Penitentiary Road. This project may last until mid-October. The water is not hot enough to cause burns, but visitors to Eagle Rock Park and Chief Eagle Eye Reserve may see standing water on some trails, including Hot Springs Trail and Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Trail. Please follow all posted signs and avoid closed areas for your safety.

Road Closure Alert

The Forest Service has closed a portion of Boise Ridge Road from the top of 8th Street to Bogus Basin Road for timber removal related to the Boise Peak Timber Sale.

The closure is in effect Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. This closure will affect trail users who hike or ride the popular Hard Guy/Dry Creek Loop. The two trails connect via the Boise Ridge Road. Signage will be posted along the trail with information about the closure, which the Special Order states will be in place through October 31 for public safety during the project.

We will continue to share updates as we get them from the Forest Service.