
From the Organizer
The Bogus Trail Series is back and better than ever this summer! Held on the beautiful trails of Bogus Basin, this three week series is a challenging and exhilarating way to hit some trails with other members of the community. The series will kick off on Friday, June 26th with subsequent races on Friday, July 10th & Friday, July 24th. Come to one or all three and receive a customized hat sponsored by Fleet Feet Treasure Valley!
Races will meander through the breathtaking single track of Bogus with a spectrum of vertical-based efforts, ranging in distances from 4-6 miles (course maps are on our website HERE). Join us for these stunning views and a post-race celebration you will not forget! Each race will begin on Friday evenings near the entrance to Simplot Lodge. Post-race, enjoy a beautiful sunset as you venture back to Boise. The Bogus Trail Series is brought to you by Boise Running & the Boise Front Trail Festival team, known for the largest trail race in the state of Idaho!
Check out our full race website with course maps, packet pickup information and more! If you have a specific question or can't find the information you're looking for, please email info@boiserunning.com and we'll help you!
This year, we are excited to announce a “Grand Prix” style-scoring The runner with the most points from the Bogus Trail Series will win the Grand Prix! There will be top male and female winners. The Bogus Summer Trail Grand Prix Series will be unofficially timed and officially scored based on finishing place. The Boise Front Uphill 2 Mile on Friday, July 31st or any other events at the Boise Front Trail Festival will not be included in the Grand Prix scoring.
Sign up for ALL THREE RACES & SAVE $25
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Bundle pricing will be reflected on the Payment Step during registration process!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
86°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
13%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boise Air Terminal, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
235,701
as of 2023
Elevation
2,866 ft
Nearest Airport
BOI
Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field · 1 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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18
Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Bogus Trail Series
Jun 26, 2026