Boise Front Trail Festival
Boise Front Trail Festival is a trail running and running race on July 31 – August 1, 2026 in Horseshoe Bend, ID, with entry fees from $30 to $85.
- Date
- July 31 – August 1, 2026 (8 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$85
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
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
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
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
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. 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 Hawkins Reserve Trail.
Please visit Boiserunning.com for a more comprehensive event overview, maps, and important FAQs.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
90°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
9%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boise 7 N, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Horseshoe Bend, ID
Population
235,701
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
BOI
Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field · 25 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
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8
Days to train
- Race
- Boise Front Trail Festival
- Date
- July 31 – August 1, 2026
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Boise Front Trail Festival
Jul 31, 2026