For individuals who enjoy some off-road vehicle action on their spring, summer, or fall vacation, then Idaho is the place you want to be. With more than 25 All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) trails throughout the state, you can easily spend a week or more out on the trails and enjoying the Idaho countryside. And because trails are located in all areas of the state, you can choose from a diverse range of trail types and scenery.
In this post, we will give you an overview of some of the trails throughout Idaho. However, we just can’t cover them all in one post (well, at least not without having you lose interest in the process). So to give you a simple summary of the ATV trails Idaho has to offer, we will pick five trails located throughout Idaho so you can perhaps pick a starting ATV trail destination.
Located near Fern Lake in the Panhandle National Forest in northern Idaho, the Windy Ridge Trail is 14 miles long one way, so you will actually want to plan on a 28-mile journey. The Windy Ridge Trail features Spades Mountain, Burnt Cabin Summit, and Huckleberry Mountain. Trail riders will want to note that due to some sharp turns and switchbacks, ATVs over 48 inches wide are not advised to ride this particular trail.
The Kirkham Ridge Trail in Boise National Forest near the Lowman Ranger District off Highway 21. This trail is conveniently located within easy driving distance of Cascade, ID (home of Lake Cascade). You could easily get a Cascade, Idaho ATV rental and drive under two hours to reach Kirkham Ridge, Idaho’s premier ATV trail. This trail includes a ride through the Lowman Fire area, over Miller’s Creek, along Kirkham Ridge, and more. The Kirkham Ridge trail totals 35 miles, so be sure to plan to bring plenty of water and snacks along with you and your ATV rental from Cascade, ID.
Sacagawea Motor Sports Park in Salmon, Idaho is about 40 acres of natural land area perfect for ATV use. The track at Sacagawea Motor Sports Park is designed for all skill levels and is conveniently open seven days a week. Because this ATV location is a motor park, you will want to call ahead or check online to make sure the track is open to public use. Some days are race days, and the track will be open for spectators only. (However, you may be inclined to check out a race or two!)
The 11-mile Rock Creek ATV Loop is in southcentral Idaho, located in the Minidoka District of the Sawtooth National Forest. The Rock Creek trail heads through the South Hills, which is a beautiful area of Aspen trees and slopes for ATV rides to check out. You will also want to be watching for local wildlife. The trail begins and ends at Diamondfield Jack Campground, where you may decide to stay a night or two.
Last but not least, the Leaning Fir–Stinking Springs Loop in southeastern Idaho is a unique 15-mile loop trail. You will go up Kelly Mountain, overlooking Kelley Canyon below. Then, you can backtrack back to the Stinking Springs Trail that takes you through Stinking Springs Canyon (an intriguing name, is it not?). Many ATV riders choose to set up camp at the Leaning Fir trailhead.
Do you have the itch to grab your ATV and head to Idaho this summer or fall? If so, don’t miss out on all the great ATV trails that this great state has to offer. You and other members of your family can have a great time exploring Idaho from your ATV or ATV rental.
