Kemper's Ridge Trail

Mapped as Kemper’s Ridge #52

Hiking trail · Boise Foothills · Trailhead near Boise, ID

2.1 mi3.3 kmRound trip

≈607 ft≈185 mElevation gain

3,219 ft981 mHigh point

1 hr 25 minEstimated time

Moderate1 mi / 1.7 km one way. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

Pass: No pass needed (based on the land the trailhead is on)

Official listing: Land Trust of the Treasure Valley and Boise Parks and Recreation, Kemper's Ridge (#52)

Trailhead

Off North Hillway Drive, near Boise, ID

Coordinates: 43.64692, -116.20908

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Overview

Kemper's Ridge Trail is a round-trip hike of 2.1 mi / 3.3 km near Boise, ID. Expect about 607 ft / 185 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 3,219 ft / 981 m. Difficulty: Moderate. At an average pace, plan on about 1 hr 25 min. Low-elevation trail, hikeable year-round. Can be muddy after rain.

Elevation profile

Along the route: low 2,799 ft / 853 m · high 3,205 ft / 977 m

Nearby

Northwest Boise BikewayBike route · 1.1 mi / 1.8 km
Wylie Ln Greenbelt ConnectionBike route · 1.1 mi / 1.8 km
Lakeharbor LaneBike route · 1.4 mi / 2.2 km
North Pierce Park LaneBike route · 1.9 mi / 3.1 km
Castle DriveBike route · 2 mi / 3.2 km
Mountain View Dr BikewayBike route · 2.5 mi / 4 km
Poplar St BikewayBike route · 2.6 mi / 4.2 km
Main St and Fairview Ave BikewayBike route · 2.7 mi / 4.4 km

Sources

Route and map: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Elevation: AWS Terrain Tiles.
Official trail listing: Land Trust of the Treasure Valley and Boise Parks and Recreation.
Pass: based on the protected area that contains the trailhead.