Snowshoe Hare Loop

Mapped as #LT4 Snowshoe Hare Loop

Hiking trail · Boise Foothills · Trailhead near Boise, ID

2.4 mi3.9 kmLoop

≈469 ft≈143 mElevation gain

5,830 ft1,777 mHigh point

1 hr 29 minEstimated time

EasyA loop that ends where it starts. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

2.4 mi (3.9 km) loop, measured from map

Pass: unknown, check before you go

Official listing: Land Trust of the Treasure Valley, Snowshoe Hare Loop (#LT4)

Trailhead

Off North Bogus Basin Road, near Boise, ID

Coordinates: 43.73301, -116.12496

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Overview

Snowshoe Hare Loop is a loop hike of 2.4 mi / 3.9 km near Boise, ID. Expect about 469 ft / 143 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 5,830 ft / 1,777 m. Difficulty: Easy. At an average pace, plan on about 1 hr 29 min. High-elevation trail, usually snow-free from mid-July into October. Before then, expect snow and possible avalanche danger.

Elevation profile

Along the route: low 5,495 ft / 1,675 m · high 5,804 ft / 1,769 m

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Sources

Route and map: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Elevation: AWS Terrain Tiles.
Official trail listing: Land Trust of the Treasure Valley.