Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Bonners Ferry, Idaho

This is a comfortably accessible dirt road suitable for 2WD vehicles. Near the trail's outset, you'll find a brief hike leading to Snow Falls, where you can witness two impressive waterfalls. As you continue along…
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Black Mountain is USFS road #274 and includes the road Twenty-mile Leonia which is USFS road #408;it is a moderately used gravel road in the Kaniksu National Forest near Naples, Idaho. The route has a…
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The trail begins with an easy hike to Myrtle Falls, a stunning waterfall just under a mile roundtrip. Enjoy a leisurely drive on an easy dirt road, accessible to 2WD vehicles with ample space for…
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Twenty Mile Leonia, or FS 408, is an easy gravel route that climbs from Boulder Creek up to Black Mountain FS 274. The route is typically only one vehicle wide with overhanging pine trees. There…
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Ball Creek is USFS road #432 outside of Bonner's Ferry, Idaho. It climbs west into the Kaniksu National Forest from 1,816 feet to a purported 4,801 feet of elevation over 11.2 miles. The road has…
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Trout Creek or FR 634 is a moderately used route into the Selkirk Mountains of Boundary County, Idaho. Portions of the route enter the presence of a 2022 fire and may block the roadway. The…
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The trail begins at the Copper Falls trailhead, a mere 1.5-mile loop that's easy to tackle. The 4x4 trail is a well-maintained road offering breathtaking views. It features a couple of small bridges spanning charming…
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Deer Ridge is USFS roads #2541 and #2540 in the Kaniksu National Forest which leads to Deer Ridge Lookout. The road is a moderately used, well-maintained, single-lane, gravel road with multiple offshoot roads and trails.…
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Solomon Lake Road is USFS #2404 and #627 in the Kaniksu National Forest which leads to Solomon Lake as well as other hiking and snowmobile routes in the area which are seasonally gated. The road…
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Solomon Mountain is USFS #2549 and #2549A in the Kaniksu National Forest which partially circles near the top of Solomon Mountain. This route can only be accessed by turning off USFS #2404, the Solomon Lake…
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Discover the perfect camping spot by an epic alpine lake on this trail adventure. The journey is accessible for most with a 2WD vehicle until the final 250 yards, where a 4x4 with high clearance…
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This is the main thoroughfare through the Pack River area of the Kaniksu National Forest. The road is chip-sealed, well maintained, and can be traversed with the family sedan. The attraction is the scenery. The…
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This popular out and back trail leads to the retired fire lookout tower at lunch peak. On a clear day, the views are outstanding. There are a few tighter switchbacks, but generally, it's an easy…
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This popular trail is a mostly graded washboard and potholes and is generally wide enough for oncoming to pass. There are ample pullouts in the narrower sections. The trail twists and turns through dense forest…
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This is a well-traveled and nice graded road. It's mostly wide enough for two rigs to pass without stopping until you get closer to the end, where there are ample pullouts. It's primarily a well-maintained…
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This short out and back trail is rocky with a few larger washouts. A stock SUV should be able to navigate it slowly. Near the beginning is a well-constructed warming hut with an outdoor fire…
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Smith Mountain trail terminates at the remains of a USFS fire lookout west of Troy, Montana. The route is extremely picturesque, offering broad panoramic views of the Cabinet and Purcell Mountains. Cell phone service is…
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Smith Creek is a sparsely used gravel USFS road #2446 route into the Kaniksu National Forrest near the Canadian border in Northern Idaho. The road has a mild grade and is quite wide and well…
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Starting on Mount Thompson FSR, you will begin to climb elevation immediately. The road is primarily dirt with a few loose gravel sections. Watch out for fallen rocks and expect lots of steep switchbacks. The…
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The Auxor Mine Route is USFS #489 and is a moderately trafficked leisurely mountain drive route that takes you from Lightning Creek, USFS #419 west in the Cabinet Mountains to the crest above East Hope,…
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Strong Creek OHV route is a moderately used, forested, shale and dirt surface OHV route from East Hope, Idaho to near the top of Round Top Mountain in the Kaniksu National Forest. The route was…
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Bugle Pass or FR 655 and Hidden Lake FR 2545 of the Selkirk Mountains are the primary routes to trailheads for Hidden Lake, Shorty Peak, Red Top Mountain, and Joe Lake. This route is infrequently…
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Canuck Creek Recreation Site is a quiet and amazing camping spot in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. It has the creek running right next to the campsite. To get to the rec site take the…
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If you were out exploring the Yahk Range and needed a place to camp for the night and Canuck Creek Rec Site was full. A few kilometers east of Canuck Creek is America Creek Recreation…
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Goat River FSR begins in Kitchener, approximately 20km east of Creston. This trail is a quick trip up a well-maintained FSR that leads to many exciting areas. Nice views of the Goat River along the…
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Starting on the Kidd Creek FSR (Forest Service Road) approximately 20km East of Creston, BC. The route starts on a well-maintained FSR for the first few kilometers and gradually turns into a rougher dirt road.…
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This trail is a great day ride offering many great elevated views of multiple valleys. That being said, it is a fun alternative to the traditional 129 km paved ride from Kikomun to Yahk. Both…
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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on Contest Mountain where the rugged beauty of Kaniksu National Forest meets breathtaking views of Lake Pend Oreille. This scenic route winds through dense forest and crosses into private…
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Discover the allure of sheep-grade trail, a gravel road ascending a gentle hillside to unveil breathtaking views of Priest Lake. At the summit stands a rustic lookout tower, offering panoramic vistas of the pristine lake,…
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If you find yourself camping in the scenic vicinity of Lionhead Campground and have a hankering for a breathtaking view of the stunning Priest Lake, allow me to guide you along this pleasantly uncomplicated dirt…
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