Bikepacking Overnighter

in #adventure7 years ago

Crouch, Idaho to Boiling Springs Campground

After a start in a small mountain town north of Boise, Idaho, a soak in hot springs awaited at Boiling Springs Campground.

Bicycle Adventurer: P Dub and Nicky G.
When: Whenever the hype is high ... or when you're sure the snow has melted.
Accommodations: Camping at Boiling Springs Cabin, Idaho on the Boise National Forest
Distance: This is a 22.5-mile ride, one way.
Bonus tip for this adventure:
You can do this trip in 24 hours from downtown Boise, Idaho.
The campsite is at the bottom of a slight hill near the Boiling Springs trailhead.
Pack it in. Pack it out.
You’ll find drinking water at the campsite.

Day One
Climbed 1500 feet and enjoyed views of high river flows.

Day Two
Descended 1500 feet in the warming, morning sunlight.

For more bike overnight routes check out http://www.bikeovernights.org/

Thanks for reading!

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This looks so fun! I am an avid mountain biker myself and I love that you combined biking with camping. You rock!

Thanks friend! I'll be looking forward to seeing your MTB photos! I've got some new posts on Earth and Rock Climbing if you're into either of those, too haha.

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