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12 Best Idaho Dirt Bike Trails Worth Exploring (2023)

Idaho has some great trails for dirt bikes to explore, some of which aren’t too far from Boise, Meridian or Nampa.

These are typically the places where you’ll want to camp overnight with some buddies. Bring the tent, beers and some tunes…and make a great weekend away.

Best Dirt Bike Trails Idaho

Here at Frontaer, we’ve spent hours doing all the research so you don’t have to. After all, you want a guide that helps you spend more time outdoors and less time behind the screen.

We wanted to create a guide for those who love to explore the wilderness. While MX clubs and closed-circuit racing is a lot of fun, we wanted to create something that was less motocross and more enduro/adventure. The sound of a 4-stroke and revving up in the higher gears are waiting for you out there.

Fortunately, the State of Idaho does support offroad enthusiasts by opening up trails and state forests. Keep in mind that on government land (i.e. state forests) you’ll need to have a current Idaho OHV sticker clearly displayed for the Ranger to check, otherwise fines are likely.

The most popular Idaho dirt bike trails are:

1. South Hills, Idaho

Located in Southern Idaho, South Hills has more than 50 miles of trails and is rated quite highly by locals and those out of state. You’ll find some really rugged terrain and gnarly trails worth exploring, then you’ll come across forest trails and secluded swimming spots too. Essentially, it’s everything you could hope for and our best pick for a quality riding area in Idaho.

This is one of those places that you’d be best camping overnight with your dirt bikes at the campground. There are numerous options where some and paid and others are free. Get there early especially late on Friday as it gets busier on weekends and around national holidays.

2. Baumgartner Trails

The baumgartner Trails are apart of the Sawtooth National Forest which itself offers hundreds of miles of epic riding spots. Expect to take 2 to 3 days to really see everything that’s on offer here. For first-timers, aim to head for the Keelly Flat Staging Area or if you’re camping overnight, the Gaumgartner Campground is well regarded by Idaho dirt bike riders as the place to be.

Bring some buddies along to experience everything here and for safety reasons too. There are some steep spots where you may need some assistance to get up, but you’ll be rewarded along he way with thermal pools to cool off from a hot day of riding along the tracks.

3. Saint Anthony Sand Dunes

Over in East Idaho is the Saint Anthony Sand Dunes. This place is simply epic with more than 10,000 acres to explore. There are some dunes which go past 300 feet in height where riders battle it out to see who can hang on and climb to the top, with the footage generally finding its way on to YouTube pretty soon.

It’s best to have some spotters on the top of the dunes if you’re jumping or trying any tricks. Then again, the space is HUGE and riders really do spread themselves out. Note: Sand riding isn’t for beginners and it takes a lot of throttle and confidence to keep the bike upright and gliding across the sand safely. There are some campgrounds nearby at the perimeter with RV sites too.

4. Musselshell OHV Area

Clearwater National Forest has its own OHV trail which takes you deep into stunning forest scenery. Expect to see some wildlife in here and it’s best to pack the bear spray just in case. Unfortunately, this trail is only open to dirt bikes (and all other forest users) for a short period each year due to cold weather, hunting season and bear sightings. Generally speaking, it’s July through to September but it’s worth checking witht the local Ranger station.

5. Canfield Mountain Trail System

Canfield isn’t the longest so it’s best for those looking to do a day-trip instead of camping overnight. The track is well marked and graded for difficulty. When you’re done then head over to Lake Pend Oreille to have a swim and soothe those sore bones. Better yet – pack the fishing gear and grab some fresh dinner while you recount the thrills and spills of the days’ adventures.

6. Greenhorn (Sawtooth National Forest)

Yet another great spot within Sawtooth is Greenhorn. This is the dream for the single track enthusiast looking for some easy riding opportunities. Most loved by beginners given how easy this place flows, it gets quite busy on weekends so it’s best to get out there early.

It’s free to camp overnight and we recommend staying at least one night to really see everything. To check if Greenhorn is open, get in touch with Ketchum Ranger District. The tracks are usually available during Summer and Fall though they can vary.

7. Casino Creek

Looking for pure single track? Then you’ll find it at Casino Creek. Again, this is within Sawtooth National Forest and the tracks here are quite hard packed which is great for those who just hate the mud. Some spots are better suited for the experiencced riders among us yet for the most part, beginners can tackle Casino Creek just fine.

Most dirt bike riders choose Casino Creek Campground to stay overnight which is right on the edge of the Salmon River. There are almost 20 sites but no toilets or showers unfortunately. Get in touch with the Stanley Ranger District for more information before heading there as the opening days do vary season to season.

8. Danskin Mountains OHV Area

Danskin is huge and if you haven’t been here before, then you’re in for a shock! There are just so many trails that you can be wandering for days on end. Most of these tracks are pretty easy to get through and much of thoem are for motorcycles only and ATV’s aren’t permitted.

If you’ve over the forested areas which limit your top speed choices, then get over to Danskin. With no trees around and long sweeping sections, you’ll be able to cruise and enjoy the ride instead of looking out for the next widow maker. You might actually see triple digits on the speedometer! There are several designated campgrounds here and trust us, you’ll want to stay overnight otherwise you’ll miss out on a lot.

9. Indian Creek

This is pretty remote and rugged country that’s certainly worth exploring. There are miles of single track for dirt bikes and some areas for ATV’s to head out on. Pack a working GPS because it’s pretty easy to get lost out here and you should aim to camp overnight to really see everything that Indian Creek has to offer.

10. Independence Creek Trail System

Over in Hayden, ID is the Independence Creek Trail System which is inside of Coeur d’Alene National Forest. It’s 1st or 2nd gear for much of the way and you’ll sometimes see 3rd. These trails are generally opened April through to September. If you’re up for it, then you can wash off the sweat and mud in oen of the numerous streams but the water will be certainly a bit cold.

11. Magruder Road Corridor

There are more than 100 miles of excellent mountain tracks ready to explore throughout this history trail. This traverses the Nez Perce and CLearwater National Forests and with an Idaho ORV sticker displayed, you can certainly bring your dirt bike here. Adventure riding by the dual-sport motorcycle crowd is popular as the tracks are quite tame.

This is yet another place that you’d want to camp overnight because you just won’t see everything otherwise. Pack the tent, extra gas cans and some fire starts. One of the biggest downsides is the short season as it snows here for much of the year.

12. Pioneer Mountains

Out towards Bellevue is where you’ll find the Pioneer Mountains and Sawtooth National Forest. There is one trail that is quite challenging and not for the faint-hearted. You can camp overnight at Cooper Creek Campground with 8 campsites available to use which are free. In fact, it’s free to ride here too provided you have an Idaho ORV pass.

Getting Started

There you have it Idaho! Some of these spots aren’t too far from Boise so you can be out there riding in next to no time. Need some fellow riders to experience these tracks? Get inside of the dirt bike riders group of Idaho who welcome beginners all the time with organized group rides into some of these epic destinations.

Remember that bears and other wildlife do use these tracks. As such, you’ll want to be mindful and don’t stick to one area for too long. Wear all your protection gear too as you’re often pretty far from the closest hospital.

Above all else, get out there and explore these dirt bike trails! Life is too short otherwise.

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Adventure cycling & mixed terrain riding in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and beyond.

The Great Rift Dirt Tour is an Idaho bikepacking route connecting rugged doubletrack trails and remote backcountry roads throughout the Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve.

Prepare to be immersed in the expansive, Idaho High Desert of the Snake River Plain as you skirt expansive lava flows, meander along the foothills of the Pioneer Mountains, and travel through the vast Sagebrush Steppe on the Columbia Plateau.

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Welcome to Idaho Dirt Bike Tours where we offer some of the most scenic and adventurous rides in the country. Each of our tours are based out of Idaho Falls, Idaho, a town of about 60,000 people nestled in the heart of East Idaho. We pride ourselves with some of the best riding in the country due to the rugged terrain and Rocky Mountains located just minutes away from our doorsteps.

All trails we take our tours on are adjustable. We can select different routes that range from Beginner to Advanced and will ultimately give you the ride of your life. This will be a trip you can tell your friends about for years to come. The views, and challenge each trail will give will give you an opportunity to push yourself and test your technical riding ability. These aren’t the dunes, or the tracks, these are high mountain single track. They are meant to push to the extremes at points and give you an opportunity to add variety to your riding ability and resume

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If you’ve ever wanted to ride endless twisty mountain roads, the Idaho BDR will throw corners at you for days on end. You also won’t get many digital interruptions because your cell phone won’t have reception on much of this route. It’s a true off- the-grid ride that is long enough, at 1,250 miles, that you might just use up an entire rear knobby tire.

Starting in the historic town of Jarbidge, NV the route crosses range lands and then heads into the Boise National Forest and treats riders with views of Andersen reservoir and epic alpine camping at Trinity lakes. Tiny towns and treasures like Burgdorf Hot Springs make this a bucket list ride for sure. You’ll travel where Lewis and Clark made history and experience the legendary Magruder Corridor and Lolo Motorway which skirt the roadless Selway-Bitteroot Wilderness. You will reach modest hints of civilization as you pass through Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry on your way to the Canadian Border.

Best time of year:  July though October are ideal. Late June can be nice if the snow has melted from the high passes. Watch out for early snow and hunters if you are going in the fall.

The IDBDR project is presented by the  Idaho Department of Commerce – Tourism Development , and  Big Twin Motorcycles , Idaho’s premiere motorcycle dealership, and the official dealer of the IDBDR.

IDBDR – SECTION DESCRIPTIONS

Section 1: Jarbidge NV to Glenns Ferry - 111 Miles

Section 1: Jarbidge NV to Glenns Ferry – 111 Miles

The IDBDR begins just south of the Idaho border in the historical mining town of Jarbidge, NV.  Plan on staying the night in Jarbidge and hanging out with the locals. The ride north out of the canyon follows a crystal clear creek on straight gravel roads past the Saylon Creek Air Force Range before before winding its way up to the dry desert of southern Idaho to Glenns Ferry. 

Section 2: Glenns Ferry to Lowman - 156 Miles

Section 2: Glenns Ferry to Lowman – 156 Miles

After blazing through the prairie, Pine is located just north of the lake and features gas, a convenience store, and lodging opportunities and is the only place to fill up until Lowman.

Just north of Pine the route begins a dramatic climb into the Boise National Forest and a much different Idaho begins to take shape past Anderson Ranch Reservoir. 

From here, the ride is scenic but slightly grueling with relentlessly twisty gravel roads experienced in section one making way to jagged mountains and alpine lakes. Trinity Lake is a must stop for a rest, grab one of the managed campsites along the water’s which require plenty of focus. 

WARNING – The ride to the Trinity Lookout Tower is for experts only. What you see from the gate is a great example of spectacular 360 degree views. The road features loose rocks and a handful of tight switchbacks. Park your bike below the tower and hike a few hundred feet up for great views.

Section 3: Lowman to Yellow Pine - 93 Miles

Section 3: Lowman to Yellow Pine – 93 Miles

Leaving Lowman, the scenery only gets better through endless forested roads abundant with creekside camping opportunities including Deadwood Reservoir and Warm Lake.

Any other time of year you’ll be among a handful of friendly outdoorsmen who use Yellow Pine as the jumping off point for exploring this remote area of Idaho. The small village of Yellow Pine is a true highlight of the trip. If you happen to be here the first week of August make a point to experience the Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival. You’ll find just about everything you need to stock up on food and provisions at the small general store in the heart of town.

Section 4: Yellow Pine to Elk City - 205 Miles

Section 4: Yellow Pine to Elk City – 205 Miles

You are now in the heart of Idaho’s backcountry along the edge of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. The roads are much like what you experienced further south but there are a few incredibly interesting places that make this section of the BDR extremely unique. 

The small mining town of Warren has been around since the mid 1800’s and has plenty of historic relics to remind you of how life was over 150 years ago. Keep an eye out for the old abandoned school bus before you wind down the incredible switchbacks of French Creek Grade to the Salmon River. 

After crossing the historic Manning Bridge, detour into Riggins for fuel or lodging if needed, before riding a mix of pavement and meandering dirt roads to the small town of Elk CIty, the western portal to the Magruder Corridor. 

Section 5: Elk City to Lolo MT - 175 Miles

Section 5: Elk City to Lolo MT – 175 Miles

This is the Idaho you’ve always dreamed about: moose, wolves, elk and dramatic vistas. The Magruder Corridor itself runs from the Red River Ranger Station east of Elk CIty to Darby, MT and splits the Selway-Bitterroot and Frank Church wilderness. Little has changed on the road since it was built in the 1930s. The road surface itself is not particularly challenging in dry conditions; however, there are no services for over 120 miles and very few people around for help. Expect to take six to eight hours without stopping, but we recommend taking your time to explore the historical spots along the way. The corridor is typically open from July through September. After reaching civilization in Darby, there is roughly 50 miles of pavement to Lolo and plenty of fuel and lodging options along the way.

Section 6: Lolo MT to Pierce - 150 Miles

Section 6: Lolo MT to Pierce – 150 Miles

Say goodbye to Montana before you turn onto the famous Lolo Pass and head back into Idaho. The segment from Lolo to Lochsa Lodge is as good as you’ll find anywhere. Lochsa Lodge has a great restaurant and cabins for rent to regroup before tackling the infamous Lolo Motorway. 

The Lolo Motorway follows the path used by the Nez Perce Indians to reach buffalo hunting grounds on the Great Plains. It was also used by Lewis and Clark during their quest to find an inland waterway to the west in 1805. The forest road you’ll be riding is not particularly challenging but is very remote with limited bailouts.  Take your time to stop and explore the dozens of historically significant spots along the way.

Section 7: Pierce to Wallace - 127 Miles

Section 7: Pierce to Wallace – 127 Miles

You’ve entered the Idaho panhandle and are in for a real treat. The towns in section 7 are some of the quaintest in the state, so take the time to wander around. A true highlight of the entire IDBDR route is the Blue Heaven Cabin. This small cabin is privately owned, so take a photo to remember this special place and be on your way.

Just north of Avery there are two route options: one goes through the old railroad tunnels on a wide dirt road, the other is an easy ATV trail that parallels the tunnels on the other side of the creek. Both are worthy of your time and you can do both by looping back, it’s only a couple of miles. 

Section 8: Wallace to Clark Fork - 106 Miles

Section 8: Wallace to Clark Fork – 106 Miles

Section 8 begins in the Silver Capital of the world: Wallace, Idaho. Every building in downtown Wallace is on the National Register of Historic Places which is why I-90 had to be built above the town instead of going through it. 

The ride north from here winds along mellow forest roads, with stunning canopy of pine trees and ample opportunities for camping. Take a spin up to the Grizzly Mountain summit for a great viewpoint before continuing north to the charming town of Clark Fork. HEADS UP! This is Grizzly Bear country so camp accordingly.

Section 9: Clark Fork to Canada - 102 Miles

Section 9: Clark Fork to Canada – 102 Miles

There are only a handful of dirt road options in this narrow strip of land between Washington and Idaho so expect a bit of pavement which may be welcome at this point in your journey. 

Just out of Clark Fork you’ll head up Lightning Creek Road towards the Kaniksu National Forest. Stop at Char Falls for a short hike – just a few minutes and well worth the photo opportunity. Lunch Peak Fire Lookout is also on the way and well worth the side trip.   You’ll alternate between dirt and pavement on your north route past the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge as you meander to the Canadian border at the small town of Porthill, ID.

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Plan Your Adventure

Planning your adventure is half of the fun. We’ve gathered some useful information for this route in the below sections. Be sure to check out the lodging, food and fuel locations. You may find that there are more options than we have listed, but these are key places you may find useful. You may also find the packing lists , discovery points and FAQ’s helpful for developing your plan.

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IDBDR LODGING

Outdoor Inn, Jarbidge, NV (Section 1)

Main St, Jarbidge, NV 89826

Tel. (775) 488-2311

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Hayhurst Bed & Breakfast, Pine, ID (Section 1)

810 S Twin Pine Dr, Pine, ID 83647

Tel. (208) 653-2135

Two Cabins, and a seven room Bed & Breakfast with separate Cottage.

Owners: Gary and Denise Freeman

Sourdough Lodge, Lowman, ID (Section 2)

8406 ID-21, Lowman, ID 83637

Tel 208-259-3326

Hotel, store, food, fuel.

Yellow Pine Lodge, Yellow Pine, ID (Section 2)

360 Yellowpine Ave, Yellow Pine, ID 83677

Tel. 208-697-7343

Food/ Gas/ Store/ Rooms/ and lodge.  Proprietor: Steve Holloway.

Haven Hot Springs, Lowman, ID (Section 2)

Secesh Stage Stop, McCall, ID (Section 2)

24728 Warren Wagon Rd.

McCall, ID  83638

Tel. 208-636-4498 Facebook: Secesh Stage Stop Instagram: @secesh.stage.stop E-mail: [email protected]

Secesh Stage Stop is open Summer, Fall, & Winter. Offering a restaurant and bar, cabins for rent, gas, and ice.

Burgdorf Hot Springs, McCall, ID (Section 2)

404 French Creek (USFS #246), McCall, ID 83638

Tel. 208-636-3036

Cabins, hot springs, and small store. No gas available at this time. Lodging by prior reservation only. Book online ahead of time.

Forest Service Camping 1/4 mile away.

Red River Hot Springs, Elk City, ID (Section 3)

Lodge rooms, cabins, camping,  natural hot springs, food service.

3827 Red River Road, Elk City ID 83525.

Tel. 208-842-2587.

The Baum Shelter, Warren, ID (Section 3)

The Baum Shelter (formerly know as the Winter Inn) has a restaurant, full bar, lodging and gas in the beautiful Idaho back country.

Riders Rest, Elk City, ID (Section 3)

Privately fenced campground right next to the general store with a restaurant across the street. There are four campsites, each with water, power, sewer, a lean-to shelter, fire pit, and picnic table. Four and six-person tents are available for rent. There is also an office with two bathrooms with showers for campground use.

302 Main Street, Elk City, Idaho 83525

[email protected]

Tel:  (208) 790-8107

South Fork Junction, Elk City, ID (Section 3)

Elk City Hotel, Elk City, ID (Section 3)

289 Main Street, Elk City, Idaho 83525

Tel. 208-842-2452

Motel and gift shop.

Warm Lake North Shore Lodge, Cascade, ID (Section 3)

The Challis Roadhouse, Challis, ID (Section 3)

Address: 1220 E. Main Street, Challis, ID 83226

Phone: 208) 879-2251

Website: www.challisroadhouse.com

South Fork Junction Lodge, Elk City, ID (Section 4)

River’s Fork Lodge, North Fork, ID (Section 4)

Lolo Hot Springs, Lolo, MT (Section 5)

Lolo Hot Springs Lodge is a resort on the Montana side of the Lolo Highway.

Lochsa Lodge, Lolo, MT (Section 5)

The Timber Inn and Bar & Grill, Pierce, ID (Section 6)

2 S Main St, Pierce, ID 83546

Tel. (208) 464-2736

Food, lodging.

Rider Scott Thompson reviewed on July 18, 2016 :  “Not enough is said about the Timber Inn. This small town bar inn was amazing.  The owner was more than willing to help us with whatever we needed. We had a large group so we filled his small inn for the first time. He did not even have a no vacancy sign to post. He allowed tents in the back yard for $5. We were there on taco Tuesday. The large tacos were like your mother made at home. All the food and hospitality was outstanding. While talking to the owner he explained that his business is really struggling so he really appreciated the business. Can you pls repost this on the website to encourage other riders to take advantage of this great small business.

Patriots Place, Pierce, ID (Section 6)

Room to park RVs etc. 2 BR one with King and one with Queen bed. Hide a bed sofa with a memory foam mattress in the living area. Small but full kitchen and 1 bath. Enjoy the many activities and come back and put your feet up at the end of the day.

Phone: (509) 969-5321

Address: 509 S. Main St. P.O. Box 326, Pierce ID 83546

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The Outback, Pierce, ID (Section 6)

211 S. Main St., Pierce, Idaho 83546

Tel. 208-464-2171 or 800-538-1754

Email: [email protected]

Individual cabins with kitchens, log lodge with a private hot tub, suites that sleep 6 or more with kitchens.

Owners: Harv and Colleen Nelson

Avery Store & Motel, Avery, ID (Section 6)

The motel is rich in history, originally built in the early 1900’s as housing for the Milwaukee Railroad crews. With recent updates, you will experience the history while appreciating the modern conveniences. You’ll find our rooms comfortable, clean and modest. With fresh linens, cozy beds, and big screen TVs, whether getting in a nap between adventures or catching up on your favorite movie, you won’t be disappointed.

95 Milwaukee Rd, Avery, ID 83802

Tel. 208-245-4410

Wallace Hotels & Shops, Wallace, ID (Section 7)

Downtown Wallace, ID is worth visiting for lodging, dining, shopping, etc.

Stardust Motel, Wallace, ID (Section 7)

The Stardust Motel, a pet friendly, vintage motor lodge is located in the center of Historic Wallace. Just steps away from shops, restaurants, bars and located 15 minutes from two independent ski resorts, downhill mountain bike parks & home of the world’s largest trail system for snowmobiles, mountain biking, hiking, and ATVs (Silver Country 1000 Mile Trail System.) They also offer a bike washing station conveniently near motorcycle parking. Book with code BDR15 for 15% off your stay!

Website: stardustwallace.com

Phone: 1 (208) 752-1213

Address: 410 Pine Street, Wallace, ID 83873

Clark Fork Lodge, Clark Fork, ID (Section 8)

121 Antelope Loop Rd Clark Fork, Idaho 83811 Ph. (208)266-1716

Family-owned and operated Lodge.

The Last Resort Vacation Cabin, Clark Fork, ID (Section 8)

North Haven Campground, Bonners Ferry, ID (Section 8)

A family-owned and operated campground in Bonners Ferry. They offer 5 luxury log cabins, 2 “glamping” wagons with private bathrooms, tent campsites, a 24/7 Bathhouse with private showers and bathrooms, and a camp store, all in a peaceful wooded setting. Only 30 minutes from the Canadian border and conveniently right off Highway 95 and Highway 2.

To learn more, visit:

https://www.northhavencampground.com/

Phone: (208) 603-9212

Address: 78 Tobe Way, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

The Corner, Yellow Pine, ID (Section 3)

Proprietors: Matt, Heather and Skadi Huber.

Tel. 208-633-3325

390 Yellowpine Ave. Yellow Pine, ID 83677.

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South Fork Junction Lodge, Elk City, (Section 4)

View the Property and Book Rooms at  southforkjunction.com Give them a call to plan your next weekend’s getaway, party, reunion, or reception at  208-842-2802.

Stop by our full bar and restaurant at Lolo Hot Springs. For those who want to enjoy the casino, stop in and try your luck!

Mugsy’s Tavern and Grill, Bonners Ferry, ID (Section 8)

Rotating Taps Unique Specials Daily

At Mugsy’s we know that there is a crowd that loves the all time favorites such as Coors Light. On top of domestics, we also feature rotating taps of popular beers of the North West.

Haven Hot Springs is a small resort with hotel rooms, a cafe, and gas pumps. More lodging options can be found down the canyon at Lowman

Sourdough is just off the main track but they have a comfortable hotel with a restaurant and gas station.

Clark Fork - Food, Gas, Lodging (IDBDR)

Clark Fork has fuel, restaurants, lodging options, and a delicious bakery at Clark Fork Pantry. 

Avery - Food, Gas, Lodging (IDBDR)

Scheffy’s in Avery has premium non-ethanol fuel, a small store, and a motel.

Pierce - Food, Gas, Lodging (IDBDR)

Pierce is the closest gas stop on the west end of the Lolo Motorway. This quiet town has a grocery and all the services you’ll need to push on.

Secesh Stage Stop - Food, Gas & Lodging (Section 2)

Lochsa Lodge has gas, a store, a restaurant, cabins, a hotel, and a campground. You’ll need to fuel up here before or after tackling the Lolo Motorway.

Conner MT - Food, Gas, Lodging (IDBDR)

Conner is the closest gas stop to the eastern end of the Magruder Corridor. Food, lodging, and more gas stations are available in nearby Darby, MT.

Elk City - Food & Gas (IDBDR)

UPDATED 6/27/23:  Gas was delivered to Elk Creek Station! The hours are 6 AM – 4 PM, seven days a week. Cash only until further notice. For after-hours emergency fuel, honk twice. Other amenities to come soon. See the route updates page for more info HERE

Gas up in Elk which marks the western end of the Magruder Corridor, a 100+ mile segment with no bailout points or services.

IDBDR MOTORCYCLE DEALERSHIPS

Yellowstone Harley-Davidson

Belgrade, mt.

Family-run Yellowstone Harley-Davidson is Montana's premier dealership for all things motorcycle. Nationally recognized for motor and customizing work, YHD is your go-to dealership for exceptional service work and customer service. Their employees are determined and dedicated to getting you back on the road and your adventures. The crew at YHD not only sells and works on incredible bikes, but they are adventure riders themselves. The shop is constantly abuzz with conversation about what route to ride next and who is up for the challenge. They are here to help make your adventure dreams a reality

ADVENTURE MOTORSPORTS

Twin falls, id.

Adventure Motorsports, where the variety of powersport products is second to none. In all of Twin Falls, Idaho, there isn’t a friendlier or more knowledgeable staff . They’re happy to help you find either the perfect recreational vehicle or the parts you’ve been looking for.

Check out their catalogs to see what they have. If you need help in making your selection, call or stop in—they’re always ready to help! Locally-owned and operated and conveniently located in Twin Falls, Idaho. Adventure Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best in powersport products to make your outdoor living more enjoyable. From the most recent in ATV technology to the hottest new snowmobiles, they can help you find the recreational vehicle that’s made for you. Combine this wide array of selections with their friendly and knowledgeable staff, and we’re convinced Adventure Motorsports will become your only stop for all of your powersports needs.

CARL’S CYCLE SALES

Carl’s Cycles Sales is Idaho’s largest powersports dealership, family owned and operated since 1966. They are the premier Honda, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, KTM, Polaris and Suzuki powersports dealership in the Northwest.

Carl’s Cycle Sales is comprised of industry-leading professional staff, specialized in conducting the research, development and performance tuning of the products they sell. Their staff is nationally recognized as being the go-to performance specialists, with a supporting reputation as the shop for Polaris engine and suspension work. At Carl’s, they don’t just sell snowmobiles, motorcycles, ATVs and UTVs. They ride and test the limits of the powersports vehicles they sell, and are here to help you enjoy your powersports experience as much as they do.

IDBDR DISCOVERY POINTS

While riding the IDBDR, we recommend visiting some (or all) of these not-to-be-missed places, selected for their natural beauty, high photo opp value, historical significance, or pure pleasure of discovery! (These waypoints are included in the IDBDR GPS tracks available for a free download on this page). Send us your photos from these discovery points to share with the BDR community.

(Listing South to North)

Jarbidge Nevada Food & Gas: 41.875502, -115.430672, on the route.

Jarbidge is the official start of the IDBDR.

Anderson Ranch Reservoir Dam: 43.359746, -115.449492, on the route.

The route goes over the dam on Anderson Ranch Reservoir which can be quite low by the end of the summer. Look for an overlook on the road south of the dam.

Anderson Ranch Reservoir Access: 43.418785, -115.390084, on the route.

Anderson Ranch Reservoir has many different access points from the road on the north side. 

Pine Food & Gas: 43.48563, -115.31198, on the route.

Pine has a small store, cafe, gas station, motel, and campground. 

Featherville, Idaho: 43.612324, -115.25526, on the route.

Featherville has a small hotel with a restaurant.

Big Trinity Lake: 43.622756, -115.430678, on the route.

There are several campgrounds on the Trinity Lakes. Big Trinity Lake’s might be the largest.

Trinity Mountain Fire Lookout: 43.598862, -115.428944, on the route.

The last stretch of road up to Trinity Lookout is rocky, loose, and exposed in places but it’s worth the effort if you are comfortable.

Sourdough Lodge - Food, Gas, Lodging (IDBDR)

Haven Hot Springs Food & Gas: 44.073075, -115.550764, on the route.

Creek Crossing: 44.20621, -115.509928, on the route.

This water crossing on Clear Creek can be intimidating but is required for the main route which follows Long Creek Road. If you want to avoid it, take the Clear Creek Road up the canyon

Whitehawk Mountain Fire Lookout: 44.287564, -115.530589, side trip,

A longer side trip to a summit with a lookout tower and distant views.

Deadwood Reservoir: 44.326028, -115.649273, on the route.

Deadwood Reservoir has several campgrounds with shoreline access.

Warm Lake North Shore Resort: 44.654534, -115.6689, side trip.

A short side trip leads to North Shore Lodge where you’ll find a lakeside resort with cabins and a restaurant. The national forest provides a campground and a day-use sandy beach too. 

Yellow Pine Food & Gas: 44.964076, -115.493327, on the route.

The IDBDR passes through Yellow Pine deep in the central Idaho mountains. You’ll need to fill up with gas here. The local restaurant is good and there is a rustic lodge in town too. 

Elk Summit Pass: 45.1508, -115.423116, on the route.

Elk Summit is a high pass between Yellow Pine and Warren.

Pilot Peak Fire Lookout: 45.173969, -115.52716, side trip.

This side trip climbs up to a lookout tower on Pilot Peak. It’s a 5 mile ride each way to get there.

Old Cemetery: 45.149615, -115.559259, on the route.

Look for a small historic cemetery next to the route along Elk Creek. Signs tell the story of some who are buried here.

Warren Mining Town: 45.265685, -115.678257, on the route.

Warren is a small mining town that has avoided ghost status. The old buildings are picturesque and the people colorful. Stop into the Baum Shelter for a drink if it is open.

Burgdorf Hot Springs Resort: 45.277066, -115.913704, on the route.

Don’t ride by Burgdorf without stopping. You might need to gas up here anyway. We highly recommend staying overnight if they have space. The hot springs are amazing and the resort has a restaurant as well.

Old Bus: 45.372368, -116.022004, on the route.

This old bus has been rusting away at this spot above French Grade for many years. Worth a stop for a photo.

French Creek Grade: 45.40634, -116.01632, on the route.

Five tight switchbacks ease the grade of this road that descends down to French Creek and the Salmon River.

Manning Bridge: 45.401596, -116.116878, on the route.

The historic 1934 suspension bridge is being replaced with a new safer suspension bridge in 2017.

Florence Ghost Town: 45.500083, -116.029068, on the route.

Florence is a ghost town hidden in the mountains north of the Salmon River. Several old log buildings can be found on the roads that branch off the main road. Florence thrived in the 1860’s when gold was discovered in the area.

Florence Cemetery: 45.510354, -116.029439, on the route.

Take a break and walk around the cemetery in Florence. Read the signs and the tombstones too.

Elk City Food & Gas: 45.82556, -115.443365, on the route.

Burnt Knob Fire Lookout: 45.702778, -114.991325, on the route.

This short rugged side road climbs up to a lookout tower near the middle of the Magruder Corridor. It’s only about a 1.5 mile ride each way to see the view from this lookout.

Magruder Corridor near Massacre Site: 45.73087, -114.766869, on the route.

A sign along the route explains the Magruder Massacre.

Lolo Hot Springs: 46.725016, -114.533393, on the route.

Lolo Pass: 46.634719, -114.577732, on the route.

Lolo Pass is on the Idaho-Montana border. The visitor center at the pass has information about the Lewis and Clark Expedition and the Nez Perce National Historic Trail which both passed through here.

Lochsa Lodge Food & Gas: 46.510969, -114.718092, on the route.

Indian Post Office: 46.549187, -114.985895, on the route.

Indian Post Office is a ridgetop marker where notes were left for other travelers back when the Lolo Motorway was the route of the Nez Perce Native Americans.

Hemlock Butte Lookout Tower: 46.473494, -115.629252, on the route.

A 1/4 mile long road leads away from the Lolo Motorway to a lookout tower with distant views.

Pierce Food & Gas: 46.486968, -115.798779, on the route.

Grandad Bridge: 46.815352, -115.920984, on the route.

The Grandad Bridge crosses over Dwarshak Reservoir.

Avery Train Car: 47.250513, -115.806614, on the route.

Train enthusiasts will want to stop at this train car which has info on the old trains that have passed by this spot. The IDBDR follows the Old Milwaukee Railroad Grade north of Avery.

St Joe River Tunnels: 47.26628, -115.775562, on the route.

North of Avery there are two parallel routes to choose from. One follows a wide old railroad grade through several tunnels and the other follows the eastern bank of the St. Joe River on a narrow trail.

Wallace - Food, Gas, Lodging: 47.471598, -115.92348, on the route.

The historic town of Wallace has all services including nice hotels, and lots of tasty restaurants.

Coeur D’Alene River Cliff Jumping: 47.65235, -116.030654, on the route.

If you are hot and dust-covered and like cliff jumping, this is a worthy stop along the IDBDR. Locals might already be here cooling off in the Coeur D’Alene River under the summer sun.

Grizzly Mountain Summit: 47.713106, -116.093405, side trip.

An out-and-back ride of about 2.5 miles each way takes you up to the summit of Grizzly Mountain and 360 degree views.

Grassy Mountain Summit: 47.790102, -116.205265, on the route.

While not as high as Grizzly Mountain, Grassy Mountain is easier to access and offers similar 360 degree views.

Spyglass Peak Lookout Tower: 47.841885, -116.196854, side trip,

A short side road leads to the top of pyramid-shaped Spyglass Peak, the site of a former fire lookout tower.

Clark Fork Bakery: 48.1458, -116.176295, on the route.

Char Falls: 48.36659, -116.172051, on the route.

Char Falls is a waterfall on Lightning Creek that is easy to walk out to from the parking lot.

Lunch Peak Lookout Tower: 48.374853, -116.193504, side trip.

The panoramic view from the fire tower atop Lunch Peak is worth the extra time needed to ride four miles each way from the route. 

Roman Nose Lake: 48.635086, -116.571158, side trip.

Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge:48.706785, -116.414784, on the route.

The north end of the IDBDR follows the west side of the Kootenay River. While there are many places to view birds along this river, the Auto Tour Road loop that begins at the wildlife refuge visitor center makes it much easier to look out into the wetlands.

Porthill Bar at Canadian Border: 48.998675, -116.500686, on the route.

Porthill is the official northern end of the IDBDR. It is just on the US side of the Canadian Border. They have a gas station, store, restaurant and bar, and even a hostel. The Kootenay River is runs right behind Porthill.

IDBDR PACKING LIST

This packing list serves as an example and is not intended to be a complete list for your backcountry riding needs. Feel free to customize this list to work for you.

• Gloves (2 sets)
• Protective gear (pressure suit, Leatt brace, knee braces)
• Balaclava or neck gaitor
• Water bladder or bottle
• Hydration pack
• Map holder / map case
• Phone charger
• Plug adapter: auto to BMW plug
• Riding socks (2)
• Zip pants/shorts
• Short sleeve (base layer shirt)
• Flip flops/sandals
• Riding jersey / long-sleeve (base layer shirt)
• Fleece jacket
• Wool beanie
• Toothbrush & Floss
• Towel (MSR Pack Towel)
• Toilet paper
• Pain reliever
• Allergy meds
• Sun Glasses
• Passport if going into Canada
• Money (credit cards & cash)
• Clip-style master link
• Spare inner-tubes
• Sleeping bag
• Dry bags (2) for tent, sleeping pad & sleeping bag
• Water storage (Dromedary Bag)
• Folding hand saw
• Water filter
• Eating utensils
• Lighter / waterproof matches
• Pots & pans
• Coffee brewing device
• Headlamp (2)
• Kitchen set & spices
• Stove fuel bottle
• Folding camp chair
• Forest & National Parks maps
• IDBDR Butler Map
• Tool roll / tool set
• Tire levers
• Tire patch kit
• Leatherman tool
• Swiss Army knife
• Large inflation CO2 (for tubeless tires)
• First Aid kit
• Energy bars
• Other ingredients based on meal plan

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Below are answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about the Idaho Backcountry Discovery Route.

What is the IDBDR?

The IDBDR is the fifth route developed by the Backcountry Discovery Routes organization for dual-sport and adventure motorcycle travel.  The IDBDR is a south-to-north route across the state of Idaho covering over 1,250 miles of mostly non-paved track.  The route begins in the old western town of Jarbidge Nevada and meanders through the west side of the Idaho Rocky Mountains on the way to the Canadian Border at the Idaho Panhandle. Two stunning and historic backroads are part of the IDBDR – the Magruder Corridor and the Lolo Motorway.  Several small mountain towns in Idaho are visited along the way including Yellow Pine, Burgdorf Hot Springs, Elk City, Avery, Wallace, and Clark Fork.

What time of year can I do the IDBDR?

The IDBDR is best from July- thru October if no early snow storms have occurred.  The route can be done in June, but snowpack in the high mountains may keep you from doing the entire route as mapped. There have been some years where the snow has not cleared from the high country until the last week of July.  Hunting season does start in October, so heads up for traffic.

How difficult is the route?

The IDBDR route is designed to be ridden on adventure and dual-sport motorcycles. There are no single-track style trails on this route. Many of the roads are in remote areas and reach high elevation areas where road maintenance is minimal or non-existent. While, the ID route is considered to be an easier route compared to Utah or Arizona, you can expect to cover sections of road with deep ruts, loose rocks, sand and other challenges.  Road conditions change from week to week based on the recent weather.  When you see signs that read, “Roads may be impassable when wet”, use caution, roads become very slick and can be impassable. You may also encounter sections that have trees or branches over the road.. Depending on time of year and weather, there may be a few small deep water crossings. Flash floods are frequent during summer storms.  Don’t cross flooded washes. Wait until water subsides.

What weather concerns should I have?

Idaho has fast moving thunder storms during the summer months.  These storms usually build in the mountains in the early afternoon and usually contain lightning, hail stones and heavy downpours.

How long does it take to run the IDBDR?

Most people average 150 miles a day on a backcountry motorcycle trip. Plan on doing this route in 8 -10 days depending on how fast you want to travel and how early you want to roll out of camp. There is a lot of history to see on the IDBDR so planning a little extra time to the 8-10 days is suggested.

Do I have to camp?

The IDBDR has fewer hotel opportunities than other Backcountry Discovery Routes. Camping on the other hand, is plentiful. Official campgrounds are shown on the front of this map with a small tent icon and many more primitive backcountry camps can be found along the way. Because of the limited beds available in the small towns along the IDBDR, it is recommended that riders make reservations ahead of their arrival. Rooms can be found in Jarbidge, Featherville, Glenns Ferry, Yellow Pine, Burgdorf, Avery, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Riggins, Elk City, Darby, Lolo, Pierce, Wallace & Clark Fork.  You can also visit the  Idaho Tourism  website for lodging resources.

Where do I camp?

There are many campgrounds and suitable dry camping locations along the route. The Butler Motorcycle Map for the IDBDR has a tent icon showing campgrounds on the route and many near the route. The IDBDR Butler Map is available at  www.touratech-usa.com ,   www.butlermaps.com  and other fine retailers.

How far between gas stops?

The longest gap between gas stations is approximately 131 miles from Burgdorf Hot Springs to Elk City.  Burgdorf normally has gas.  Gas is also available in Riggins if Burgdorf is out.  Always plan to carry extra gas and they only carry low octane gas.

Can I build a camp fire?

In most cases camp fires are allowed, but check with local Ranger Stations to determine if campfires are allowed before you build one. Forest fires are a threat during parts of the year and the rules that manage this risk must be followed. Be sure to fully extinguish fires so they are DEAD-OUT. Use water to ensure a fire is fully extinguished and the ground is left cool and wet.

Is there water on the route?

There are a few natural water sources along this route however, depending on the snow pack, some may not running. You can find potable water in the towns along the way.  It is suggested that plenty of water is carried for personal and cooking use. Here is a video on water filtration filmed in the Oregon Backcountry:  http://youtu.be/vqOFZAoZdTU

Why do I need paper maps when I have GPS tracks?

Always bring a complete set of maps for the area you plan to ride. They have good information about roads, water sources, and are an indispensable resource when the GPS doesn’t work, or is giving questionable advice. Unplanned events can occur and having paper/synthetic maps of the area can be a life saver. National Forest maps are available at  http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/map/state_list.shtml#U  and local Ranger Stations. IDBDR Butler Motorcycle Maps are available at  www.touratech-usa.com  or  www.butlermaps.com .

What is the ideal bike to use?

Any bike that has a license plate, can run knobby tires, is set-up to carry the gear you plan to bring, and has the fuel range to make the distance between gas stops. Most adventure or dual-sport motorcycles will be suitable for the trip.  Choose the bike that you are the most comfortable riding in desert and mountain terrain.

What GPS should I use?

Any GPS unit capable of displaying 15 track logs with a minimum of 500 points each is suitable for use on the IDBDR. Garmin models that work best for this application are: Zumo 665/660, Montana, GPSMap 60, 62, 76, 78 and 276. Other GPS manufacturers may have units that will work. Check the technical specs to determine suitability.

Where can I find the GPS tracks for the IDBDR?

What is the highest elevation on the IDBDR?

The highest elevations are reached in section 3, where the Elk Summit reaches nearly 8200 feet. The IDBDR never stays up high for long periods and you do a lot of climbing and descending quickly.

What tires should I use for the IDBDR?

DOT approved knobby tires (such as Continental TKC 80 or other type of tires) are strongly recommended.

How do I get information on current road conditions?

We do our best to post the most up-to-date information on our Route Updates Page . We depend on the BDR community to inform us about route and road conditions, so if you encounter any road closures or severe conditions that are worth reporting, please contact us with the information.

There is also a dedicated IDBDR Facebook Group Page . We recommend that you join the group prior to your trip to read trip reports and comments from other riders about their experience on the route.

Don’t forget to use our Interactive Map to get route conditions in real time. Read this Article to a quick tutorial on how to use the Interactive Map.

What about the Wild Animals?

Idaho is a habitat to many large animals like the Grizzly Bear, Black Bear, Moose, Elk, Wolves and Mountain Lions. Safe food practices while camping are an absolute for your safety and the animals safety.  Here is a link to find out more  http://www.centerforwildlifeinformation.org/BeBearAware/Hiking_and_Camping/hiking_and_camping.html

Can the Route be done North to South?

Yes the route can be done North to South.

Is there cell phone coverage on the route?

Much of this route is remote and out of reach for cell phone towers. There will be long sections with no coverage. Your best bet is to talk or text in the towns or on top of mountains. You will be surprised where you get coverage and where you don’t. A satellite communication device is a good idea in the backcountry. Phones with Verizon service have more coverage on this route vs AT&T.

Which BDR is the easiest? Which one would you recommend for a rider that hasn’t done a long trip on dirt before. I have just taken an intro level training course and I ride a 1200GSA?

We get this question all the time. Here are some key things to consider as you put together your plan.

All of the BDR routes include intermediate to advanced terrain. If a person is on a large bike twin-cylinder bike like an R1200GS Adventure or Yamaha Super Tenere, the routes can be very difficult. If a person’s skills are not advanced level, they may consider taking a smaller bike or choosing the easier options when possible. A BDR is something a person should build up to and it shouldn’t be their first overnight trip on their ADV bike.

Although, ID, WA and CO are less difficult than UT and AZ,  they all contain difficult sections. We suggest looking at the Butler Map and take the optional easier routes to avoid the difficult sections. Even taking this approach there may be difficult stretches depending on changes in road conditions, weather, construction and the unknown. This is part of what makes it an adventure. Regardless of its description on the map or in the film, no section of a BDR should be underestimated.

Do some shorter overnight trips as practice and ride increasingly difficult terrain to build up your skills and confidence. Also remember that riding with a fully-loaded bike should be practiced prior to tackling a BDR. Lastly, always ride with a group so that you have a team to help overcome any obstacles whether it’s terrain, mechanicals, navigation, medical emergency, etc…

In summary, take baby steps and work up to doing a BDR. Don’t make it your first adventure motorcycle outing on a full-sized twin-cyclinder bike.

What medical supplies should I carry on a BDR trip?

This advice comes from Rob Watt, BDR Board and Expeditions Member, and Wilderness EMT.

We carry items for wound management, breaks, basic meds and dental.  You can buy a good first aid kit at one of the outdoor stores online or Touratech-USA.  Get one that is an Extended Day Backpacker or 3-4 person kit.  These kits usually have the basics for a motorcycle trip.

They usually don’t have a SAM splint, so pick one of those up along with a couple ace bandages.  One other thing that we do for every multi-day trip, is to gather important information about each rider: allergies, medications, medical issues, emergency contacts, etc.

Then we put that on a master sheet for each person, so if something does happen we have that information handy incase that person can’t speak.  Another good practice is to do a little research of where medical facilities are along your planned route.  Is there a “flight for life” in the area? Where are the hospitals, Medical clinics, etc?

Here is a list of some items that you should have in your medical kit:

• Bandages: Assorted sizes for small cuts, blisters, etc.
• 4-inch closure strips or butterfly closures: For closing large wounds. 4-inch strips are more effective than butterfly.
• 4 inch by 4 inch sterile dressing pads (5 to 10): To apply pressure to a wound and stop bleeding
• Non-adherent sterile dressing (2 inch by 2 inch): Use these or Second Skin to cover blisters, burns or lacerations.
• Gauze roll: Holds dressing in place.
• Small roll of 1-inch adhesive tape: Holds dressings in place.
• Multi-use tool or knife: Should include knife, scissors. A scalpel and blade are also useful for first aid.
• Forceps or tweezers: For removing splinters, ticks, and removing debris from wounds.
• Scissors: Trauma scissors, which have a blunt end to protect the patient, can be used for cutting away clothing from injury, cutting medical tape, etc.
• Thermometer: Digital is generally more accurate, but batteries do wear out.
• Malleable splint: Lightweight foam-covered aluminum, such as a SAM splint.
• Irrigation syringe (35 cc): Used to flush and clean wounds.
• Suction syringe (65 cc): Used to clear mouth of fluids when giving CPR.
• Safety pins: Can help remove splinters, fasten arm sling, or make a whole in a plastic bag for improvised wound irrigation.
• Cotton-tip swabs: For removing  foreign objects from eye, or applying antibiotic ointment.
• Resealable plastic bags: Many uses, including icing a swollen joint or creating wound irrigation device.
• ACE, Coban, or other rubberized bandage: Can be used as outer wrap on splints, wound dressings or support for joint injuries. Be careful not to wrap too tightly.
• Antiseptic towlettes: For cleaning small wounds.
• Cleansing pads with lidocaine: For cleaning. Includes a topical anesthetic for abrasions, stings, etc.
• Topical antibiotic ointment: For application to wounds. Simple Vaseline can also be used in dressing a wound.
• Moleskin: Prevents blisters. Cut and apply a section to your foot as soon as you discover a “hot spot.” Duct tape also works for this purpose.
• Povidone Iodine USP 10 percent, 1 oz.: For preventing infection. Bottled PVD iodine 10 percent solution should be diluted to a ratio of 1 percent or less for flushing wounds.
• Aloe vera gel: Found in packets or small bottles for relief of minor burns.
• Pain relievers, including aspirin and Ibuprofen: Provides relief for minor aches and pains, reduces fever, helps reduce inflammation of sprains and other injuries.
• Antihistamines: For relief of pollen allergies, or to reduce reaction to bites and stings.
• Immodium 2 mg capsules or tablets: For relief of diarrhea from intestinal infections.
• Pepto Bismol or antiacid tablets: For relief from general diarrhea, abdominal upset.
• After Bite or hydrocortisone cream USP 1 percent: Relieves skin irritation from bites, poison oak, stings, or allergic reactions.
• Latex or nitrile gloves: Protects against blood-borne diseases and infection.
• CPR microshield mask: A compact flexible barrier with a one-way valve for rescue breathing, which protects user from blood, vomit or saliva.
• Oral rehydration salts: Packet of electrolyte salts and glucose for treatment of dehydration, heat exhaustion, or loss of fluids from vomiting or diarrhea.
• Space bag/blanket: Lightweight emergency shelter. For treating hypothermia victims.
• Paper and pencil: For recording medical data such as body temperature, pulse, time and date of symptoms, injuries, medicines administered, etc. Most repackaged kits include accident report forms.
• Wilderness First Aid booklet: Many prepackaged first aid kits contain one. An excellent pocket guide is the Wilderness Medical Handbook

Rating the Routes by Difficulty

We often get requests to provide the difficulty ratings of the BDR. We do not officially rate roads or routes because the difficulty can change from day to day depending on weather, changes in road conditions, and road damage caused by a variety of forces including wind, storms, flooding, snow, logging, forest fires and more.

The difficulty experienced by an individual also depends on their off-road skills, level of fitness, stamina, bike size and amount of weight carried on the bike. For these reasons we can’t provide a rating system like a ski resort or OHV park.

We can help you a bit by ranking the existing Backcountry Discovery Routes from most difficult to least difficult. Here is the list: CABDR-South, NEBDR, AZBDR, ORBDR, WYBDR, UTBDR, COBDR, NVBDR, WABDR, NMBDR, IDBDR, MABDR.

So CABDR-South is the most difficult especially if you ride the expert sections and MABDR is the easiest in general terms. Although MABDR is the easiest there are still a few challenging rocky sections and the several water crossings that can get very difficult if the water is high.

Be sure to also review the FAQ’s for each route and our General FAQs prior to embarking on your trip.

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Motorbike, ATV and OHV Trails in Southwest Idaho

Off-roading guide.

Ride through 500+ miles of deserts, forests and total wilderness.

From the Payette National Forest to the Owyhee wilderness, Southwest Idaho has one of the largest OHV (off-highway vehicle) trail networks in the Northwest.

Ready to explore? We’ll give you the run-down on the best trails, what to pack, safety tips and more!

Before you explore, always remember to adventure responsibly. Stay on the trails, respect the wildlife and keep Southwest Idaho wild.

Boise National Forest OHV Trails

Exploring the vast trail networks in Southwest Idaho

Just over 30 minutes from Downtown Boise is the historic Gold Rush town of Idaho City and the towering Ponderosa pines of the Boise National Forest. While it surrounds one of the fastest growing cities in the US, this forest is full of rugged trails through remote backcountry and the old Gold Rush town.

Sunset Mountain Lookout Road (23.1 miles)

Deadwood lookout road (10 miles).

Local’s Tip: Spend the night at the Deadwood Lookout Cabin for a total escape into the wilderness. You can reserve your stay at www.recreation.gov.

Kirkham Ridge Trail (35 miles)

Need ATV or dirt bike rentals? In Idaho City, you can rent ATVs or dirt bikes from Intermountain Power Sport Rentals or ATV Adventurez. In Garden Valley, you can rent from Garden Valley UTV Rentals.

Payette National Forest OHV Trails

Taking in the views of the Central Mountains while riding through the Payette National Forest

The Payette National Forest provides incredible access to the Snake and Payette Rivers, endless meadows, alpine lakes and the Central Mountains. Located near popular mountain towns like McCall, Donnelly and Cascade, the trails here are full of scenic views and wild places.

Want to explore McCall for the weekend? Check out our guide !

Yellow Pine (50 miles)

Burgdorf and ruby meadows trail (17.4 miles), salmon river atv loop (70.1 miles).

Need rentals? You can rent ATVs or dirt bikes from Redline Recreational Toys, Lofty Peaks Adventures and CM Backcountry Rentals in McCall.

Owyhee Wilderness OHV Trails

Camping along the river in the Owyhee Canyonlands

The Owyhee mountains are home to some of the most untouched, unexplored and unadulterated wilderness in Southwest Idaho. The trails here are a great challenge for dirt bikers and ATV riders alike!

Hemingway Butte (50 miles)

SUMMER ROAD TRIPS

Rabbit creek (54.6 miles), owyhee loop, war eagle and silver city (50.9 miles).

Need rentals? There’s tons of ATV and dirt bike rental services in the greater Boise area, on the way to Owyhee County. Try Idaho ATV Rentals in Boise, Redline Recreational Toys in Meridian or Intermountain Power Sports in Nampa.

7 Safe Riding Tips

Safety first! Always wear a helmet during your ride.

Before you explore, we’ve got a few tips for you to have the best ride ever!

• Stay only on marked trails, and avoid muddy patches, stream banks or vegetated areas. This prevents damage to the wilderness we love and respects the local community.
• Ride within your abilities. (A good rule of thumb: Don’t go for that crazy jump if you’re not ready.)
• Gear up! Wear helmets, jackets, eye protection, long sleeves, long pants, gloves…you name it.
• Only carry passengers if your ride is built for it. (It’s no fun getting thrown off a motorbike anyway.)
• Yield to the right if there are other riders trying to pass. Shut off your engine if you’re yielding to hikers or horseback riders. (It’s just the right thing to do.)
• Check the weather and make sure there aren’t any seasonal closures along your route.
• Let someone know where you’re going and when you plan to be back.
• Tread lightly — don’t get too friendly with the animals or leave any litter behind.

Off Roading Packing List

Be prepared.

Depending on the route and length of your trip, this might not be everything you’ll need — but it’s a great start! • Plenty of extra water and food • Extra fuel, oil and spark plugs • Set of basic tools for your machine • First aid kit • Flashlight • Tow strap or rope • Waterproof matches • Duct tape or electrical tape • A tire repair kit • Map, compass, GPS receiver • Cell phone or two way radio • Camera (For capturing your adventure, obviously!) • You might also want to consider adding a survival kit and a spare tire for extended trips

Rules and Regulations

Taking a break from the trails in Payette National Forest.

Before you hit the trails, you’ll need to have valid license plates with an OHV registration sticker, either from your home state or from Idaho. The sticker needs to be visible at all times. You’ll also need a helmet (if you’re under the age of 18), a muffler and a forest-service approved spark arrestor.

If you’re riding on any state, federal, city or county roads (i.e. BLM lands, forest service roads, etc.) you’ll also need a valid driver’s license and liability insurance. Drivers under the age of 16 need to be supervised.

For more trails in Southwest Idaho, download our ATV trail map and find your next adventure.

Remember, it’s not about the destination — it’s about the journey. In Southwest Idaho, ATVing and motorbiking is all about the experience: the wildlife you meet, the rivers you cross, the mountains you climb and the views you find.

All along the way, remember to respect the wilderness and communities as you explore. It’s what keeps Southwest Idaho still wild.

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Tour Of Idaho---2008 version.

Now On with the pictures and story.

Most of the week normally taken to ride up thru Idaho on this trail is spent in wilderness areas far from the nearest town including the Frank Church, the largest designated wilderness in the lower 48 states. Cell phones are useless much of the way. Water, food, emergency supplies and fuel must be carried and bikes and riders must be capable of a 200+ mile range. Radios, satellite phones or an emergency beacon are prudent insurance in the event of emergency as you are often very far from assistance. The Tour of Idaho (as it's really called) is at least as much of a wilderness adventure as it is a dirt bike ride.

The trail encompasses extremes of elevation (1,486' at Lowell to 9,613' at Copper Lake) and temperature. The variety of plants, animals and geological features found along the way is nothing short of amazing.

The trail is generally passable by July 4th and remains ridable through early October during most years. There is a distinct possibility of extreme heat, rain or snow along the route during the entire riding season.

I apologize to Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman of "Long Way Round" and "Long Way Down" fame.............accomplished world travelers. However as I see it, the only difference between us and the "Long Way Round" guys, is millions of dollars, and good looks.

However---we will be doing things different. There will be no support team or backup. I will be filming it with a Big Lots budget helmet cam instead of a $65,000 HD setup. I expect to sell about 7 DVD's from this project instead of 7,000,000. This should pay for having to replace all our smelly socks after the ride.

This Husqvarna had been to many places before this ride. Baja with Gaspipe The Oregon Coast on the TAT with Gaspipe. Old Mexico with Gaspipe. And Old Mexico with Tim Rhodes who was on this ride on his Honda. And way more places I've forgotten about.

"BigDog" Mark Sampson--2006 Husqvarna TE610

"The Breeze" Tim Rhoads---Honda XR650R

Turned out "The GasPipe (stovepipe) " Was a No--Show

Day 1 We would start at Jenkins Hollow-----and ride South on the trail to the border of Utah where the trails turns North Here me and Tim are at Jenkins Holllow the official start of the trail.

This lead us to a designated ATV trail for a few miles and finally came to a nice primitive campground and outhouse.

The Weather couldn't have been more perfect as we soaked up the beautiful Idaho scenery.

Can you find Tim in the picture below---he's in there !!!!!!

I think there was an easier way to avoid this----but in the end it was fun and we made it. Tim and his bike are in the bushes---can you see him ???? We road for a mile on single track on a very narrow ledge that you did not want to slip off of. The best scenario is it would be almost impossible to retreive your bike. Tims wheel slipped on the narrow track and than god the heavy brush caught him and his bike. It was impossible for Time to lift the bike up where it was and he had to wait for me to come back. He didn't show up at a turn and I knew he was in trouble---thing was I knew I had to walk back.....if I rode my bike there would be no-way to turn the bike around.....I think you can see why in the pictures. I walked about 1/3 of a mile back to him and helped him get the bike uprighted------no damage to Tim or the bike.

We were both exhausted and I carried his helmet, backpack and other stuff while he rode out of the Darien Gap !!!!!

This trail on top of the mountain ridge leading to Oxford peak was one of the most spectacular of the ride. There were some very long, steep clmbs with loose rock, shale and dirt.

We had to turn around at this point-----I never got up this hill.........but worse yet Tim was completely exhausted. Tim maintains to this day it was his lack of physical stamina---I maintain it was the altitude that got him. Just walking a hundred feet would have you on the ground panting and we were struggling on these hills.

Martin Hackworth----a veteran of this trail told us on the first day we would need bikes like these guys were riding to ride this short 3 mile section. We didn't listen-------oh we listened--just didn't do it. This is the only place we turned back on the whole ride--but we only missed about 3 miles of the trail.

We knew of the hard trail ahead and these guys said they couldn't climb it either !! That made us feel a lot better.

These nice people here showed us how to backtrack a little and get off the mountain and down into the basin..super nice people !! Thanks !!!!

I think these guys were looking for a race---I quit that about 18 years ago. Man I wish I had bikes like they had when I was their age, I would have been the terror of the neighborhood.

I think I just sat here for a very long time---don't know why ?? Me and Tim were always in awe at the lush heavily irrigated valleys. Irrigation is a major part of farming in Idah--and water a precious commodity.

We blew into the town of Downey for gas and lunch and had fun with the local Dog.

We blew out of Downey as daylight was drifting away.

We climbed a very steep dirt climb that was very rough and detiorated and landed up on Sedgewick Peak. My Husqvarna has never even hinted at overheating---never--not even Mexico or Baja could overheat my Husky. We had been clawing our way over tough uphills in first and second gear for a half hour to get here. When I shut off my motor it was making a gurgling noise---obviously a little hot. I could either coast down the mountain and cool it off real quick or just let her sit---in just a minute it was OK.

The ride over to Baldy Mountain, Windy Pass and Twin Knobs was much easier---and a beautiful ride.

We skirted Mount Moh and as the sun set we eased into Lava Idaho

We entered the busy town of Lava and I cruised thru town looking for lodging. There was none--it was a very touristy town and everything was full up----a major river sport town with hot tubs and hot places to hang out. Many girls were walking the streets in tiny bikinis and a local deputy tried to coax us to the local natural hot tubs to wash off the trail dust-----sounded like a place to avoid in such a busy town. It was too much for me.... all the traffic and people.........I wanted out.........except where was Tim......he was just right behind me ????

Poor ole' Tim--he was already bushed----and had a stinkin' flat tire. He used a tree stump for a center stand and we put in a new tube. A very nice Local Bannock county deputy stopped by with words of encouragement. Tim asked----"What's a guy have to do to get arrested" ??? And have a nice warm bed. The officer smiled and said he didn't have time to arrest us---didn't want the hassle and paperwork. So we had to go to Pocatello in the dark---with my 250 watt HID headlight pointing the way. Tim stuck to me like glue as neither his tailight nor headlight were much more than a "Candle In A Mason Jay" A quote of a good friend of mine---Mr. GasPipe

Day 2 Pocatello To Arco

Breakfast in Pocatello, Idaho

This super nice couple were very interested in what we were doing and we had a nice time with them. They are both very active people and bike riders---and the lady rode a bicycle 100 miles the day before !!! The best part is they invited us the complete use of their full shop for whatever we needed. That is so cool to run into nice people like this---If we had needed an oil change or needed to weld something up that offer would have come in mighty handy. We also found out here that Martin Hackworth http://motorcyclejazz.com ---the man responsible for the navigation on this ride worked across the street from this restaurant.

We now were out of the mountains and rode a lonely dirt road for I bet 35 miles across the desert. I love open terrain like this---the sand wasn't deep enough to cause any issues and we could ride as fast as we dared. The butte off in the distance is Big Butte---the one barely visible to the right of it is Big Southern Butte. There was the remnants of an old building here with pipes and what appeared to be gas burners and all the old lava rock. I haven't a clue what was here once upon a time ???? It was about 73 degrees and perfect riding out.

We rode fast and I watched the placement of my foot closest to the sage brush so it didn't grab my foot. It was so dry---but the sage brush was in full bloom. I'm here to tell you I've seen some beautiful things---but a desert in full bloom is my favorite.

Big Butte loomed ahead---it rises 2,500 ft. above the surrounding land. I just joked to Tim about riding to the top of it---knowing that there probably was no way. We rode around the left (West) side of it and found a narrow, steep rode going to the top. One of the highlights of our ride.

If you need a new desktop picture on your computer---drop me an e-mail and I'll get you the full size of this one.

On the way up I had my only tip-over............a 1 mph tipover which drove a buried sharp rock right thru my mangnesium engine case. I rode about 2 miles not knowing it was leaking---but lost very little oil.

JB Weld Quick took care of the hole in less than 1/2 hr. I busted another hole in this same case near Marguarichi, Mexico and did the same repair----they both are still holding.

We spent a lot of time up here just relaxing and staring---not saying much of anything to each other. Man it would have been neat to camp up there !!!! We never met a soul the whole day in the desert---it was so quiet up here and very little wind--crap...I want to go back !!!

Getting close to the town of Arco we encountered civilization and more beautiful irrigated farm land. Such a contrast next to the dry mountains and desert. Seemed alfalfa was the crop of choice and the locals said it was bringing a premium price and they shipped it all over the country.

I forgot these guys names one second after they told it to me-----but will never forget them. I'm not a hunter--never have been---but these guys were, and I was absolutely mesmorized by their tales of hunting in the area and how the wolves (protected species) were killing everything---mainly the elk--it's a sad situation up there.

Looking up at the mountain in Arco was the most amazing thing. Seems about 1941 the high school graduating class wrote their year on the mountain side, and the tradition has continued to this day---it was amazing---some of the letteres had to be 20 or 25 ft. tall. The best looking grafitti I ever saw.

Stay here in Arco--you'll be glad you did.

Day 3 Arco To Challis

I was told I would pass a submarine while leaving the town of Arco---yeh---what have you been smokin' ????? A real nuclear sub---also another piece of interesting info---Arco was the first town to be powered by atomic energy and this happened in the mid 1950's.

So here is the sail of a submarine, protruding out of the ground. It's the conning tower of the decommissioned submarine, the USS Hawkbill. Local leaders arranged to have it delivered here after the sub was decommissioned in 2001. And no, the rest of the sub is not buried underground, hell----- an experienced traveler like myself wasn't falling for that--as the locals at the Pickle cafe tried to spoof me into believing !!!. You think I'm stupid ??-----errrr....don't answer that !!

So why a submarine sail in the middle of the desert? It all makes sense, when you realize that Arco (and the nearby nuclear testing labs) helped make naval nuclear power a reality. Since the cold war years, some 40,000 sailors have been trained in nuclear operations, at nearby prototype power plants.

It was July 17, 1955, when Arco first received its power from a nearby nuclear reactor. The event only lasted a couple of hours. This event electrified the town in more ways than one.

Arco, Idaho----popultaion 1,023

And before leaving Arco--be sure and have breakfast at Pickles place.

We blew out of town to the Northeast, just East of Arco Peak. Then North near Braithwaite canyon and over Beaverland Pass.

This ride consisted of about 20 gates to open and close. I always respect the ranchers and their gates and fences.

Riding thru the very deep canyon walls of Larkspur canyon was awesome.

In this canyon was some luch forest and a beautiful creek where we stopped and wished this was a campspot---it was too early to camp. It was very cool---I way cozy comfy---but kept my heated grips on high most of the morning. Pass Creek summit was just out of the canyon as we headed for the much talked about Massacre Mountain loop.

We didn't take the Massacre Mountain Loop----we had the time--it just wouldn't have been smart. We were both in aggreement---the 17 mile Massacre mountain loop is brutal and takes a good rider on a lighter bike about 2 1/2 hrs.--big rocks and a steep rocky climb of about 1,500 ft. on a single track trail--you lose momentum and you go back down. The highest point of this ride is on that loop---I have nothing to prove. We would have risked bike damage, and injury taking this loop far from civilization.

The next 4 or 5 pictures led us to a side loop of about 20 miles bothways. It was so worth the time. This dirt road dead ended right below Leatherman, Donaldson and Breitenbach Peaks---all over 12,000 ft.

We had lunch here---some trail mix and "No Mans Land" beef jerky......the choice of adventure riders. So nasty the bears wouldn't eat it. A thick Pine forest was to our backs in this picture and we could see where bears had been rubbing on the trees. We had some great fun with the video camera here---having a bit of a spoof of Charley Boorman and Ewan McGreggor (famous expert world travelers). The conversation went something like this.....................

Big Dog--"Hell, anybody can ride the long way round or down----but it's a whole different thing riding up" The Breeze......."yep (very long pause), your so right BigDog......so so right" BigDog....."Heck---the road of bones was childs play compared to this ride" "Hell---they'd a been better off with a couple wore out KLR's"

And the bullcrap went on and on with us having a very hard time keeping a straight face.

Horsehaven Pass

Down the mountains thru Leaton Gulch brought us to the nice town of Challis where Gas, Food and Lodging is available.

Our motel had an onsight restaurant that was handy---and the nice young lady below fed us till we were full.

Said she was small town girl and would never be happy in the big city.

We blew out of Challis after a hearty breakfast up Challis Creek Rd. and into the mountains going over Morgan Creek Summit at over 7,000 ft.

I was lacking seeing 2 things in this world---both would get satisfied today. First a guy living in this shanty on this goat ranch---I wished I had talked to him. I actually didn't seen the guy milking the goat untill I had already taken the picture. The original mobile home !!! Looks like he had everything he needed. A roof over his head, a warm bed, plenty to eat---and plenty of goats milk !!!

This landscape just blows me away----we rode along the Salmon river for miles and miles toward the town of Shoup, or what was left of it.

I had a frend with some inside info about getting gas here----said they might have gas---might have run out--you take your chances. And oh yeah-------they're closed on Wednesday---good thing it was tuesday. I say the pumps and thought cool---a couple of pumps still standing---I never dreamed they were in working order. I was just astounded that we got our gas out of them---gravity feed you know !!!!

Shoup use to be a busy gold mining community of over 3,000 people. Now the Shoup store is all that's left and the population is 2----sometimes.

OK ----this is how it works--------you first start off with the glass full of fuel all the way up to the zero mark. You let mother nature gravity feed the gas into your tank. When full you look up at the gallon marks and you can plainly see how much gas you took, albeit not to the hundreth of a gallon--kind of a guess. She said we took almost 4 gallons and I told here to charge us for 4 as I didn't want to short her-------$4.75 a gallon and glad to get it. We had a ball here and she fixed us a nice sandwich out of the deli.

She started to hand pump the gas back up to the full mark when I asked her if I could do that. I'm sure she had tired of doing it-----and was glad to let me do it. I really don't think she knew how much that this just made my day. The handle on the side pump gas up into the glass and pumped on both the push and pull. It did this very fast and it pumps it inot the top of the glass. In the picture below look at the gas flowing in the top as I pumped it. I'd a paid extra for her letting me do the pumping. Don't bet on gas here---you might get some you might not----if you don't, you might had to camp and wait for her to get some as you may not make it to next gas on "The Long Way Up". If you can't get gas here---just go up the road a little bit and go East about 10 miles to Northfork--it's rumored they have gas !!

I think this is Painted Rocks state recreation area---we were on a barely used one lane dirt road and there she was.

This sign here is going to play into our adventure Big Time !!! Cause I don't pay any attention to signs---never have never will--don't like them. If it was up to me there wouldn't be any--be against the law.

Fire---smire---I don't see no smoke ?????????

What you lookin' at ?????

OK--relax---quit flippin thru the pictures before they even load---you know who you are----shame !!!!

We had talked to a few people and heard the Magruder was closed--not sure why--then found out it was a fire thing. To route around this was going to be very huge--like 250 mile pavement huge-------I soldiered on. One guy told me the danger was over and they just hadn't removed the signs and barriers---with this info I rode on.

I motored right passed a blockade blocking further travel on the Magruder Corrider---it's just something I do--can't help it-- I never thought much of it and was hoping we could get thru the fire danger areas---found later that Tim wasn't really keen about this... he may have been ticked off---don't know---but later maybe after he calmed down he just said he was keen on that. We ran into these very nice folks---there were forest fire fighters and blocked the road with their big diesal truck and said we'd have to go back. We just chatted awhile and they were so nice and Tim finally mentioned we were very low on fuel and couldn't go back. This shed a totally new light on the situation and the nice girl radioed ahead and finally let us by and told us a few miles down the Corridor someone would escort us thru the danger area---man was I relieved.

So on we go for several miles.

Then we run into this very nice girl----she was a fire fighter and EMT. She would escort us a few miles thru the danger area---with was nearing being opened up anyway. She was so nice and we had a long chat about what we were doing and where we were going. She had a sincere interest in doing what we were doing and I pointed her towards some nice bikes that might suit her and my website-----I'm sure she'll be reading this--------Hi----can't remeber your name----can't remember my name--oh well !!! She lives in Elk City (where we are going) and we hoped to see her there and find out more about the area.

We ran for miles thru the burned area and saw afew smoulders---but no fire. My friend Martin had rode thru here 2 days before me and got thru under the same circumstances I did---but there was actually some fire still going on.

We blew into Elk City like 2 old coots off the dusty trail. The Reno club fed us untill we were full---need old time bar and grill.

The Elk City Hotel was across the street and had one room left for us-------the Tajmahal I called it. What you are seeing here is about all there is in Elk City---my kind of town--with at least one country girl living there.

If the street had been dirt---it would have looked like 1898.

We sadly leave Elk City in the rain and today was to be one of the most spectacular scenery days of our whole ride--even tho it rained all day. We rode North for miles on a dirt road in very dense forest with many obstacles to ride around, over or under. Then the trail turned into a pretty tough ATV trail in which nothing wider than an ATV could have gotten thru. It was much worse than the picture below and we sqeezed between I bet 300 narrow spots where somebody had thankfully cut a tree out so we could get through. It was very fun riding--but I had this lump in my throat cause I knew that if we encountered just one new fallen tree we would have to go back and do a major road re-route. It was a hoot--even in the rain.

The rain, forest and mist made for some spectacular scenery.

The next few pictures are the Selway river and falls.

A cafe in Lowell where we ate and got gas--although Tim said I had plenty !!!. Today we had to make a big decision----to get to Wallace you have to have 306 miles of fuel. If your lucky and the Lowell gas station is open in Lowell (she opens whenever she feels like it----or doesn't) you have to have enough fuel to ride some 245 miles---that would mean we would have to be able to suck every drop of gas out of our tanks, we could never get lost, we could never do any side loops, we couldn't tump over and lose a drop of fuel and we would have to ride easy and get good gas mileage----way too many ifs--not a smart idea. Some riders have bought a small gas can here in Lowell and carried the gas till they needed it------then dropped the gas can and rode on into Wallace.

I do believe we are at the lowest elevation here on the whole ride.

The story behind this sign on the gas pump is a good one. 4 crotch rockets came in here and drove off ------$67.50 worth of fuel. The police caught them some 100 miles away and the guys wanted to pay over the phone with a credit card. The gal at the station was pissed and wanted them to suffer----she told them she would not take the credit card over the phone as they would have to come back to sign the credit card bill-------I thought this was hilarious. So they had to ride back 100 miles--pay for the previous stolen gas---fill up again and ride back the way they came. I don't know if she pressed charges or not--didn't matter--those guys suffered enough I thought. She just turned the pumps on for us---thought we were to old to run I guess.

Just a little out of town the traditional Tour Of Idaho trail goes thru a very tough section called "The Pete King Trail". It was closed just a few days before we got there----you can read the sign why. A good thing---me and Time may have not survived the Pete King Trail. We then had to backtrack about 4 miles to the highway and we found another way up to "The Lolo Motorway" and more spectacular riding.

The Lolo Motorway was heaven on earth. Remember it's still raining and sometimes the fog made you ride very slow and look straight down at the road as you couldn't see very far at all and there were many places where you could have rode right off the mountain and dropped a few hundred feet.

Somewhere along in here we met some forest service people in a truck. I stopped them to chat. There was a girl driving and a guy in the passenger seat. Remember it's pouring down rain. I jokingly asked the girl driving if we looked tough or stupid ???? She give me the high sign and a tough macho look (with a grin) and said "yeh you guys are tough--real tough" My chest swelled up as the guy in the passenger seat put up his hand like a kid in school wanting to be called upon. He gave me this really awkward look still with his hand up in the air----and shyly said "I have to go with the stupid" I guess I had to see his point---being in a warm dry truck with a pretty girl. But heck I was riding the ride of my life---in the rain--what could be better than that.

We all laughed and went our seperate ways-----when Tim said "Man I'd a sure liked to soak up some of that heater in that truck"

OK----back to our gas dilemma-----about 150 miles of riding in the rain it was way obvious we weren't going to make Wallace so we took a road down the mountain and East to a place called the Powell Ranger Station---and the Lochsa Lodge. You almost always need a reservation-----thankfull I saw this situation coming and had phoned ahead from Lowell and got us a log cabin. No phone, no TV, no alarm clock, no internet, no bathroom, no noise---just plenty of firewood for the woodstove. All of our wet gear got a good drying out here. I got the best nights sleep of my entire life here.

Jim and Mary were from McCall I think and rode a BMW 1200GS--they were a very happy couple. I'll never forget their big smiles-----nice meeting you guys !! Jim was hell bent on riding the LoLo motorway that we just came off of. We both advised him no too being he was on such a big bike riding 2-up with lots of gear. I think he followed our tracks the next day as we rode back to the LoLo---and rode on toward Wallace. I hope they made it alright.

We had dinner and breakfast here at the Lochsa Lodge----really nice place with great food.

It got pretty chilly that night---and we had fired up the wood stove as soon as we got there. It tooked me awhile to get the thermostat adjusted---it was 3/4 a turn open on the air damper--then open the windwow 1/2 way----perfect. ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz !!!!!!!!!

The Infamous Day 6

A day to remember for the both of us.

We had to ride back the way we came to get on the Lolo again----about 20 miles. It was like we never rode it going the other way and now the sun was out and it was nice and damp with no mud or dust. I didn't understand this sign---Tim said it meant there was a fire up ahead, maybe set by the forest service so don't be calling them telling them about it as they already knew it.

We rode Northeast over Blackhead mountain, then Toboggan hill, down to Toboggan creek, then up Hornet Point and Fly Hill all at a little over 6,000 ft. We rode closer today as there was absolutely doesn't and enjoyed watching each other riding lines on the trail.

We stopped and taled to this nice fellow for awhile--he was scouting around for the nearing hunting season. His son in-law was ahead of them--but he let him go so he could just poke a long and look around----I can understand that.

Me and Tim started a very long climb up gospel hill---I remember this climb well and when I got home I measured it on my topo software----it was a 6 mile climb up a jeep wide trail littered with baby head planted rocks with many water bars and washed out places to jump. My Husky is extremely stable in rough stuff and at speed---I had her wound up in 3rd gear which is a pretty good clip with the Husky's wide ration transmission.

It was going up this hill that me and Tim knew something was terribly wrong----we didn't stop and talk about it--but something was terribly wrong something was in the air that we couldn't put a finger on.

I topped gospel hill and was presented with 2 things---the view you see below----and a man---waiting for me at the top. I think I've caught quick glimpes of this man before----yes......many times before. Sometimes I've thought this man was following me---just a close distance away. Said his name was Death .........and I became very realaxed. He told me it was my time........and I was ready. What I wasn't ready for was how I was going to die !!!! We stared each other down as I walked toward him and he slowly backed up----I was surprised to see him trembling with sweat. Not today sucker as I shoved him over the side.

I shook my head back to what I hoped was reality and saw gasoline running out of my bike. My tank was busted I thought. I almost threw the bike on it's side to prevent anymore fuel loss when I saw the gas line leaking and got it stopped. My left foot was burning like hell----and a plume of white smoke billowing off my exhaust header. My boot and foot were soaked with gasoline. Tim pulls up in a bit-----as he had been stopping checking his bike because he had been smelling gas all the way up gospel hill. I sat down and pulled my boot and sock off--not fully reallizing...yet...... what almost happened 150 miles from civilization.

My foot was pretty red on top and for the next few miles I took off my boot a few times and tried to rinse out the gasoline.

After riding about 50 miles the pain was pretty intense and I just put my boot and socks in the river.

The next time I took my boot and sock off the skin came off with it---------I was done. I won't show any more pics of what this turned into---but it got much worse.

Time found these forest service guys at a nearby Ranger station---one was an EMT and helped me out a lot. But I needed to go to the hospital.

I got a ride to the hospital and this forest service guy went off duty----donned all my riding gear except the gas boot and rode my bike to the hospital 80 miles away in St. Mary's.

Here he goes on my trusty Husky with Tim in pursuit--------then to add insult to injury......... Tim tells me at the hospital that my Husky has never gone so fast.

Talk about beat a man when he's down !!!!!!!

It's about 13 days later as of this writing and I'm back to riding. I was very lucky to not have the thing get infected, but was luckier to have not burned up alive.

In retrospect what I should have done the first time I took my boot off---was to not put it back on---lesson learned. We lacked one more days riding to get to Canada---maybe again someday !!!!

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For the past seven years, former Dirt Rider magazine editors Ken Faugh t and Mark Kariya , have been working to build the world’s best VIP dual-sport, adventure bike, dirt bike, enduro and off-road tours and events. They have teamed up with some of America's best off-road riders to create what is unquestionably the most-exclusive rides in the most-scenic locations, and they are all guided motorcycle tours. 

Although the focus is on 5-day/4-Night events, the talented crew also hosts two-day events, point-to-point adventure rides, training sessions, boot camps, and much more. We are constantly updating our schedule , so check out our website  periodically to learn more about our upcoming rides.

2024 EVENT SCHEDULE

We kick off the year with two dirt bike tours on our schedule and will be adding more in the coming months.

PARK CIT Y DUAL-SPOR T RIDE - AUGUST 25-29, 2024

*Our world-famous off-road motorcycle ride is an event unlike any other. It starts from a 27,000 square-foot log cabin and explores some of the most-beautiful scenery in the United States. Prices range from $3295 to $3995 depending on accommodations. This ride typically has several guest riders. In 2021 it included Guy Cooper and Grant Langston, 2022 included Guy Cooper and Destry Abbott, those two were joined in 2023 by Rodney Smith and Mason Klein. A s urprise special guest or two is planned for 2024!

MOAB, UTAH SEPT. 7-11, 2024

*We are working with DualSportUtah.com on an amazing ride in this scenic part of southern Utah. The unique landscape promises to make this an unforgettable ride.  This is a guided tour by Jim Ryan, who is also part of t he MX and Off-Road Tours alliance . All meals and accommodations are included and cost is only $1995 and rental bikes are available for an additional fee.

THE BUCKETLIST RIDE - PARK CITY 2024

     Our Bucketlist ride takes place in the beautiful Park City region in Utah, and its one of the very best rides in the United States. Park City 2024 will be an experience that will overwhelm the senses, tantalize the imagination and provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

This ride is an exclusive 4-night, 5-day luxury outing,  and cost ranges from $3295 to $3995 per person. This is a high-end adventure, designed for real off-road riding enthusiasts.  Although we encourage our customers to ride their personal street-legal dual-sport bikes, we do have several rentals for those who really need a bike.

     For this event , which is more like a dirt bike vacation, we plan to include intermediate- and expert-level riding tips from our staff and celebrity riders, along with photos and video of your adventure. That’s right, the award-winning Mark Kariya and Ken Faught—names you've seen in magazines like Dirt Rider, Dirt Bike , Cycle News and Racer X for over 25 years—will be shooting photos of each rider to create memories. It’s one of the many reasons this will be the number one off-road motorcycle tour in the United States and one of the top 10 dirt-bike tours in the world.

“Those involved in Speed & Sport Adventures have a lot of real history in the off-road industry. No doubt their tours will be exceptional." ~ Roger De Coster  |  5-time FIM World Motocross Champion / Legendary Team Manager

" mark, destry and ken are some of the most-dedicated people in the sport. no doubt their dirt bike tours will be incredible"   ~ lyle  lovett | 4-tme grammy winner, " love this what a great adventure for the partners and participants alike memories that will last a lifetime for sure. kurt caselli would give a big thumbs up"  ~  nancy caselli |    kurt caselli's mom.

ACCOMMODATIONS

28,000 sf private estate, 16 bathrooms, indoor pool, gourmet kitchen, ultimate dirt bike vacation, click here for video tour.

This massive four-story “log cabin” which will serve as our base camp. It’s more like a luxurious mini-resort with an indoor pool, hot tub, game room, chef’s kitchen, etc. It sits on over 10 acres and is able to sleep 60 people. This is an ultra high-end adventure and all rooms are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Oh yeah, there are also 16 restrooms!

"The best crew out there. No doubt this will be an incredible adventure!" ~Ty Davis  | Multi-time Baja 1000 winner and off-road legend

“ i am really looking forward to joining mark kariya and ken faught on their new endeavor, speed & sport adventures. these two gentlemen are well known in our industry for their talents in photography, journalism on top of having an undying passion for motorcycles and the joyful experiences they bring to the adventurer in all of us.”  ~ johnny campbell  | 11-time baja 1000 winner.

Celebrity Riders

Beautiful terrain, 2 different g uides, intermediate routes, expert routes, pro photographers, one-of-a-kind event, surprise activities, vip service, riding tips.

Our goal is to create an amazing experience for all, and we have worked diligently to find the perfect balance of riding and off-bike enjoyment. Mark Kariya and Ken Faught are arguably the two most-traveled professional off-road motorcycle journalists in the world. They have done off-road motorcycle tours in Peru , Zimbabwe , Botswana , Mexico , Canada , Costa Rica , Ecuador , Senegal , and Chile . Separately, they have ridden in 40 of the United States  as well as Australia and several countries in Europe .

"Such a cool concept. The crew is full of top-notch people, and  I wish I would have thought of it! I can't imagine a better dirt bike tour company. "   ~  Rodney Smith |  AMA Hall of Fame motocross & off-road racer

"this is going to be unreal no doubt this will be one of the best motorcycle adventures ever." ~ ashley fiolek  |  4-time ama women's motocross champ, "these guys do it right. i have been to park city two times with them, and its amazing." ~ mark mitchell  |  off-road travel tv ceo.

THE ACTIVITIES

More than 250 -miles of riding, movie night, epic benchracing, several surprises, learn trail advocacy, riding & tech tips,  “as a professional dirt-bike racer, i guess i’ve become best known lately for riding any type of race, from supercross to extreme enduros like erzberg to flat track to hill climbs. so, hearing about the luxury dual-sport tours that speed & sport adventures plans definitely interests me since it’d be nice to ride and just take in the scenery then bench race with the guys later. that's why i became one of the owners.” ~ ryan sipes |  international six-days enduro (isde) overall winner, "now that i’m cutting back from racing full-time, i can definitely see myself on one of the speed & sport adventures rides. i don’t think anyone’s ever done anything to this level, and the crew behind it is full of legends who’ve been very successful in the industry." ~ kailub russell  |  8-time gncc champ / isde world trophy winner / racing legend.

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“I’ve been racing for a long time, and it seems like Ken Faught and Mark ‘Kato’ Kariya have been around almost as long. Their work in the magazines has always been outstanding and with their combined experience in events and rides, the Speed & Sport Adventures dual-sport tours are sure to be awesome. We are quickly making a name for ourselves as the best enduro tours in the United States. "

 ~ Paul Krause |  Former Red Bull KTM Dakar Rally Rider / Team Green Kawasaki Racer

“Though I made my living playing basketball, motorcycles was my first love,  part of me always wanted to race motorcycles and I naturally read all the magazines. I feel like I know Ken Faught and Mark Kariya through their work in those magazines, and with guys like Destry Abbott, Grant Langston and others, the Speed & Sport Adventures dual-sport tours sound awesome and I’m looking forward to participating in them. "

 ~ Rik Smits  |  Former NBA Player (Indiana Pacers Center) / Vintage motorcycle collector / racer

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"Ken Faught and crew always know how to have the best times. I respect these guys a lot! They have built the best motocross vacation company out there." -Steve Lamson—2-time AMA 125cc National Motocross Champion, MX des Nations winner

"i scouted this area twice with ken faught. we've travelled the world together and i know this is going to be one for the books. i am confident this is the best dirt bike tour company this is the ultimate dirt bike vacation."   -travis arket - world adventurer / deadliest catch personality, "ken faught and mark kariya helped me put together a tour in africa, and it was one of the best experiences of my lifetime"   -greg albertyn — 3-time fim world motocross champion, ama 250cc national mx champ.

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Woman shoots and kills man in fight among neighbors, Anchorage police say

An Anchorage woman shot and killed a man during a fight among neighbors Saturday night at a Spenard apartment complex, police said.

Tierza Hayes, 28, was charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter, according to an online statement from the Anchorage Police Department and online court records.

Anchorage police said officers responded at about 7:40 p.m. Saturday to a report of a shooting at an apartment complex on the 3700 block of Lois Drive, west of the intersection of Spenard Road and Minnesota Drive. Medics from the Anchorage Fire Department also responded to the incident and declared the victim dead at the scene, police said.

The name of the man who died will be released once next-of-kin notification procedures are complete, police said.

Hayes’ husband had called 911 and said that his wife shot their neighbor, according to a sworn affidavit written by Anchorage police Detective Kristi Mercer in support of the criminal complaint. Hayes’ husband later told detectives that the couple had been moving planter pots around the complex when they got into an argument with the man, the affidavit said. The verbal argument escalated into a fistfight between Hayes’ husband and the neighbor, the affidavit said.

Hayes shot the neighbor in the upper body with a handgun, Anchorage police said in their statement.

The neighbor’s brother told detectives that the victim had called him at some point during the altercation but had already been shot by the time he arrived at the complex, so he started administering CPR, according to the affidavit. The victim’s brother also told detectives that there were multiple cameras around the apartment he and his brother shared, the affidavit said.

A child located by police inside the apartment Hayes and her husband lived in said during a forensic interview at Alaska CARES that they’d witnessed the incident, according to the affidavit.

Hayes was set to be remanded at Hiland Mountain Correctional Center, police said.

Green Deals

First discounts on new goal zero power stations, $500 off gotrax everest e-dirt bike, and more.

Today’s Green Deals are lead by the fourth official discount on the GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike that is back at $500 off . It is joined by the first official discounts on Goal Zero’s newest power stations, the Yeti 300, 500, and 700 models that start from $240 , as well as dual one-day Best Buy sales on the WORX 40V PowerShare 14-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw for $189 and the WORX LeafPro Universal Collection System for $36 . Plus all of the other days’ Green Deals that are still going.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course,  Electrek ’s best EV buying  and  leasing deals . Also, check out the new  Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .

First deals live on latest Goal Zero Yeti power stations

The official Goal Zero Amazon storefront is taking up to $120 off its three newest power station models, with the biggest amount of savings being on the  Yeti 700 Portable Power Station for  $479.89 shipped . Down from $600, this is the very first chance to save on these new models after riding their MSRP since their release back in January. Today’s deal comes in as a 20% markdown off the going rate – for all three models – and lands them at new all-time lows going forward. For the Yeti 300 you’ll be saving $60, while the Yeti 500 scores you $100 in savings. The  Yeti 300 is going for  $239.89 shipped , while the  Yeti 500 is going for  $399.89 shipped . There are also bundle options which you’ll find below.

These three 6th generation power station models were designed for your casual outdoor explorations, like camping trips, tailgating parties, occasional nights spent under the stars, or more. All three share the same general designs and features while simply differing in capacity size and output levels; with the  Yeti 300  sporting a 297Wh capacity, the  Yeti 500  sporting a 499Wh capacity, and the  Yeti 700  sporting a 677Wh capacity. All three have been given fast-charging capabilities via a wall outlet, with the Yeti 300 recharging in 50 minutes, the Yeti 500 in 90 minutes, and the Yeti 700 in under 2 hours. All three can be hooked up to a solar panel with a max input level of 200W, with recharging ranging from 1.7 hours to 4 hours, depending on your model. All three offer the same output options: two ACs, two USB-As, two USB-Cs, and a car port.

You’ll also find bundle options for the two larger power stations, with the Yeti 500 being bundled alongside a  Nomad 50W Solar Panel for  $600 . The Yeti 700 has two different bundles to choose from, the first being with a  Boulder 100W Solar Panel for  $720 , and the second being with a  Nomad 100W Solar Panel for  $720  as well.

GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike now $5,999

Best Buy is offering the  GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike for  $5,999 shipped . Normally fetching $6,500, this model has only seen three previous discounts since its release in the summer of 2023, with two of them bringing costs down to $6,000 during August and December’s Christmas sales, and a one-day sale last month that saw it fall to a new $5,500 low. Today’s deal comes in as a repeat of its first two discounts, taking $501 off the going rate and returning it to the second-lowest price we have tracked.

The  Gotrax Everest electric dirt bike  comes equipped with a 4,000W (8,000W peak) rear-drive motor and a removable 72V battery that work together to reach top speeds of 53 MPH and travel up to 50 miles on a single charge. It fully recharges from empty in just four hours, and features dual-shock suspension, rugged deep-tooth off-road tires, hydraulic disc brakes, dual headlights, a taillight with turn signal functionality, multiple speed modes, an LED digital display, mudguards, and a surprisingly light 172-pound weight thanks to its aluminum-magnesium alloy frame.

WORX 40V 14-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw hits $189

Best Buy is offering the  WORX 40V PowerShare 14-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw with two 2.0Ah batteries for  $188.99 shipped  through the rest of the day. Normally fetching $270, this chainsaw saw regular ups and downs over the last year mainly keeping above $199, with drops as low as $170 after the start of the new year. Today’s deal comes in as a 30% markdown off the going rate that gives you $81 in savings and lands at the fourth-lowest price we have tracked – $37 above the all-time low from 2022. Equipped with a brushless motor alongside a 14-inch bar and chain that automatically adjusts tension levels to their optimal points,  this chainsaw  also sports a quick-stop chain brake to keep you in control and prevent accidental cutting. Its two 2.0Ah batteries are compatible across the WORX PowerShare ecosystem, allowing you to interchange batteries between 20V, 40V, and 80V cordless tools. It even has a battery indicator that tells you at a glance how much juice is left for the tasks at hand. You’ll also receive a dual-port charger and a sheath along with your purchase.

Best Buy is also offering the  WORX LeafPro Universal Collection System for  $36 , down from $55 through the end of the day. With this attachment you’ll be able to severely cut down on the time you spend collecting leaves around your yard. You can hook it up to most leaf blowers and leaf vacuums on the market, including Black & Decker, Husqvarna, Poulan, Craftsman, Ryobi, Toro, Murray, and many more. It has an 8-foot hose with a tear-resistant collection hood at one end and a multi-fit adapter that forms tight seals with the output valve of your leaf blower/vac. Do keep in mind, however, that this model is not compatible with WORX’s TURBINE Fusion blower.

Spring e-bike deals!

• Super73 RX Electric Motorbike: $2,999 (Reg. $3,695)
• Juiced JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike: $2,499 (Reg. $2,799)
• Juiced’s HyperScrambler 2: $1,999 (Reg. $3,499)
• Vanpowers UrbanGlide Ultra e-bike: $1,899 (Reg. $2,499)
• Aventon Aventure.2 All-Terrain e-bike with free extra battery: $1,799 ($2,499 value)
• Aventon Abound Cargo e-bike with $372 in free accessories: $1,799 (Reg. $2,199)
• Hover-1 Altai Pro R750 e-bike: $1,632 (Reg. $3,000)
• Heybike Brawn Fat-Tire e-bike: $1,449 (Reg. $1,800)
• Electric Bike Co. Model J e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,499)
• Lectric XPress 750 High-Step e-bike with extra battery: $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
• Lectric XPress 750 Step-Thru e-bike with extra battery: $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
• Vanpowers UrbanGlide Pro e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,899)
• Velotric Nomad 1 e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
• Velotric Discover 1 e-bike: $1,099 (Reg. $1,599)
• Vanpowers UrbanGlide Standard e-bike: $999 (Reg. $1,299)
• Schwinn Ridgewood Electric Mountain Bike: $800 (Reg. $1,500)
• Schwinn Ingersoll Electric Hybrid Bike: $700 (Reg. $1,500)

Other new Green Deals landing this week

The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.

• Lectric lightning deal offers foldable XP e-Trike with $333 in free gear for $1,499 ($1,832 value)
• Husqvarna’s Automower 115H robotic lawn mower with smart controls now $599 (Reg. $700)
• Jetson’s Canyon folding electric scooter with 22-mile range falls to $380 ($520 in savings)
• Greenworks 40V 12-inch compact chainsaw tackles storm cleanup for $124 (Reg. $180)
• Sun Joe’s 1,450 PSI electric pressure washer with detergent tank falls to $142, more from $59
• Amazon Basics 2,000mAh rechargeable AA NiMH battery 16-pack falls 33% to $18
• NIU’s Earth Day Sale takes up to 40% off e-scooters including new KQi Air X pre-orders
• Jackery’s Earth Day sale takes up to $1,800 off power stations, bundles, more starting from $100
• ALLPOWERS Pet Day sale has power stations from $79, solar panels at $99, and bundles at up to $1,600 off

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