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Bogus Basin Road, Boise Foothills, Idaho
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Bogus Basin Road

Boise Foothills, Idaho · Boise North End → Bogus Basin

Intense15.7 mi35 min3,900 ft climbHigh point ≈ 6,200 ftOne way
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The drive

Bogus Basin Road climbs out of Boise's North End to the Bogus Basin ski area. Local TV describes it as a 16-mile route with many turns, narrow, with two lanes. It is also known as the Kristin Armstrong Bikeway and is popular with cyclists.

The drive ends at the ski area. It is 15.7 miles and takes about 35 minutes, and its intensity is Intense.

Along the way

  1. Boise North End
  2. Bogus Basin
Elevation
3,900 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 6,200 ft
Boise North EndBogus Basin
Curves
Twisty most of the way
Boise North EndBogus Basin
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • The road has no shoulders and is popular with cyclists, so pass with care.
  • Backups are common on the narrow road. Local law requires pulling over at a pullout when three or more vehicles are behind you.
  • In winter storms the road can be icy and snowy. Local TV advises a four-wheel, all-wheel or front-wheel drive vehicle with snow tires, or chains, and says never to pass a plow.
  • Repair work and winter weather can bring a temporary signal or a single lane; check the Ada County Highway District before you go.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check ACHD: Bogus Basin emergency repair project.

Questions about this drive

How long does Bogus Basin Road take to drive?

Bogus Basin Road from Boise's North End to the ski area is 15.7 miles and takes about 35 minutes.

Is Bogus Basin Road one lane right now?

It can be. Road repairs bring temporary signals and single-lane stretches, such as the one near mile marker 10. Check the ACHD project page for updates.

Is Bogus Basin Road safe in winter?

It can be icy and snowy in storms. ACHD and Bogus Basin share plowing, and local TV advises snow tires or chains and a four-wheel, all-wheel or front-wheel drive vehicle.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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Map of Bogus Basin Road, from Boise North End to Bogus Basin