Home › Idaho › Pocatello › Cherry Springs Nature Area
Cherry Springs Nature Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 333 Google reviews · Running trail in Pocatello, Idaho · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Cherry Springs Nature Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Nature trail with opportunities to see wildlife, plus a creek and picnic tables.
What runners say about Cherry Springs Nature Area
“Great photo spots, benches to sit and rest or read, places to play in the creek, picnic areas (with HUGE picnic tables), beautiful old trees, and even an outdoor theater!”
Absolutely fantastic area to go walking. The main trail only takes about an hour (if you go both directions from the parking lot), but there are lots of side trails to explore. I easily spent 2 hours walking here once and still feel like there's more I didn't see.
Nice park to walk and explore on a well established trails. Has bathrooms which is good.
Great area for the fall colors I loved the walk. Very scenic and soo beautiful.
We went here the other day. This trail is nice and serene. It's a flat hike throughout. One of the girls in our group has a disability and she was able to walk the whole way without stumbling. I think it's a great trail for young and old alike. And beautiful early fall colors right now.
Trail conditions & character
“Great photo spots, benches to sit and rest or read, places to play in the creek, picnic areas (with HUGE picnic tables), beautiful old trees, and even an outdoor theater!”
“Easily accessible nature area with paved relatively flat walking trails, lots of greenery, and scenic photography opportunities.”
“Easily accessible nature area with paved relatively flat walking trails, lots of greenery, and scenic photography opportunities.”
“Easily accessible nature area with paved relatively flat walking trails, lots of greenery, and scenic photography opportunities.”
“The parking lot sits in the center of the paved trail and even has a restroom.”
“The main trail only takes about an hour (if you go both directions from the parking lot), but there are lots of side trails to explore.”
Plan your run at Cherry Springs Nature Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitefs.usda.gov
- Phone+1 208-557-5900
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Running trails near Pocatello
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
West Fork Mink Creek Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 65 reviews
Popular hiking and mountain biking destination with a trail that's narrow in some spots.
Gibson Jack Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
Trail-laced nature area offering hikes, mountain biking and horseback riding.
Scout Mountain Nature Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Benches, picnic tables, barbecue grills and nature trails amidst scenic views.
Edson Fichter Nature Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 218 reviews
Area with trails, a pond, and a designated dog swimming area.
