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Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Running trail in Boise, Idaho · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead'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.
What runners say about Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead
“Hawkins Reserve Loop is such a gem for photos — beautiful open fields, tall grasses, and that warm Idaho sunset glow that makes everything feel golden.”
“My session with Norman & Madalyn at sunset, surrounded by golden grasses and forest shadows, framed their genuine connection in the most serene setting.”
“This is a beautiful one track directional easy trail.”
Spectacular, 5-mile, one-way loop thru hills and meadows scattered with large boulders, creeks, and birds.
Amazing trail. First part is mostly downhill, second part is slightly uphill but no too bad. There is a 2 mile loop and a 6 mile loop. Great for both mountain biking and hiking
A fun and interesting trail that's suited to all manner of cyclists and hikers. Really well considered and prepared.
This reserve is mostly grass hills and old volcanic style rocks here and it looks rather barren. That is how most reserves are like and not like parks. It’s for people to walk with nature and enjoy the peace and quiet. You can bring your mountain bikes here as they are allowed in these trails.
Trail conditions & character
“Wonderful trail that is a gradual slope down (with occasional uphill climbs) and then a gradual up climb on the loop back with occasional downhill rests.”
“There is a Vault toilet at the lower trailhead, and there is equestrian parking in the upper parking lot.”
“Hawkins Reserve Loop is such a gem for photos — beautiful open fields, tall grasses, and that warm Idaho sunset glow that makes everything feel golden.”
“Wonderful trail that is a gradual slope down (with occasional uphill climbs) and then a gradual up climb on the loop back with occasional downhill rests.”
“Spectacular, 5-mile, one-way loop thru hills and meadows scattered with large boulders, creeks, and birds.”
“Really nice place to ride or hike trails Bathroom is open.”
Plan your run at Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- Loop distance5 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
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