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Tubbs Hill Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Running trail in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Tubbs Hill 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 Tubbs Hill Trailhead
“Beautiful spring morning, awesome trees, saw some elk (or mule deer?”
We started our hike from Sanders beach and took the main trail loop. Spectacular views and lots of options to hike down to the water front. A must do 2 mile hike for everyone including kids.
Various levels of hiking/ trails available. I would not recommend strollers. Lots of roots and rocks, but well marked and maintained trails. Bird watching year round. Parking tends to be limited.
Tubbs Hill park trail system is a nice easy to moderate hike. Lots of options of different difficulties with elevation changes and terrain. Stunning views of the lake and marinas. Nice quiet little swimming holes that you otherwise wouldn’t make it to.
This is a great place for all ages. The trail can be easy or more challenging (not hard), depending which trail you choose. The water is awesome for swimming and cliff jumping but not usually easy to get to as the shoreline is rocky and steap. Worth the scramble if you’re physically able.
Trail conditions & character
“Spectacular views and lots of options to hike down to the water front.”
“Lots of people young and old as well as dogs utilizing the trails at different paces.”
“Big loop around the hill with many trail leading to the lake or viewpoints.”
“Big loop around the hill with many trail leading to the lake or viewpoints.”
“The water is awesome for swimming and cliff jumping but not usually easy to get to as the shoreline is rocky and steap.”
Plan your run at Tubbs Hill Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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