It is a perfect time to get out for the adventure of your choosing! Most trails are dry at this point. Keep in mind trails that are marked as yellow likely have not seen any maintenance yet. You might find downed trees and possibly run into snow at higher elevations. If you come across a…
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Let’s talk about eBikes
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
EBikes continue to grow in popularity around our valley. They allow riders to explore further, provide parity between riders, and have become a popular way to commute. With their growing use, it’s important to know where and what kind of eBikes are allowed on which trails. Often, only Class 1 eBikes are allowed on trails…
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BCRD trail update Friday, May 31, 2024
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Just as we are rolling into June, it is really starting to feel like summer is here. Many Galena trails have been cleared and open. You will find great conditions on nearly all the trails on the east side of the highway. Trails on the west side of the highway will take a little longer…
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BCRD trail update Friday, October 13, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Hi everyone, here is a Blaine County Recreation District trail update for Friday, October 13, 2023: Silver Lining Trail open The construction of the BLM’s new Silver Lining Trail is finished and the trail is open. This 3.5-mile Hailey route offers the flexibility of being used in either direction and serves as a link between…
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BCRD trail update Friday, October 6, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Hi everyone, here is a Blaine County Recreation District trail update for Friday, October 6, 2023: Sheep The following sheep info was supplied by the Ketchum Ranger District on Thursday:There are 2 bands remaining on the Ketchum Ranger District:Warm Springs Band is up Rooks Creek.Flat Top band is in the vicinity of Hyndman Creek.All other…
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BCRD Trail Update Friday, September 29, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Hi everyone, here is a Blaine County Recreation District trail update for Friday, September 29, 2023: SheepRange staff with the Sawtooth National Forest, Ketchum Ranger District report:– Warm Springs band is in Thompson Creek, headed towards Rooks Creek.– East Fork band is on private land and are expected to exit the forest on 9/30. (Editor’s…
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Trail update from the BCRD Friday, September 22, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
New BLM trails The BLM is currently undertaking trail construction projects in Hailey and Bellevue for improved accessibility and outdoor recreation. They have recently roughed-in a new 3.4-mile trail connecting Hailey’s Toe of the Hill Trail to the BCRD’s Quigley Canyon trails using a 48-inch-wide bulldozer. Presently, two mini-excavator operators are busy working on shaping…
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BCRD trail update Friday, September 15, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Hi everyone, here is a Blaine County Recreation District trail update for Friday, September 15, 2023. BCRD Pump Track Challenge The 3rd annual BCRD 2023 Pump Track Challenge is tomorrow, Saturday, September 16th, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the BCRD Quigley Trails Park in Hailey. This event welcomes participants from Pre-K to 6th…
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BCRD trail update Friday, September 8, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Hi everyone, here is a Blaine County Recreation District trail update for Friday, September 8, 2023: Galena Bike and Hike tonight Come join in on the last Galena Hike and Bike Night of the season tonight at Galena Lodge from 5:30-8:00pm. Bring your mountain bike or hiking boots for a fun family evening in the…
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BCRD trail update Friday, September 1, 2023
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Hi everyone, here is a Blaine County Recreation District trail update for Friday, September 1, 2023: RPI is underway Rebecca’s Private Idaho bicycle events are underway with a ride from Ketchum to Dollarhide pass and back on Warm Springs Road today. Saturday is a day-off for the racers, but a fund-raising fun-ride will take place…