Boise Ride Guide - Corrals Loop
Experience the Corrals Loop, a 10-mile mountain biking adventure in Boise's Foothills. Featuring steep climbs, fast descents, and technical rock sections, this route is a local favorite. Starting at Miller Gulch, it offers a mix of challenge and fun, perfect for riders looking to test their skills.
Welcome to my blog series, where I break down the best mountain biking routes in the Boise Foothills. Aimed at riders who love a good challenge and a well-planned adventure, these posts share the ins and outs of my top local trails. With each route detailed on Strava, you'll have all the info you need to tackle these rides with confidence. Whether you're looking to push your limits or just enjoy a solid ride, these trails offer something for every mountain biking enthusiast. Let's explore Boise's best together—one trail at a time.
Get ready to tackle the popular Corrals Loop—a challenging but super fun adventure that's well worth the effort!
The Corrals Loop is a Boise foothills classic that offers a bit of everything—steep climbs, fun flowy downhills, and just enough technical challenge to keep things interesting. You've got a few parking options for this loop: we parked at Miller Gulch parking lot, but you can just as easily start at the end of Bob's Trail or the ridge pull-off on Bogus Basin Road just before Miller Gulch trailhead.
The loop is just under 10 miles with 1,600 feet of climbing, so it's a solid workout with plenty of rewards along the way. Just know, there's not much shade out here, so if you're riding midday, be sure to stay hydrated and be mindful of the summer heat. Trails covered in this loop include Corrals Trail, Corrals Connector, Bob's Trail, and Highlands Trail—each adding its own flavor to this well-loved route.
We kicked things off at Miller Gulch, where the climb starts right from the parking lot. Don't let that first climb fool you; it's steeper than it looks, so pace yourself as you work your way up to Corrals Trail. Once you connect, you'll find yourself on an old road with some fun frontage trails running parallel to it.
Enjoy a quick descent down to a gate near Crane Creek, where the real work begins: the climb up to the famous rock pile. Keep an eye out for cows and the trail damage they might have left behind as you grind your way uphill.
From the rock pile, the downhill fun begins with fast 2-mile stretch leading to Bob's Trail. This section is as speedy as you want it to be, with great visibility that lets you open up the speed a bit. But don't get too carried away, because Bob's Trail is just around the corner, and it's time to head downhill.
Rated a black diamond, Bob's Trail is all about line choice—everything's rollable, but there are some sneaky rock sections that can catch you off guard if you're bombing down too fast. And don't forget, this is a popular hiking trail, so watch out for blind corners and uphill traffic. (NOTE: in 2026, a downhill-only bike trail is coming to this area, so keep an eye out for that!)
After the excitement of Bob's, it's back to climbing—this time up Highlands Trail as you make your way back to the Corrals Connector. This 2-mile, 500-foot climb might test your legs after all that downhill on Bobs. But the descent back to the Miller Gulch parking lot is the perfect reward. And just like that, you've conquered one of Boise's local favorites!
Want to follow this route on Strava? Here is the link.
Ready to hit the trails? Check out my Strava page for all my favorite routes and recommendations, and don't forget to visit my website for the full details on each adventure. Strava is where I source the data, but my website is where you'll find everything you need to make the most of your ride. Give it a follow, explore the routes, and let’s ride!
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