The Weekly Send: Lower Hulls Gulch

As the first day of spring marks the official start of longer days and perfect riding weather, the 2025 riding season officially kicks into gear! I’ve been thinking about the trails I want to ride and the best routes Boise has to offer. Instead of cramming everything into one post, I’m turning this into a weekly series I'm calling The Weekly Send.

Each week, I will highlight a route that I’ve ridden and share some details about the ride and tell you why I went the way I did. The hope is this may give you some ideas for new places to ride and encourage y’all to explore new areas to ride in and around Boise.

Whether you’re looking for a quick after-work escape or an all-day adventure, these are the trails I’m most excited to tackle this year. Boise offers a variety of trails, from scenic cross-country loops to fun flowly descents, and this series will highlight some rides I've tackled across the treasure valley.

My Favorite After-Work Ride: Lower Hulls Gulch Self-Shuttle

Lower Hulls Gulch is Boise’s only rotational directional trail. On even days of the week, hikers are allowed to use the trail, but on odd days, it is designated as a downhill-only trail for mountain bikers. This makes it a unique experience, offering an uninterrupted descent on the odd days without having to worry about uphill traffic. However, even though the trail is designated as downhill-only for bikers on odd days, hikers still tend to climb it, so always be mindful and keep your eyes down the trail for any uphill traffic.

This ride is my go-to after-work ride—it just doesn’t get old for me. It’s got the perfect mix of flow, speed, and some fun tech, all without requiring a lot of time commitment. If you’re going to self-shuttle, you’ll need a buddy to go with you, of course, but even if you climb this route, it’s still not bad.

For this route, I usually park the return vehicle at the exit of Red Cliffs trail and then drive up 8th Street OHV Parking lot (note this trail head is closed via gate in early spring, but you can park there and ride up). From there, it’s a quick descent down 8th street OHV trail #4 to the Lower Hulls upper gate. 

Some people prefer to climb it, but for me, shuttling this trail lets me focus on what makes it special—the descent. It’s just long enough to feel rewarding, but short enough that if you’ve got time, you can session it a few times. This trail is always a go-to for catching a sunset or squeezing in a ride after a long day.

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Mountain biking is always better when shared with friends, so I’d love to hear from you! What’s your favorite after-work ride? Do you have a go-to route that never gets old? Drop a comment and let’s swap some trail recommendations!

Also, I’ve been thinking—would anyone be interested in doing some group rides this year? Whether it’s a casual cruise or a full send (half-speed), let me know if you’d be down to hit some trails together!

Stay tuned for more trail highlights as The Weekly Send continues!

Forever Two Wheels!

-Myles