Surround Yourself With Idaho’s Natural Beauty On The 2-Mile Mores Mountain Nature Trail
By Courtnie Erickson|Published May 14, 2022
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
One of the many benefits of living in Idaho is to enjoy the breathtaking beauty found in the Gem State every day. While there are many ways to surround yourself with the natural beauty of Idaho, one of the best is on a hike in the mountains. The Mores Mountain Loop is a 2-mile loop trail near Boise that is a bit challenging but absolutely beautiful. In fact, this is one of the most scenic hikes in Idaho and it certainly deserves your time and attention.
You will find the Mores Mountain Loop Trailhead off of Forest Road 374E in the Boise National Forest. You can find the trailhead near the Shafer Butte Campground and picnic area.
Mores Mountain is home to three different loop trails that each vary in distance: 1 mile, 1.3 miles, and 2.1 miles. The 2.1-mile loop trail is the hike we are focusing on today and is where you can truly immerse yourself in some of Mother Nature’s greatest creations.
However, the trail and the views on this hike are absolutely incredible. This scenic trail in Idaho takes you around Mores Mountain and you’ll enjoy some inspiring mountain views.
If you tackle this trail in the summer, you will come across meadows filled with wildflowers, and in the fall, you’ll capture gorgeous views of red, orange, and yellow fall foliage.
Be aware that between mid-November to mid-May, the road to reach this trailhead may be closed. You can visit the Forest Service website for updates and seasonal closure information.
This scenic hike in Idaho will be one adventure you will want to remember and even revisit over and over again.
Have you hiked the Mores Mountain Loop in Idaho? Did you do the full 2.1-mile hike? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments. If you took pictures on this scenic hike in Idaho, we’d love to see them!
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