Adventures
Fall Colors Stack Rock Trail
Stack Rock Trail is located off Bogus Basin Rd near the Bogus Basin Ski Resort. We love this trail because we have seen it all and can hike as much or as little as we like. We wanted to take Asa on another adventure, but we wanted to test her limits a little more. This hike was perfect since we could theoretically go almost 10 miles round trip if Asa could manage it. Spoiler: we didn't make it that far. In all, we hiked 3 miles and carried Asa for about a quarter mile in the middle, shortly after starting our way back to the car.
Meet Asa! She is a 2-year-old Shiba-Inu who we adopted from the Humane Society less than a week ago. She has been doing great and has stolen our hearts. We hope to take her on more adventures, but we are learning what she can do, and this hike is a significant step.
Jump Creek Falls Trail
Jump Creek Falls is a short, less-than-a-mile hike along primarily easy terrain. We visit this location about once a year, mainly so we have an excuse to visit The Orchard House for burgers afterward. However, this time, we have a new adventure buddy joining us.
Meet Asa! She is a 2-year-old Shiba-Inu who we adopted from the Humane Society less than a week ago. She has been doing great and has stolen our hearts. We hope to take her on more adventures, but we are learning what she can do, and this little hike is a significant beginning step.
Asa started out a little timid, and the groups of people and other dogs concerned her. By the time we started making our way out, she had a skip in her step. We are so proud of her and are already planning our next adventure.
Bridalveil Falls Trail
Bridalveil Falls Trail is in the Sawtooth Wilderness in central Idaho. Nearing 9 miles, this there-and-back trail has gorgeous views of a creek, woods, hills, and the inspirational Sawtooth Mountains. After a difficult scramble up a steep incline, hikers are rewarded with a beautiful, small waterfall. The trail is mostly flat except for the scramble to the waterfall. Two water crossings may not be crossable in the early summer during peak melt. Another waterfall, Lady Face Falls, can be seen along the way with a slight detour.
Fishhook Creek Trail
Fishhook Creek Trail is in the Sawtooth Wilderness in central Idaho. At a little more than 5 miles, this there-and-back trail has gorgeous views of a creek, woods, hills, and the inspirational Sawtooth Mountains. It is popular in the summer, making it challenging to find a parking spot. Plan your trip well and try to go early in the morning or weekday. The hike is worth the trouble, especially if you can go when the clouds are rolling in.
The Complete Stack Rock Hike
We hiked the complete Stack Rock Trail. It was quite spectacular, but my knees were definitely feeling it by the end. It is just around 11 miles to complete the entire hike depending on how much adventuring you do once you reach Stack Rock. Going in the fall adds a nice touch of color to this hike and the cooler temperatures are a real blessing. There is a lot of sun exposure during the first half of this hike, and you will really feel it the second half if you go in the heat of the summer.