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Idaho

Interview: Bikepacker and Geologist Katy McGuire On the Western Wildlands

Katy shares her stories, learnings, and geological observations from 2700+ solo miles bikepacking the Western Wildlands Route and other scenic parts of Utah.

Bike next to tent in wide open basin in Wyoming

Wyoming & Idaho: Bikepacking The Great Divide #3 – Notes, Pics, & Tips

The Great Basin, Grand Tetons, and more on the Wyoming and Idaho sections of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route.

Bikepacker stops to rest while pushing her bike up very steep hill

GDMBR Alternate Routes List: Which Ones Should You Take?

Puzzled by all the alternate route options for the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route? Here’s how to choose.

The Legendary Great Divide Mountain Bike Route: Answers to All Your Questions

Dreaming of riding the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route? This in-depth GDMBR planning guide will help you take the plunge.

Smoke ‘n Fire 2021: Third Time’s the Charm

Why and how I keep coming back for more at my favorite bikepacking event, the Idaho Smoke ‘n Fire 400(ish).

View into steep Bruneau River Canyon

How to Visit Bruneau Canyon Overlook in Southern Idaho

All you need to know about how about visiting Bruneau Canyon Overlook, a surprising and dramatic destination in remote southern Idaho.

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Bikepacking Boise to Elko: Big Skies and Endless Gravel in Idaho and Nevada

If you love wide open spaces and gravel roads, this bikepacking / gravel touring route through southern Idaho and northern Nevada might be your kind of ride.

Pavement ends road sign

Cycling Boise to Klamath Falls: Quiet Highways + Oregon Outback Bikepacking Route

Here’s 614 miles of lightly trafficked, wide-open eastern and central Oregon bicycle route. The only catch: it’s half pavement and half dirt. This mixed terrain adventure has a bit of everything.

Harriman two-track trail in Idaho

Idaho Smoke ‘n’ Fire 2019 (and 2020) Bikepacking Adventure

A bikepacking first-timer takes on 417 miles of beautiful, rugged, cold Idaho backcountry, on a pavement touring bike.

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