Use Your Outdoor Voice: Ridge to Rivers Partnership Seeks Community Feedback through Annual Fall Survey

The Ridge to Rivers partnership, led by the City of Boise, is once again seeking community feedback on the popular Boise Foothills trail system through its annual online survey. The Fall 2026 Ridge to Rivers Survey asks users to share about trail use, experiences and interactions in the foothills, maintenance priorities, trail conditions, information resources and e-mobility. The survey takes approximately five minutes to complete.

Click here to take the Fall 2026 Ridge to Rivers Survey.
 
“Feedback from the people who use the trails helps us better understand what is working well and where we should focus our resources,” said Ridge to Rivers Program Manager David Gordon. “Whether you hit the trail every day, visit occasionally or are newly discovering this recreational asset, we want to hear about your experience.”

This year’s survey asks respondents to share how and when they use the trail system, which trail areas they visit, and asks questions about wet-weather education, accessibility and the information people use to plan their outings.

The survey also includes questions about e-mobility, including e-bikes and other electric-powered devices. Ridge to Rivers is seeking feedback about public understanding of e-bike classifications and where e-bikes are allowed in the Boise Foothills. At the end of the Ridge to Rivers survey, respondents may also choose to complete a brief supplemental survey for the City of Boise E-Mobility Task Force about the use of e-bikes, e-motos, electric scooters and other personal electric devices throughout Boise.

The survey closes at 5 p.m. on Monday, October 19. Responses will be reviewed by Ridge to Rivers trail managers and Boise Parks and Recreation staff, and a summary of the findings will be shared publicly online after the survey period ends.

This is the sixth consecutive year the partnership has conducted its fall survey. Feedback collected through previous surveys has helped inform trail management strategies, education and outreach efforts, maintenance priorities and tools for trail users.

“The Boise Foothills and Ridge to Rivers Trail System connect people of all ages and abilities with the outdoors,” said Boise Parks and Recreation Director Sara Arkle. “Community feedback helps us care for these treasured landscapes, make thoughtful investments and ensure the trail system continues to serve Boise residents and visitors for generations to come.”

MUDDY TRAILS REMINDER
Fall means the start of muddy trail season in the Boise Foothills. Please remember to stay off wet and muddy trails to prevent long-term damage and erosion. Riding, running or hiking on wet, clay-heavy soils throughout the foothills trail system causes deep ruts and erosion that can take months to repair. If you encounter a muddy section, please turn around and choose an all-weather trail or paved path like the Boise River Greenbelt instead. The Ridge to Rivers interactive map is updated with trail condition reports specific to individual trails throughout the year. Updates and important reminders are also posted on the Ridge to Rivers Facebook page throughout the season.

ABOUT RIDGE TO RIVERS
The Ridge to Rivers partnership includes lead agency the City of Boise, Ada County, the Bureau of Land Management Four Rivers Field Office, the Boise National Forest and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Together, these partner agencies manage more than 220 miles of trails that provide connectivity across the Boise Foothills.

To learn more about Ridge to Rivers and take the Happy Trails Pledge – a commitment to ensure that everyone has a positive experience while recreating in the Boise Foothills – please visit Ridge to Rivers online.