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Shafer Butte Loop via Brewer's Byway and Lodge Cat Track route map
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Idaho

Shafer Butte Loop via Brewer's Byway and Lodge Cat Track

Boise, Idaho

5.2 mi

Distance

1,342 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 14m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Shafer Butte Loop via Brewer's Byway and Lodge Cat Track is a 5.2-mile loop trail located near Boise, offering a rewarding trek through diverse terrain. With an elevation gain of 1,342 feet, hikers can expect moderate climbs throughout the journey. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 2,301 meters, providing scenic views of the surrounding landscape. The loop features a dirt surface, making it a suitable choice for hikers seeking a natural and rustic experience.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,059 ft
Max:2,301 ft
409 ft
409 ft
2,059 ft2,140 ft2,220 ft2,301 ft0.0 mi1.3 mi2.6 mi3.9 mi5.2 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

scenic viewsforest setting

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Idaho hunting page

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