Mineral Ridge National Recreation Trail is a 2.5 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is best used from April until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Easy hike with one great viewpoint looking west over the lake. Lots of benches along the way and some educational milestones as well to keep things interesting. It is a one way trail moving counterclockwise so the good viewpoint is almost the last thing you come to before heading down. Mostly shaded so it would probably be a good summer hike as well.
There are bathrooms available at the trailhead.
Sat Jul 11 2020This was a great hike. Slow incline with lots of switchbacks. The views aren’t the greatest being you are overlooking the freeway at Wolf Lodge, but it is worth it. If you can do it, there is another trail in the back that takes you up the hill further. On the way down, there were some loose rocks that my wife slipped on, but it was still worth it. Parking is very limited, so you need to get there early or just park up the road as we did.
Thu Jul 09 2020it is a very well worn trail. beautiful views at top of the loop after walking on the ridge past the cabin.
Thu Jul 09 2020Make sure to go east at the ridge to lost man trail
Wed Jul 08 2020Well maintained trail. Very easy to navigate and has a rewarding view on the way down.
Wed Jul 08 2020It’s a fun and fairly easy hike. Trail is usually heavily trafficked, but if you just want a short hike with pretty views, this is your hike! :)
Mon Jul 06 2020Hiked 7/3/20 in the late afternoon. It is a beautiful hike in the forest so there is a lot of shade. I extended this hike to include Wilson Trail. There are certain spots on this trail with beautiful views. This is a loop trail which I prefer over out and back.
Sun Jul 05 2020The trail is well maintained. It is a steady climb for the first 1.2 miles. A short part of the hike is on level ground, than switchbacks for a mile coming down. There are alot of benches you can stop and rest on. I am 55, not in best of shape. I made it, but won't do it again. I don't mind a climb if there is alot of flat hiking also.
Sun Jul 05 2020Gorgeous view at the top. Good for most levels. Does have escalation, which is why you have such a beautiful view at the top from all sides. Trail can get pretty busy and is narrow on the way up.
Fri Jul 03 2020Get there early, or you’ll have to park on the street. We sat up the hammock at the top and had lunch. Beautiful views, I always love coming to this trail.
Wed Jul 01 20206/30/20 - nice trail and great overlook with lake and mountain view. You’ll get to the top and feel like you’re traveling on a fairly flat, slightly downward sloping trail. Before the trail is fully down. You’ll see the overlook. The only knock on the trail is with it’s easy access, the traffic sounds were noticeable and interferes with an otherwise peaceful hike.
Tue Jun 30 2020Beautiful! Lots of shade from the trees so you don't have to slather on sunblock. Great family hike. Limited parking so try to arrive by 9am on a weekend.
Sun Jun 28 2020Easy, good for kids
Sat Jun 27 2020Nice trail. Pretty good workout for 45-60 minutes as you go uphill. View is okay. Recommend timing your hike so you can view the sunset.
Thu Jun 25 2020Well engineered trail. The area was very disappointing. Many of the views of the lake included the freeway. The noise level on the trail was not good. Most of the three miles you heard traffic and dogs barking. At one section we could hear kids on a raft in the lake screaming. Surely not a quiet serene hike!
Tue Jun 23 2020Perfect! Beautyful views, great trail and sweet smell of pine whispers through the trees
Mon Jun 22 2020I went to this trail alone, and felt very safe! There were great views the entire hike, and when you make it to the very top you’ll see what all the hype is about! It’s definitely a new favorite.
Sun Jun 21 2020Perfect hike for anyone of any age or skill level.
Sat Jun 20 2020Great for a morning hike. When you get to the top hang a right and go to the top of the next ridge… Pretty steep, straight trail but a great workout!
Sat Jun 20 2020Very beautiful and easy hike. Also a very busy location. I was lucky someone was leaving just as I arrived. The parking lot stayed full all day, people were parking up the road and walking in. Most people tend to go the same direction around the loop so it wasn't too bad but the trail is narrow in a lot of places and doesn't offer a lot of room to pass if you're faster or slower than others. If you're worried about social distancing, I'd avoid this trail, on the weekends at least. I'm not sure how busy it is during the week.
Fri Jun 19 2020Very beautiful trail all the way up and down! A lot of great views and a gorgeous view of the sunset as well.
Tue Jun 16 2020Wonderful trail. Love that it is one way traffic. Saw deer what looked like a marmot. Great hike on a rainy day. Great view of the lake. Good aerobic workout right of the cabin. Follow Wilson Trail option and stay to the right. Please stay on the trail - lots is switchback cuts on the way down.
Mon Jun 15 2020A nice hike. Some elevation and switchbacks but the length makes it not too challenging. Enjoyed the views, even on a cloudy and somewhat rainy day. Lots of benches along the way. Not too crowded on a Sunday early afternoon.
Sun Jun 14 2020Oops!!! Forgot to stop the recording!!! Great hike with great views. Highly recommend it.
Sun Jun 14 2020Good light hike with some nice views
Fri Jun 05 2020A bit of an incline for the first bit heading up but the views once you get to the top and heading down are AMAZING!!!
Thu Jun 04 2020Fun family trail. Lots of benches. Perfect picnic spot at the top cabin. Fun day
Wed Jun 03 2020Lots of people over the weekend but it is a beautiful hike. Parking lot was packed when we got there in the afternoon so I would suggest going in the morning
Sun May 31 2020Beautiful loop. Views from the ridge are gorgeous. Pretty easy hike. A bit longer than the app states. I think it was 3.5 in total.
Thu May 28 2020A fairly steep trail to the top, but once you get there... WOW what amazing views! There are plenty of benches along the route for the Wayfairer in need of a break. I recommend taking the small trail off the side to head back down once you reach the top. It’s very secluded with the best views of the hike.
Sun May 24 2020Nice hike with beautiful views. I would rate it moderate. Lots of places to rest.
