Route Overview
Discover the vibrant art scene of Boise and Garden City on this engaging bike route showcasing some of the area's best murals, public art, dedicated bike routes, and other fun destinations. This route offers a fantastic way to experience the unique culture and creativity of both cities. Highlights include the scenic Boise River Greenbelt, Freak Alley, the protected Grove Street bike lanes, Neon Sign Museum, the Pink Tree Swing, Kaixo Corner, car-free 8th Street, the historic Basque Block, and much more! Take your time to admire the murals, explore the public art, and learn about the fascinating spaces and places that make Boise special.
Route Highlights
Numerous Public Murals
Cherie Buckner-Webb Park
Pink Tree Swing ("Gentle Breeze")
11th & Grove Streets Protected Bike Lanes
Signs of our Times Neon Sign Gallery
Inspiration Alley Murals
JUMP
Kaixo Corner
Artistic Traffic Boxes
Boise River Greenbelt
Garden City Arts District
Basque Block
Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
Freak Alley Murals
Parks and the Scenic Boise River
Route Photos
Route Details
Starts At
Cherie Buckner-Webb Park
Route Comfort
Comfortable for Most
Distance
7.8
Miles
Bikeway Type
Protected Bike Lanes, Pathways, Bike Lanes
Major Crossings
Signalized
Route Attractions
Route Map
City Cycling Guide uses Ride with GPS (a separate platform) to create and share our routes. Using the Ride with GPS route map will allow you to safely navigate this bike route from your phone! To unlock the turn-by-turn navigation features, first subscribe to City Cycling Guide and follow the steps provided in the email you receive. By subscribing to City Cycling Guide, you'll receive access to Ride with GPS features that are otherwise only available to paid users. Once you've completed the steps, you can send the route to your mobile device and get ready to roll! Make sure to turn your Ride with GPS notifications on in order to send routes to your device. If you're a first-time Ride with GPS user, check out our blog post with tips on how to get started. Make sure to adjust your settings to get the most out of the route experience.
Food & Drink
There are several options for food, drinks and beverages along the route. Check out a few of our favorites here. Make sure to explore the Ride with GPS map for locations of some of these local spots! Before you roll out, pick up a City Cycling Passport with great deals a numerous bicycle-friendly businesses along this and other routes!
Safety Tips Before you Roll
1. Bicycles are Vehicles
While there are a few exceptions, bicycles are legally considered vehicles and must obey all traffic laws, signals and signs, just like cars.
Nearby Bike Shops With Rentals
DISCLAIMER: The bike route information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a guarantee of safety or suitability for all riders. Conditions on roads and trails may change due to weather, construction, traffic, or other factors. Riders are responsible for using their own judgment and riding within their skill level. Always obey traffic laws, wear appropriate safety gear, and remain alert while riding. The provider of this information assumes no responsibility or liability for any injuries, damages, or losses that may occur as a result of using this information.