The Enchanted Forest

In 2018, through the generosity of Xmas Hills, LLLC and in loving memory of Caroline Farnsworth, 9B Trails acquired more than 1100 acres of private land to develop hiking, biking, equestrian, snowshoeing and Nordic trails for the public to use and to enjoy. 

Located on the outskirts of Bonners Ferry, more than 25 miles for trail users of all levels of skill and ability are designed. The Enchanted Forest is a rare gem and promises to offer a mystical adventure through a magical forested retreat. 

Trail Activity:  Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing 

Horses on roads and "skid roads" only.

Trailhead 1: 322 Hoot Owl Road, Bonners Ferry 

Length: 8.4 Miles built to date (Fall 2022)

Difficulty: Intermediate  - P.S. be ready for a fairly steady climb on the trails from the Hoot Owl Parking area.   

Trail Facilities:  Gravel Parking Lot, Kiosk, Portable Toilet (seasonal),  Pack it in/Pack it out

Biking & Hiking Trail Descriptions:

• Cabin Trail: 2 Miles - Single-track, some natural obstacles, optional man-made obstacles & features, 0-8% average grade with switchbacks 
• Unchained Trail: 2.1 Miles – Single-track, minimal natural obstacles, 0-10% average grade with switchbacks 
• North Ridge Trail: 0.9 Mile – Single-track, some natural obstacles, optional man-made obstacles & features, undulating 0-6% average grade 
• Plantation Trail: 2 Miles – Single-track, some natural obstacles, 0-6% average grade (Northernmost loop - beautiful meadow views and easier on the lungs)
• Equinox Trail: 1.4 Mile (more slated) – This is the main upper trail along the eastern property boundary.  This is designed so that all other trails climb up to or drop off of Equinox back down to one of the parking areas.  Single-track, some natural obstacles , optional obstacles & features, 0-6% average grade