About City of Shelley Nature Path
City of Shelley Nature Path is a easy hiking trail near Shelley in Bingham County, Idaho.. The surface is asphalt. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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City of Shelley Nature Path
Shelley, Idaho · Bingham County
City of Shelley Nature Path is a easy hiking trail near Shelley in Bingham County, Idaho.. The surface is asphalt. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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43.37439, -112.13797
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Weather at City of Shelley Nature Path
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Overcast
87°/55°
🌬 22mph
↑ 5:47 AM ↓ 9:11 PM
Wed
Clear
84°/54°
🌬 17mph
↑ 5:47 AM ↓ 9:11 PM
Thu
Overcast
84°/48°
🌬 9mph
↑ 5:47 AM ↓ 9:11 PM
Fri
Overcast
88°/51°
🌬 17mph
↑ 5:47 AM ↓ 9:12 PM
Sat
Thunderstorm
74°/51°
💧 12%🌬 17mph
↑ 5:48 AM ↓ 9:12 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 8)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Idaho
Trail conditions in Idaho change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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