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Horseshoe Bend, ID
Idaho · Ada County · Boise City Metro
Horseshoe Bend is a small town in Idaho with a population of 756. Residents earn $54,236 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
756
Population
700/sq mi density
$54,236
Median Income
$32,666 per capita
$205,300
Home Value
$501,550 Zillow
$883
Median Rent
21.7% income on rent
50°F
Avg Temperature
302 sunny days/yr
662
Violent Crime/100K
3,795 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,236 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$205,300 home value, $883/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
662 violent crimes/100K (74% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$54,236
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$205,300
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
662/100K
74% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Horseshoe Bend Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population756
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.6%
Economy
B+Median Income$54,236
Per Capita$32,666
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$45,455M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+Home Value$205,300
Rent$883
Ownership64.4%
Zillow$501,550
Housing Units394
Rent Burden21.7%
Crime
FViolent662/100K
Property3,795/100K
Health
Obesity32.3%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking13.1%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI33 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,675 ft (815 m)
Education
CBachelor's+18.6%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score6.09
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute37 min
Broadband78.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries20
Is Horseshoe Bend a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Horseshoe Bend receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, long commute times. Horseshoe Bend has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Horseshoe Bend is $54,236, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Horseshoe Bend is $205,300, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
With 662 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,795 per 100,000, 94% above the national average.
Education
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Horseshoe Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches, including 57.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Horseshoe Bend has a population of 756 with a density of 700 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.8% of residents, while 10.2% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
756
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Horseshoe Bend is $54,236, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,666 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,357. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 26,886 business establishments, including 1,244 restaurants. The cost of living index is 95.5, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Horseshoe Bend vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,236 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,666 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,357 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,682 |
| Gini Index | 0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 26,886 |
| County GDP | $45,455M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,244 |
| Healthcare | 1,971 |
| Retail | 1,642 |
| Manufacturing | 477 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,790 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 95.50 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 62.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.0% |
Walkability
The median home value in Horseshoe Bend is $205,300, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $501,550, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $950 for a one-bedroom to $1,173 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 394 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $4,790 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $205,300 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $501,550 |
| Median List Price | $387,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $387,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $212 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 18.8% |
| Inventory | 32 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $883 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 21.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.6% |
| Housing Units | 394 |
| Median Year Built | 1979 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,790 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.33% |
In Horseshoe Bend, 32.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 28.9% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 17.1% report binge drinking. 21.3% are physically inactive. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,128. The dentist ratio is 1:1,221. 91.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.3% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 13.1% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Short Sleep | 34.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.0% |
| Uninsured | 9.4% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,128 |
| Dentists | 1:1,221 |
| Mental Health | 1:242 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.6% |
| Dental Visits | 61.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,738/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,971 |
Horseshoe Bend has a violent crime rate of 662 per 100,000 residents, 74% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,795 per 100,000, 94% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Horseshoe Bend receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 661.8/100K |
| 74% above US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,794.6/100K |
| 94% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Traffic Accidents | 29 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Horseshoe Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 57.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33. The city sits at an elevation of 2,675 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,675 ft (815 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9161°N, 116.1992°W |
| Timezone | America/Boise |
| County | Ada County County |
| Nearest Airport | Boise Air Trml/Gowen Field (BOI) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0490 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 15.0 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.29 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.19 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 5.8 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 87.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 92.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jordan Craters (133 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jordan Craters | Volcanic field | 1,473 m (4,833 ft) | -1250 | 133 km |
| Black Butte Crater Lava Field | Shield | 1,478 m (4,849 ft) | -8400 | 170 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
Horseshoe Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 28°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (0.5").
Horseshoe Bend is located in Ada County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 18.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.8% of the vote, a 10.3-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 20 public libraries serving the community. 1,971 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 62.7% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 10.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Traffic Accidents | 29 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.6% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.09 |
C
Education Grade (2.5/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| County | Ada County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 78.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 137.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 29.5 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 20 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,971 |
| Restaurants | 1,244 |
| Retail Stores | 1,642 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 36.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 62.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.0% |
Average costs for common services in Horseshoe Bend. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $239 ($143–$382) |
| Specialist Visit | $334 ($191–$525) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $191 ($96–$334) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,101 ($764–$4,775) |
| Dental Cleaning | $124 ($72–$191) |
| Dental Filling | $239 ($143–$382) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $43 ($24–$72) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $72 ($48–$115) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $287 ($143–$478) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19–$72) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $573 ($382–$955) |
| Battery Replacement | $191 ($96–$334) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $96 ($57–$143) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $86 ($48–$134) |
| HVAC Repair | $382 ($143–$764) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,685 ($3,820–$11,460) |
| Roof Repair | $955 ($382–$1,910) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,595 ($5,253–$14,325) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,433 ($478–$3,343) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,325 ($4,775–$28,650) |
| DUI Defense | $4,775 ($1,910–$9,550) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,433 ($764–$2,865) |
| Will Preparation | $478 ($191–$955) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,388 ($955–$4,775) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14–$43) |
| Women's Haircut | $53 ($29–$96) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $143 ($72–$239) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14–$43) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24–$62) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $76 ($48–$124) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.92 ($2.87–$5.25) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.34 ($2.39–$4.78) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.63 ($2.39–$5.25) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.30 ($2.87–$6.21) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.25 ($3.82–$7.16) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.96 ($0.57–$1.72) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $134 ($76–$239) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $67 ($29–$143) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $67 ($38–$115) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $67 ($38–$96) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $62 ($29–$96) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $81 ($48–$143) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $191 ($72–$478) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,910 ($1,146–$3,343) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $67 ($29–$124) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.64–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $96 ($29–$239) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29 ($14–$72) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,146 ($573–$2,388) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $955 ($478–$1,910) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $382 ($191–$669) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $48 ($24–$96) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $955 ($382–$2,388) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,938 ($4,775–$28,650) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $57 ($29–$96) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $96 ($48–$191) |
| Dog Grooming | $57 ($29–$96) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19–$72) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $287 ($143–$478) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $191 ($96–$382) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $901 |
| Toddler | $898 |
| Preschool | $825 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $628 |
| Toddler | $599 |
| Preschool | $555 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Ada County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 43,525 | 3,628 | $65,562 | 1.05 |
| Retail Trade | 29,226 | 1,962 | $44,643 | 1.02 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 25,414 | 1,436 | $25,615 | 0.97 |
| Construction | 21,962 | 2,954 | $75,523 | 1.45 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 21,072 | 4,539 | $98,519 | 1.05 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 20,695 | 1,766 | $55,442 | 1.22 |
| Manufacturing | 18,336 | 876 | $128,247 | 0.77 |
| Wholesale Trade | 14,473 | 1,474 | $105,973 | 1.28 |
| Finance & Insurance | 12,805 | 1,692 | $104,636 | 1.10 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 8,945 | 570 | $56,978 | 0.73 |
| Other Services | 8,340 | 1,916 | $46,262 | 0.96 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 6,266 | 406 | $29,812 | 1.29 |
| Management of Companies | 5,278 | 224 | $162,611 | 1.09 |
| Real Estate | 4,472 | 1,489 | $66,414 | 1.00 |
| Educational Services | 3,641 | 461 | $48,534 | 0.61 |
| Information & Technology | 3,228 | 811 | $119,257 | 0.60 |
| Utilities | 1,272 | 71 | $74,042 | 1.16 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 662 | 138 | $58,476 | 0.28 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 290 | 33 | $98,832 | 0.27 |
| Unclassified | 41 | 67 | $78,653 | 0.10 |
Schools in Horseshoe Bend
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HORSESHOE BEND MIDDLE/SR HIGH | High | 118 | 11 | 10.7:1 |
| HORSESHOE BEND ELEMENTARY | Elementary | 107 | 6 | 17.8:1 |
| SWEET MONTOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 44 | 3 | 14.7:1 |
Radio Stations near Horseshoe Bend
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSPR Music (Jazz) | boise, jazz | AAC 256 kbps | |
| Salt & Light Radio | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| BSPR Music (Classical, KBSU) | boise, classical | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 670 KBOI | news, talk | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Horseshoe Bend
18 campgrounds found near Horseshoe Bend.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RATTLESNAKE | 5.0/5 | 1 | $150 |
| Antelope (Boise National Forest, ID) | 4.5/5 | 14 | $20–$100 |
| EASTSIDE | 4.5/5 | 1 | $130 |
| GRAYBACK | 4.5/5 | 14 | $20–$100 |
| SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 57 | $15–$150 |
| THIRD FORK CABIN | 4.5/5 | 1 | $80 |
| DEADWOOD LOOKOUT REC CABIN | 4.3/5 | 1 | $80 |
| Macks Creek Campground | 4.3/5 | 14 | $20–$40 |
| BOILING SPRINGS CABIN | 4.2/5 | 1 | $80 |
| TEN MILE CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 15 | $20 |
| ROBIE CREEK PARK GROUP SHELTER | 4.0/5 | 1 | $40 |
| PEACE VALLEY CAMPGROUND | 3.6/5 | 1 | $120 |
| SHAFER BUTTE | 3.5/5 | 9 | $10–$75 |
| SWINGING BRIDGE | 3.4/5 | 7 | $18 |
| HOT SPRINGS | 3.0/5 | 3 | Free |
| SAGEHEN CREEK | 2.9/5 | 9 | $20 |
| Cold Springs Campground - Boise NF (ID) | 2.5/5 | 1 | $120 |
| Grayback Campground and Group sites - reserve | — | — | Free |
National Parks Near Horseshoe Bend
5 national parks and monuments found near Horseshoe Bend.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Cascade State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lucky Peak State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lucky Peak State Park | State Park | Free |
| Three Island Crossing State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Horseshoe Bend
376+ trails found near Horseshoe Bend.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THORNE BUTTE LOOP | 26.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SUMMIT FLAT | 18.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BEAR RUN/PILOT PEAK | 16.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TABLE MOUNTAIN | 12.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST FORK WET FOOT | 11.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EAST MOUNTAIN WAY | 9.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #500 | 7.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SIXMILE HIGHLANDS | 7.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GOING DOWN THORN | 7.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #317 | 6.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COTTONWOOD | 6.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| UPPER PINE CREEK | 6.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LIGHTNING RIDGE | 5.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GARDINER PEAK | 5.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOODOO | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FRENCH BEE | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BITTER CREEK-SILVER CREEK | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 596003 | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| AIRLINE | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ANDERSON CREEK | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #300 | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MIDDLE FORK PAYETTE RIVER | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WEST MOUNTAIN | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ABOVE M F PAYETTE | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LEFT FORK DANSKIN | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #317 | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN RESERVOIR | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| EASTSIDE | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CALIFORNIA GULCH | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #410 | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 660003 | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #412 | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PEACE CREEK | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #310 | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST FORK TOO | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #317 | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| AIRLINE | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN A | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #316 | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SIX MILE | 3.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| GRIMES CREEK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LONG TRAIL | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GRANITE HIGH COUNTRY | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN CREEK | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SILVER CREEK SUMMIT | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #560 | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LIGHTNING RIDGE | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER PINE CREEK | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #400 | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| AROUND THE MOUNTAIN | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SINKER CREEK | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| COULTER SUMMIT | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| PEACE CREEK | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| AROUND THE MOUNTAIN | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SAGEHEN J | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| STACK ROCK | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SCOTT MOUNTAIN | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ANDERSKIN | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ALLEY | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ANTELOPE | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #322 | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #300 | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEVIL'S SLIDE | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #424 | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ONION VALLEY | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CLAY CREEK RIDGE | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEAR WALLOW | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BOISE PEAK | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PINE CREEK LOOP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER SIXMILE | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MAHALO | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| KYAOTT | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #550 | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 660003 | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| COULTER SUMMIT | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MAIN SCRIVER LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #325 | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RATTLESNAKE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BACON CREEK | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PINE CREEK LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEVIL'S SLIDE | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #321 | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #400 | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SIXMILE NORTH RIDGE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| KYAOTT | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GRANITE BASIN | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #321 | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #531 | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SKUNK CREEK - WET FOOT | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JACK RABBIT | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #500 | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NORDIC HIGHWAY | 2.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #310 | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN H | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MORES MOUNTAIN INTERPRETIVE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LIGHTNING RIDGE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST FORK BANNOCK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEER POINT | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| TOWN CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ONE-SPOON | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST MOUNTAIN | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| 695003 | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CHARCOAL GULCH | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WET FOOT | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEAR WALLOW | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| KYAOTT | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 5-MILE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| EGGERS | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARM SPRINGS GULCH | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| B-HIGH | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LIGHTNING BASIN | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| KYAOTT | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #530 | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EASTSIDE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #501 | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LIGHTNING RIDGE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GRIMES ELK DIVIDE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LONG TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MORES CREEK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #311 | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #301 | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 8TH ST MOTORCYCLE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BUENA VISTA | 1.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BUENA VISTA | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| WARM SPRINGS GULCH | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ONION VALLEY | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| UPPER WEST FORK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 578003 | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MORES MOUNTAIN MTN BIKE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| ELK MEADOWS | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MAIN SCRIVER LOOP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST FORK WET FOOT | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RABBIT SWITCHBACKS | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LIGHTNING RIDGE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 687003 | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 694003 | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 664003 | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JOE'S CREEK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #510 | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #316 | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN E | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER PINE CREEK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #312 | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LOWER LOOP | 1.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UPPER SWEDE CREEK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #401 | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN I | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN C | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LAGER BEER | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RENWYCK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #402 | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #319 | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SHAFER BUTTE EXTENSION | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| RATTLESNAKE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| THOMAS GULCH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN K | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| UPPER MORES CREEK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCOTT MOUNTAIN | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WET GULCH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STATION CREEK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #423 | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RABBIT HEADWATERS | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #410 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RENWYCK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #321 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| KYAOTT | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #500 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #412 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #520 | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| STATION CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #542 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MOUNTAIN TOP | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RENWYCK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BEAR WALLOW | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN D | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #520 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN F | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| AMERICAN GIRL | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CORRAL CREEK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #500 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RABBIT STEW | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COTTONWOOD | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #561 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SAGEHEN C | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| THE FACE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #320 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCOTT MOUNTAIN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MR. BIG | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #512 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #411 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SOUTH OF TOWN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WASHINGTON RIDGE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DEVIL'S SLIDE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #512 | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| STACK ROCK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN CREEK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEAR WALLOW | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MIDDLE FORK PAYETTE RIVER | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ONE-SPOON | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #532 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RABBIT HOO | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #521 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FRANER CANAL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 682003 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #301 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 692003 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #420 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PINE CREEK EXTENSION | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 686003 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #521 | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BREWERS BYWAY | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SCOTT MOUNTAIN | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COTTONWOOD | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #400 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #403 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| RABBIT STEW | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #414 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LOWER LOOP NORDIC | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| FRANER CANAL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GARDINER PEAK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HULLS GULCH INTERPRETIVE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PAT'S | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MR. BIG | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #510 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MIDDLE FORK PAYETTE RIVER | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #323 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GARDINER PEAK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #528 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #501 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CABIN TRAVERSE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CHARCOAL GULCH | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| WEST MOUNTAIN | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #300 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| AIRLINE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ANTELOPE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| 677003 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 594003 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MORES MOUNTAIN EXTENSION | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BITTER CREEK-SILVER CREEK | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ANDERSON CREEK | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #425 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PACKING | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #400 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #503 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #317 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SIDEWINDER | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #540 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| AIRLINE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #510 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 674003 | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCOTT MOUNTAIN | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BLUE LAKE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RENWYCK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WEST MOUNTAIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| K-CONNECTOR | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WET FOOT | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NELLIES BASIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 672003 | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SHINDIG | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #409 | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 663003 | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ONION VALLEY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HARD GUY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BOISE PEAK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GRIMES ELK DIVIDE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LONG TRAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| JOE'S CREEK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| REDTAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #330 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN F TOO | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LONG TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #520 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HARD GUY | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #330 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #533 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EASTSIDE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| HOODOO RABBIT | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| REDTAIL | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #421 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN NATURE TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MIDDLE FORK PAYETTE RIVER | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #322 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TRIPOD LOOKOUT | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PAT'S | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| A-CONNECTOR | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #420 | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ONION VALLEY | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| VIEWPOINT | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAPPER'S RETURN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SAPPER'S RETURN | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #510 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HULLS RIDGE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GOING DOWN THORN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| GRANITE CK INTERPRETIVE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SAGEHEN G | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SAGEHEN ANNEX | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST MOUNTAIN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| 596003 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #320 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EASTSIDE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #501 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 667003 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #315 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #502 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LODGE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LYKOW FLAT | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 672003 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #302 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #512 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #530 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #424 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| J-CONNECTER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ORCHARD GULCH | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BOISE PEAK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MINERAL HILL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| MOTORCYCLE HUMDINGER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 678003 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 673003 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #502 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PINE CREEK EXTENSION | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 674003 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #502 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #512 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #521 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NORDIC CONNECTOR | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #502 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #314 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #532 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 668003 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #527 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #412 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SKUNK CREEK - WET FOOT | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NORDIC CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BEAR WALLOW SIX SHORTCUT | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LIGHTNING CREEK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #502 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 587003 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| L-CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #315 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JOE'S CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SECTION 29 SPUR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WET FOOT OVERLOOK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 677003 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #501 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #503 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARM SPRINGS GULCH | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| WEST MOUNTAIN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SUNSHINE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BLUE LAKE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JOE'S CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #503 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| TEMPEST | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| PAT'S | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #502 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LOWER LOOP CUT-OFF | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MORES MOUNTAIN INTERPRETIVE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANSKIN #316 | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #316 | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LYKOW SOUTH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HAGA CREEK (NEAR BALD MTN) | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| DANSKIN #510 | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| LOWER LOOP | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST FORK WET FOOT | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| REDTAIL | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANSKIN #531 | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #510 | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MORES MOUNTAIN INTERPRETIVE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| REDTAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| DANSKIN #510 | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| D B CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
Historical Trends — Horseshoe Bend
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 686 | $29,519 |
| 2015 | 707 | $31,688 |
| 2017 | 739 | $35,667 |
| 2019 | 799 | $43,500 |
| 2021 | 818 | $46,765 |
| 2023 | 840 | $54,236 |
Museums in Horseshoe Bend
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRY CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 2082294006 | ||
| EAGLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2089392669 | ||
| SCENIC PAYETTE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 342 | ||
| TROPICAL-MARINE CONSERVATION INSTITUTE | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION |
Libraries in Horseshoe Bend
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAGLE PUBLIC | 100 N STIERMAN WY | 0.0 | 180,900 | |||
| GARDEN VALLEY DISTRICT | 85 OLD CROUCH RD | 0.0 | 21,456 | |||
| HORSESHOE BEND DISTRICT | 392 HWY 55 | 0.0 | 6,980 |
Farmers Markets in Horseshoe Bend
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crouch Farmers Market | The Merc Parking Lot | June to October | Sat:9:00 am - 12:00 pm; |
Restaurants in Horseshoe Bend
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Corner Cafe Bar & Grill
Kit's Riverside Restaurant
Longbranch Restaurant & Saloon
Sonora Mexican Restaurant
Triangle Restaurant
Gas Stations in Horseshoe Bend
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Valley View Chevron
Cell Towers in Horseshoe Bend
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 52 FUTURA LANE (97835) | LTOWER | 61 |
| 52 FUTURA LANE (97835) | LTOWER | 61 |
| 11150 N. Seaman's Gulch Rd. (85673) | MTOWER | 24 |
| 11150 N. Seaman's Gulch Rd. (85673) | MTOWER | 24 |
Fire Stations in Horseshoe Bend
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Bend Fire Department | Highway 55 & Ada ST | Volunteer | 000-0000 |
Power Plants Near Horseshoe Bend
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HORSESHOE BEND HYDROELECTRIC COMPANY | CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC | 221111 | -116.2 | OP |
Bridges in Horseshoe Bend
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 2021 | 372 | 8,400 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1994 | 100 | 8,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1971 | 198 | 7,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 376 | 7,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1956 | 120 | 2,100 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1920 | 292 | 590 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1982 | 88 | 450 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1928 | 62 | 450 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 309 | 300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 22 | 290 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 55 | 280 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 92 | 130 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 101 | 60 | G | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1914 | 37 | 20 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1997 | 27 | 20 | F |
Airports Near Horseshoe Bend
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | BOI | Large Airport |
| Ashley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bens Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Bear Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black'S Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bobcat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caldwell Executive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cascade Airport | ICS | Small Airport |
| Cascade Reservoir Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Coyote Ridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Deadwood Dam Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Depot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Emmett Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Thunderbolt Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foster Field - Dzone Skydiving Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garden Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greenleaf Air Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harrington Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hennis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hidden Lakes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| High Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Homedale Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoskins Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hubler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Idaho City US Forest Service Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Creek Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kane Springs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Landmark US Forest Service Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lanham Field | — | Small Airport |
| Larkin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lee Williams Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lemons Field | — | Small Airport |
| Little Weiser Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murphy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nampa Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| P and R Field | — | Small Airport |
| Parma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patterson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Payette Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Peaceful Cove Airport | — | Small Airport |
| R7 Aero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Red Baron Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Reek Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sands Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Ranch North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Ranch South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Smith Prairie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Summit Ridge Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sunrise Skypark Airport | — | Small Airport |
Grocery Stores in Horseshoe Bend
2 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| RAY'S CORNER MARKET LLC | Grocery Store | 445 Highway 55 |
| Valley View Chevron | Convenience Store | 459 Highway 55 |
Post Offices in Horseshoe Bend
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Postal Service | 7555 Sweet Ola Highway |
Treatment Centers in Horseshoe Bend
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Project Patch Youth Program | Mental Health | 360-406-4789 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Horseshoe Bend
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BEND SOUTHERN BAPTIST | PO BOX 397 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL SWEET INC | PO BOX 63 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH | PO BOX 236 |
| ROOTED BIBLE CHURCH | 43 FAULL RANCH DR |
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Mines
4
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Horseshoe Bend
What is the population of Horseshoe Bend?
Horseshoe Bend has a population of 756 residents and is located in Idaho. The population density is 700 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.
Is Horseshoe Bend expensive to live in?
Horseshoe Bend has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 95.5 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $54,236, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,300 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Horseshoe Bend safe?
Public safety is a concern in Horseshoe Bend, with a violent crime rate of 662 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,795 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Horseshoe Bend receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Horseshoe Bend?
Horseshoe Bend has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches, with 57.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 33.
How is the job market in Horseshoe Bend?
The job market in Horseshoe Bend is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,357. There are 26,886 business establishments in the area, including 1,244 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 11.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Horseshoe Bend?
The median home value in Horseshoe Bend is $205,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $501,550. For renters, the median monthly rent is $883. Fair market rent is $950 for a 1-bedroom and $1,173 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,790.
How are the schools in Horseshoe Bend?
Schools in Horseshoe Bend score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.6% of adults in Horseshoe Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Horseshoe Bend?
The obesity rate in Horseshoe Bend is 32.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 21.3% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 9.4% lack health insurance. 91.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,128.
What is transportation like in Horseshoe Bend?
The average commute in Horseshoe Bend is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 62.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Horseshoe Bend?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Horseshoe Bend is 86.5% White, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 89.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.2% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.
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