Last Modified: December 23, 2025

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Highlands Neighborhood Guide

Subarus, Singletrack, and Crane Creek.

🧭Highlands is perfect for: Powder mornings, patio evenings, repeat.

📌Bordered by: South by Hill Road and Crane Creek, east by Hulls Gulch and the 8th Street corridor, north by the Boise Foothills ridgeline toward Bogus Basin, west by Cartwright Road and Hillside to Hollow Reserve.

👕Best known for: Crane Creek Country Club and Highlands Hollow pints.

👍The people that live here are generally: Patio fleece year round, Strava crowns, and Subaru hatchback stickers.

👎Locals live here because: Sunset ridge views, five songs to downtown.

Don't say we didn't warn you about: Icy mornings on Bogus Basin, deer munching your yard.

The general vibe is: Foothills glam with trail grit.

Pros & Cons of Highlands

Highlands strengths (top 5)

Outdoor RecreationGood SchoolsSafetyFitness OrientedPeaceful & Quiet

Highlands tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifePublic TransitAffordable Housing
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Highlands Neighborhood DNA

Boise’s Highlands sits above the city with sweeping views, quiet streets, and a mix of classic and contemporary homes. It’s a spot where outdoor access, peaceful vibes, and close-knit community living come together in style.

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Some of the Highlands hotspots include: Highlands Hollow Brewhouse and Camel’s Back Park (trail access).
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Whether you're new to Boise or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Boise guide for the big-picture view — or compare Highlands against other parts of the city in our Boise neighborhood guide.