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Memorials are created to pay tribute to individuals who have passed away and ensure their legacy continues to be recognized over time. Kevin Pavlis Park does both by paying tribute to a man who loved helping others and had a heart for the outdoors, while furthering his mission to make the outdoors accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities.
The 5.5-mile trail system, which opened in May 2026, offers trails for riders of all abilities. Every trail is adaptive-friendly, and the trail system was designed with progression in mind. The project is the product of several years of thought and development, made possible by generous contributions from the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation, REI, and Blue Cross of Idaho, along with many other private donors.
To find out more about Kevin and the trail system bearing his name, Singletracks reached out to Sam Blaine, the current president of the Southwest Idaho Mountain Biking Association (SWIMBA); Ray Anderson, a close friend of Kevin’s; and Tanya Pavlis, Kevin’s older sister.
Kevin loved the outdoors and loved helping others
“From the time Kevin was a young boy, he always had the kindest heart. He loved helping people and loved helping people recreate outdoors,” said Tanya Pavlis…