Suggestions for Other Great Outdoors near Boise

Brad H. • December 23, 2016GREAT place to ride bikes for miles or walk alone the river. Very peaceful, lots of birds, some deer, nice place to get out in nature.

Pretty G. • June 6, 2015it is such a good neighborhood !!! very nice people too !!

Kylie • August 6, 2012Perfect activity for a hot summer day!

Sharon H. • September 22, 2013Come with family and friends for a great time!

Lauren B. • July 8, 2013Climb up with a picnic for incredible views on 4th of July.

Dave G. • November 2, 2011The waveshaper model is all setup and running at Idaho River Sports! Stop by and see how the waves will work.

ConciergeQ • January 29, 2011What is your favorite outdoor activity in Boise? Finn Riggins, Indie Rock Band: "Bicycling, floating the Boise River and playing bocce ball."

Boise Weekly • August 21, 2010Be at Boise Weekly booth at High Noon and check in.

Boise Weekly • October 1, 2010Voted by Boise Weekly readers as the Best of Boise 2010.

Green H. • March 26, 2017Nice large park. The zoo and rose garden are here. Don't miss the girrafe peaking out of his habitat. Super cute!

Darlan B. • November 10, 2015Lots of events happen here from car shows to hot air balloon festivals. But we love the river and fountain the most!

Andrew F. • April 21, 2019Awesome hike. Great trail, but it's a challenge

Marshall S. • July 7, 2010One of the best parks in the Boise 'area'. Water park, climbing, fishing pond, huge fields, musical instruments and rubber ground (a huge plus).

Ryan M. • May 27, 2012Fun place to go hang out with family and friends. Always a party in the good weather.

Emily M. • September 11, 2013Go on off hours so you don't have to wait in line :) also, if you're surfing or boogie boarding.. Get across the eddy before the big boulder or you'll get dragged in the shallows.

Lori B. • March 19, 2012Great play structure and easy access. To the Greenbelt and swimming.

Tom D. • May 19, 2012Great burgers and hot dogs at east concession.

Marcie S. • August 15, 2016Peaceful, people watching, walking, jogging, picnics

Dustin H. • October 6, 2012Great park with lots of wildlife. It's right on the river so there are many insects. Be sure to bring insect repellent if you are planning on a bbq or something of the sort.

Marit W. • October 11, 2011love taking pictures here. The grass area to the southwest is lovely and large. The greenbelt right next door is great. The candids of kids are always fun and I especially love slides and swings.

Lee G. • May 16, 2012A sunny bench to enjoy river, floaters or just a breezy day

Marit W. • October 11, 2011the rose garden is simple but lovely for pictures. The gazebo is perfect for closeups with a shallow depth of field when it is crowded. The flowers make a great backdrop as well as a foreground.

Bryce F. • September 20, 2013One of the most beautiful walks you'll ever take. So refreshing, kind and courteous people and an enchanting river to boot. So pretty.

Marit W. • October 11, 2011great photo locations here as well. Look for water shots and open space shots with grass as background. Fun to play as family before shots so relaxed smiles happen.

Lee G. • May 25, 2012Excellent playground, walking path, play field, shade, bathroom. A true gem of a park on east Northview street.

Dave M. • August 4, 2020Amazing morning walk with the dog