Outdoor Life in Boise

1. Camel’s Back and Hulls Gulch Reserve

Located at the end of 9th Street and along the Boise North End. With about 3 miles of designated trails, explore Boise’s finest nature and views overlooking the city.

2. Hillside to the Hollow Reserve

Popular for walking or running with a pup by your side, is the Hillside to the Hollow Reserve. A 260-acre oasis of open land surrounded by Boise neighborhoods. Most popular for views of Boise’s North End and the Owyhee Mountains.

3. Military Reserve

734 acres of land recognized for recreation and wildlife reserve. The best time to hike and explore is in the fall for amazing views of the city and for fall colors. The Military Reserve has opened an Archery Range and will soon be opening a Bike Park and new Dog Park.

4. Oregon Trail Reserve

With a strong historical presence, the Oregon Trail Reserve connects Bonneville Point to Barber Park and the Greenbelt Pathway.

5. Polecat Reserve

7 miles of single track trails perfect for beginner mountain bike rides or easy family hikes. Polecat Reserve trails offer views of the Treasure Valley and the Boise ridgeline.

6. Shafer Butte Area

Identified as the trails above and below Bogus Basin Road, are these high elevation trails. Recognized for a challenging 50 miles running throughout the mountainous forests and meadows above Boise.

7. Table Rock Area

A fan favorite for community members, as it offers amazing views from above the city. Trails can be accessed from the Old Idaho Penitentiary and transcend along the steep mountain to reach the peak.

1. Kathryn Albertsons Park

Designed for quiet contemplation and beautiful scenery, perfect for relaxation and nature observation.

2. Hyde Park

Home to Camel’s Back in the Boise North End.

3. Ann Morrison Park

One of Boise’s biggest parks. 153-acres of bocce courts, a disc golf course, horseshoe pits, an outdoor gym, sand volleyball courts, a playground, and so much more.

4. Willow Lane Athletic Complex

57-acre athletic complex featuring softball fields, a soccer field, a playground, and a dirt jump park.

5. Esther Simplot Park

Home to Quinns Pond with 23 acres suitable for fishing, wading and swimming.

6. Hyatt Hidden Lakes Reserve

This 44-acre preserve for bats, birds & other animals offers trails, overlooks & public art.

7. Cecil D. Andrus

This mini-park is located directly across from the Idaho State Capitol and is utilized for a variety of fun events and traditions.

8. Manitou Park

Located in a well-established Southeast Boise neighborhood with 11-acres of mature shade trees and tennis courts.

9. Julia Davis Park

The city’s oldest park, located on the edge of downtown and home to the well known Rose Garden and Zoo Boise.

10. Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park

A shady 28-acre park with access to the greenbelt and large open play areas.

1. Tamarack Resort

A quick 2-hour drive from Boise, rests Tamarack Resort nestled in the little town of Donnelly, Idaho. Spread out over 1,000 skiable acres and 6 lifts ideal for alpine skiing, nordic skiing, backcountry skiing, and snowshoeing.

2. Sun Valley Ski Resort

The nation's first destination ski resort, with the world’s first chairlifts is located only 3 hours from Boise. Home to two mountains, Baldy and Dollar, designed to impress every snow lover, no matter their skill level.

3. Brundage Mountain

High in the mountains of Central Idaho near McCall, runs Brundage Mountain packed with trails, terrain parks, and backcountry tours. Known for its powder-packed glades and luxuriously wide groomed runs, Brundage is a mid-sized resort that “skis big”.

4. Bogus Basin

Only 16 miles from downtown rests Bogus Basin, Boise’s local mountain for all things recreation. Spanning across 2,600 acres of skiable terrain with more than 90 runs, Bogus offers Boiseians an enjoyable trip up the mountain.