Boise Parks and Recreation

Nothing says Fourth of July like classic summertime eats🌭🍧 Join us at Ann Morrison Park on Independence Day for food trucks and refreshing beverages. Food and drink vendors will open at 6 p.m. on July 4th, with concessions available throughout the evening. Drinks and alcoholic beverages are available from Parrilla Grill for those 21 and older.

This year's food trucks include:
Benny's Chick N Spuds
Boise Bagel
Coned Pizza
Gyro Shack
Hot to Tot
Kona Ice
Machu Picchu Peruvian Food Truck
Mini Doh!Nuts!
Mustards
Scotty's Hot Dogs
Tiki's Shave Ice
Twisted Sugar
Wok N' Roll

Construction is underway on the new Ivywild Park Skate Spot! This unique set of features will include a sidewalk with metal rail, a box with curb, hip and quarter pipe features for the public to enjoy and more. The skate spot is adjacent to the pool in the park. Please stay out of fenced areas for your own safety until the project wraps up this fall. Learn more: https://www.cityofboise.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks/ivywild-park/ivywild-skate-spot/

Planning to float the Boise River this weekend? Visit the official Float the Boise website to make a parking plan, view the shuttle schedule, learn about rentals available at Barber Park and more: https://www.floattheboise.org/pages/parking-rental

The Picnic in the Park FREE lunch program is going strong this summer thanks to the Boise School District and incredible volunteers including our friends from Horizon Credit Union. They helped hand out lunches at Winstead Park recentely, and this is the group's third year volunteering with us. Free lunch is available for kids and teens on weekdays from noon to 12:30 p.m. at Cassia, Ivywild, Sunset and Winstead Parks.

The Warm Springs Grill + Golf facility is under construction at Warm Springs Golf Course. The Boise River Greenbelt path along the north side of the Boise River that passes through the golf course is expected to remain open during construction. However, users should be aware of golf carts crossing the Greenbelt as well as heavy equipment working in the area.

Please slow down when traveling along the construction zone and pay attention to all posted signs, including stop signs at marked crossings, for your own safety. Temporary detours and re-routes near the construction site are expected as this project is built-out. We will ensure the necessary alerts are provided and signage is posted to communicate temporary re-routes as the project progresses. This may also require cyclists to dismount and walk their bicycle through the area.

Thank you for your attention and understanding as we keep the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and golfers top of mind throughout the project.

Calling all teens 📢 We're hosting a pool party just for you! Join us for a fun evening at Ivywild Pool starting at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, July 12. Swim, make new friends and hang out without the crowds! Find a link to register and additional details in the attached event.

Teen Pool Party | Event | City of Boise 7th - 12th grade / Ages 12 - 18School ID or age verification required.Tickets may be available at the door, but space is limited.

A bird's-eye view of work happening this week at the linear park and pathway located off W. Goddard Road across from Capital High School. Concrete is being poured and crews are busy building additional park infrastructure. Learn more about this unique project in West Boise on our website: https://www.cityofboise.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/park-sites/west-boise/linear-park-and-pathway-at-west-goddard-road/

The official float season on the Boise River launches today, June 27! That means shuttle service and rentals are available for your trip down the six-mile stretch from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park. Visit floattheboise.org to plan your float and check this summer tradition off your bucket list.

🎇Celebrate Independence Day at beautiful Ann Morrison Park with the City of Boise! The community is invited to spend the evening at the park and enjoy the free fireworks show synced to music on 107.1 Hank FM. Fireworks are scheduled to fill the sky starting at dusk on the 4th of July, but festivities in Ann Morrison Park begin at 6 p.m.

While enjoying food and drink vendors in the park, cool off in the Ann Morrison Park interactive fountain as the water feature displays red, white and blue lights into the evening. Find event details, a list of food trucks, and safety reminders on our webpage: https://www.cityofboise.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/fourth-of-july/.

So fresh and so clean 🧼 Parking is once again available adjacent to the playground and pavilion in Julia Davis Park behind Zoo Boise. Thanks for your patience as work to repair, pave and stripe the area was completed. Access via the bridge that connects the park to the Discovery Center of Idaho parking lot has also been restored.

The 36th annual Idaho Youth Adaptive Sports Camp is in the books! Dozens of atheletes from across the state joined us to play adaptive sports, make friends and enjoy new adventures. This camp is offered to youth and teens ages six through 19 years old whose primary disability is a physical disability that limits mobility. The smiles say it all! Events like this would not be possible without volunteers, community partners and of course our dedicated AdVenture Program - Boise Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation team. Thank you!

The Polecat Gulch - Collister Trailhead and trails within Polecat Reserve are back open following Friday's fire. Thank you to all of the fire crews for their hard work to stop the flames.

There's still time to sign up for our new Foundations of Skateboarding camp at Fort Boise Park in partnership with the Boise Skateboard Association. Instructor Kurt Derow will teach participants the skills and knowledge needed to confidently navigate their neighborhood, cruise to class, push to practice and have fun with friends and family. Weekly sessions start in July for kids ages six to 12 years old. Learn more and register: https://tinyurl.com/FoundationsofSkateboarding

Beat the heat at the Boise Depot ☀️ 🚂 We’re open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Sunday, June 23. Come inside and learn about the history of this unique and beloved Boise landmark with free tours for all ages at noon and 1:30 p.m. Stay cool, Boise!

It's hot out there and emergency responders continue to advise untrained floaters to stay off the Boise River due to high, fast flows (the official Float the Boise season is expected to start Thursday, June 27!). Here are some other suggestions to stay cool this weekend:

💧 Visit a Boise park splash pad or interactive fountain
💧 Swim at one of Boise's outdoor municipal pools
💧 Splash at Quinn's Pond or the swimming ponds at Esther Simplot Park

Visit cityofboise.org/parks to learn more and plan a visit!

Photo: Swimming at the Natatorium Pool and Hydrotube on a Sunny Day

Today is the day! Join us for the second annual Boise Dandelion Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sunset Park. This free, family-friendly event features a wide variety of activities and opportunities to learn about how we are promoting biodiversity in Boise parks. Plus, live music, face painting, dandelion products for sale and so much more! Please bring a reusable cup if you plan to purchase the dandelion beer or root beer brewed by Woodland Empire Ale Craft.

Event details and schedule: https://www.cityofboise.org/events/parks/2024/june/dandelion-festival-urban-biodiversity/

Sharing addition information on the Polecat Fire in the Boise Foothills from the Boise Fire Department in the attached post. Thank you for your patience as the Ridge to Rivers team works with fire officials in the coming days to assess the damage and determine next steps.

Fire crews responded to a brush fire near N. Collister Drive tonight that burned into Polecat Reserve. The trailhead and trails are closed until further notice. Please avoid the area. Additional updates will be posted on the Ridge to Rivers page as new information is available. Thank you to the fire crews with BLM Idaho Fire and Boise Fire Department for their hard work to stop forward progress of the flames.

: We are pleased to report that the fire was controlled at 1810 hours on 6-22-24, with successful containment achieved at 2300 hours on 6-21-24. The fire was mapped at 36 acres.

BLM Boise District is currently in unified command with Boise City Fire on the Polecat Fire near Collister Rd in the Boise foothills. The fire is burning in grass and brush and is estimated at 20+ acres. BLM resources on scene include 4 engines, 1 dozer, 3 overhead, 1 investigator, 1 SEAT plane and 1 air attack. The estimated containment time is 11 pm this evening with control sometime tomorrow. The fire cause is under investigation.

Update: Fire size estimated 40+ acres. Estimated control time at 6 pm tomorrow. Boise City and Eagle Fire resources on scene: 8 engines, 1 dozer and 2 battalions.

Update: The forward progress of the fire has been stopped and crews are in the process of securing containment lines and mopping-up hotspots.

: Last night, our fire crews made commendable progress on the Polecat Fire. The containment lines have been securely established and mop-up operations are being effectively executed. These critical tasks will be ongoing throughout today’s operational period.

We are pleased to report that the estimated time for fire control is projected at 1800 hours, with successful containment achieved at 2300 hours the previous evening. The fire is mapped at 36 acres.

The dedication and expertise of our firefighting crews have been instrumental in these efforts.

For public safety and to facilitate uninterrupted fire management operations, we request that the community avoid the vicinity of the Polecat Trailhead for the entirety of today.

We will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves. We thank the public for their continued support and understanding.

Three cheers for Max who recently completed his Eagle Scout project with the Ridge to Rivers trail crew! His project consisted of post and rope installation and step grading on Camel's Back Reserve trails. These improvements should help mitigate erosion on the hillside adjacent to the steps. The improvements also allow for vegetation to regrow and stabilize the cut bank. Max and his troop did an incredible job and we are so grateful!

Mark your calendar! Pending a drop in river flows and final hazard mitigation along the Boise River by the Boise Fire Department's Dive Team, the official Float the Boise River season starts Thursday, June 27. Visit floattheboise.org to start planning your trip.

Summer is here and Float the Boise partner agencies Ada County Parks & Waterways, Boise Parks and Recreation and Boise Fire are excited to announce the official 2024 float season on the Boise River will start on Thursday, June 27.

Float the Boise partners have been in regular contact with water managers at the Bureau of Reclamation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who have been closely monitoring conditions on the Boise River. River flows are expected to drop below 1,500 cubic feet per second (cfs) next week, which is within the typical range for the official float season. This anticipated decrease in river flows will allow for Boise Fire to conduct additional mitigation of hazards next week along the popular six-mile stretch of river from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park. Follow floattheboise.org for updates as the season opening approaches!

Summer is officially here! ☀️ It's one of our favorite seasons to enjoy Boise's parks, pools and trails. See you outside...

Our main office is closed today in observance of Juneteenth. The city's outdoor pools are also closed. Zoo Boise, city parks and Warm Springs and Quail Hollow Golf Courses are open! Have a great Wednesday, Boise.

Photo: Ann Morrison Park Interactive Fountain

Primrose Park in Northwest Boise is officially open! ✂️🎀 The beautiful 1.5-acre park located off Gary Lane includes a playground with accessible elements, open play areas, an outdoor fitness center and accessible parking for ADA vans. Park features also include a playground communication board, picnic shelter, drinking fountain, bench seating, shade trees, walking paths and a pollinator garden. City of Boise leaders and neighborhood families joined together to dedicate the park and be some of the first to check out the fun, interactive playground. Learn more about Primrose Park: https://www.cityofboise.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks/primrose-park/

Monday, June 17 Outdoor Pools Update 💧

Due to inclement weather, all Open Swim sessions are canceled. Lap swim at Borah Pool will not take place, but Lap Swim sessions are happening as scheduled at other locations. Evening swimming lessons will take place as planned! Please always check our website or call ahead to the pool if you have weather or programming related questions. Thank you for your understanding!

Pools & Aquatics | City of Boise Our aquatic programming includes open swim sessions, swim lessons, summer recreational swim team and lap swim.

Boise Dandelion Festival is back this Saturday, June 22! Join us from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sunset Park to enjoy free music, face painting, browse vendor booths selling dandelion infused products, and more. We'll also have dandelion beer and root beer collaborations with Woodland Empire Ale Craft for sale made with dandelions picked from Boise's pesticide free parks. Please bring your own reusable cup! Event details: https://www.cityofboise.org/events/parks/2024/june/dandelion-festival-urban-biodiversity/

Thank you to our partners City of Good and the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides for supporting this event!

Due to a roadway repair project near Zoo Boise, Julia Davis Drive, the road along the river from the entrance of Julia Davis Park, will be closed starting Monday, June 17, for up to three weeks. Pedestrians and cyclists will have Greenbelt access through the project area. Zoo Boise is open during normal hours of operation.

Thank you for your patience while this project is completed.

3 p.m. Update — The Natatorium Pool is open for swimming until 5 p.m. Thank you for your patience!
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Sunday, June 16 1:15 p.m. Update — The opening of the Natatorium Pool & Hydrotube is delayed today due to needed maintenance. Please check the pool webpage for updates on Open Swim before heading to this location. Thank you for your patience!

Natatorium Pool and Hydrotube | City of Boise 1811 E. Warm Springs Ave., Boise