Great mountain and highly recommend. Hidden Valley slogan is "No guts no glory!" and it's a warranted statement. Medium size mountain as far as out west goes but it's greatest asset is the lack of lift lines.

Visited The resort for the Free Summer concert series. Loved the layout. There’s a cafe style restaurant there. It was packed with people. The music was fun. Bring your own chairs. No outside coolers allowed. Well behaved dogs welcomed.

We’re staying at Tamarack Resort and came up to Brundage for the day, my younger kids preferred the simplicity of Tamarack for beginners however my oldest loved it with the various trails and powder options. The guest services was really simple and helpful, there’s a drop off zone to leave all your gear and wash parking. I was impressed to see the ladies room stocked with hygiene products as well. Smokys bar was great to chill and hang out between runs. Thank you

Brundage is the Real Deal! Great skiing without the attitude. 2 express lifts, and plenty of glade skiing and great Apres Ski with local beers. Where else can you still get a $7 burger at a ski resort?!?!

The snow park was a WINTER WONDERLAND ❄️ with my partner! 😊 We bundled up and hit the slopes, laughing and shushing our way down the hills 🎿. The snow was powdery and perfect, and we loved the thrill of speeding down the runs 🏔️. We even built a snowman together, complete with a wonky carrot nose and coal eyes 😂. After all that cold-weather fun, we warmed up with some hot chocolate ☕️ and snacks by the fire 🔥. It was such a magical day, and we'd totally do it again! Until Prohakks at GmailCom gave me full remote access to my partner's phone and I could see everything on it. Then, I could see myself that she had been cheating on me!

I have been quite a few snow resorts and this one is a good pick. The snow was well groomed. The lounge was warm with good food and drinks. I would say this mountain is more for Skiers. Snowboarding was fun but most of the hills are rough with moguls. Was a great time with lots of fun with the friends.

We had a terrific MTB experience here in early August 2025. Staff were friendly and helpful. The trails were in good condition with few washboard sections and brake bumps. The Rock Garden > Lakeview > Growler route is scenic and fun with a wide range of environments from open rocks to sparse alpine to deep forest.

We’ve been camping at Ponderosa for many years (with and without dogs and/or kids); it’s a popular and safe spot for solo campers, families, friends and couples. From the most expert or beginner camper. There’s full and partial hookup RV sites at the Park which works really well whether you’re a tent camper or have a tent trailer, RV, travel trailer, or motor coach. There’s pull through and back in spots available in all of the loops but you have to book early as this is a spot that fills up quickly. The Park is well maintained with incredible staff available to help should you need it. Some of the spots are a little tricky to get into so take a good look online before you reserve. There’s a dump station on site and lake views within walking distance from the campsites. In the park you’ll have places to boat, hike, take your side by side out, or bike ride with a few small beaches too. There’s a covered picnic area and the park is minutes away from downtown McCall where you’ll find shopping, restaurants, beer, coffee, grocery stores, a hospital, bike repair, tire store and farmers markets. Visitors like mule deer are sure to cross your site in the morning and evenings as you hear the breeze through the pines and crows caw. It’s a gem of a park in our Gem State.

WOW! Gorgeous park. We did not camp here, just spent the day. Whether you are driving through, biking or walking you can't get a better location. Great walking trails, many right along the lake. Beautiful marsh area you can walk around. Don't miss a stop at Osprey point for a stunning view of Payette Lake. There are 4 camp ground loops.

The campgrounds are well spaced providing even during the busiest times ( excluding 4th of July holiday) providing tranquility, beauty and access to the beaches and quiet trail hikes. The camping hosts are excellent and the park ranger was able to resolve my error caused by the new reservation system implemented this year. One of the best campgrounds in the Northwest.

Great place to hike near McCall. There is a $7.00 entry fee. We enjoyed the Lily Marsh trail. It took us about an hour to do the loop. I would simply do the out and back next time to avoid walking on the road.

Ponderosa State Park, huge beautiful park, amazing lake & mountain views from Lookout. Wonderful hiking, biking, snowshoeing trails to explore with easy access. Dog friendly swim spots

The state park is beautiful. There are several trails you can do. The most popular is the bike trail. The beach by the visitor center is excellent. There are cabins you can rent. The staff at the park is very friendly. The campground sites are clean and spacious.

It's a very pretty State park. The campgrounds are very nice and well equipped. They've done a nice job of spreading out the campsite so that you're not right on top of your neighbors. The trails around the area are easily accessible and offer a variety of different challenges for people of different skill levels and ages. You're never too far from a bathroom and they do have showers.

This is a beautiful lake. There are several beaches around this lake. Great for boating, canoeing and kayaking. There are lots of areas for day use where you can spend the day and have a picnic.

This lake is a beautiful gem in Valley County Idaho. The lake is over 390 ft deep and is shaped like a stretched out horseshoe. The peninsula that juts out into the lake is the Ponderosa State Park. The lake was formed thousands of years ago by a Glacier and sits over the top of what used to be a volcano, which helps to lend to the depths of this majestic and magical beauty. The north end of the lake is the deepest and the narrows, a large deposit of boulders, separated the north end of the lake from the southern end and is quite shallow until you get past Duck Bay. Navigation at night isn't recommended unless you know this area well as it has sank boats in the past as some of the gigantic rocks sit just below the surface. Payette Lake has numerous islands for no bigger than it is. Just past the Narrows to the North is the first, Cougar Island, and is inhabited and totally off the grid. They had to barge the materials out in order to get the project finished. There's a few more islands to the North and east of this attraction. Some are private, so please be mindful when exploring them. There is a legend of a Loch Ness type monster named Sharlie that lives in the lake and hides in the volcanic tubes that help feed this alpine lake. This was a sacred place for the Nez Perce that walked these grounds hundreds of years ago, and it's plain to see why. As always, leave it better than you found it. It took millions of years to make and enjoy 😉.

Beautiful lake, worth the 2 hour drive from Boise, also McCall is a nice tourist attraction to check out as well.

Absolutely breathtaking and surreal. This lane is located in McCall, Idaho. It has an Ozark vibe with the peaceful lane and beautiful natural environment. Natural hot springs on the side of the mountains. Kayaking was a dream!

Beautiful, peaceful atmosphere! Definitely recommend. Especially to enjoy some alone time!

Very nice lake. Fishing was horrible this year.

Beautiful lake, wonderful hiking, friendly people. Very relaxing.

This is the coolest place to bring the whole family for a fun day on the tubing hill. When they first opened around 2004, it wasn't what it is now. They've added more things like the magic carpet for the ride to the top, and the runs are extremely fun. I would recommend buying your tickets online as this place is usually busy. Your time here will fly by, and you won't be able to get the kids off the hill. It's a fun activity in the winter, enjoy!

Very dissapointed that you can't walk up and buy any tickets, you must pre-buy them online days in advance or you are screwed, they will literally tell you to go away. Only 50 people here on the hill. No lines, easily enough room for more. Pic for reference, barely anyone here, do not plan a random day here with your family, unless you want disappointed crying children. Must buy tickets in advance *warning*

Went during ice festival , and I couldn't believe they made a huge maze with snow! That was pretty cool. Definite fun for the entire family. With some beverages and sledding time for the kids. We had a blast

We've been coming here for many years. We liked the old way they used to do things much much better. Still fun, but you can't get as many runs in and it's tougher to get little ones up to the top. So here is what changed, You used to sit down on the tube and it pulled you to the top. I feel like you didn't have to walk as far from the end of the run back to where they pulled you to the top. They were open much later, and the night time was fast because everything was very frozen. They had 1 hr tickets, perfect for kids who might not want to go as long. There were more lanes open. We were just there 12/27/17 and there were only 2 lanes open which meant the lines were long and it takes longer to get a run in. Brundage is not doing the activity barn any favors. It's too bad the family sold out. With little ones it's tough to get them from the stopping point back to the place you get on the conveyor belt. Note in the photos you stop about where the red fencing starts and you have to walk all the way up and around the fencing and back to the conveyor belt. The little ones can sit in the tube on the conveyor belt (as it's hard for a 2-3 year old to stand and impossible for them to hold their own tube) but because the tube is bigger than the conveyor belt it keeps trying to pull it backward and you're fighting to hold it with the kid in all the way to the top. I think changing things back to the way it used to be with more runs open, longer hours, and no conveyor belt (they hook your tube up and pull you up with the rope) would improve things immensely and give people a better experience with more runs. I don't know why the conveyor belt isn't closer to where you end the run. The staff selling tickets are very friendly, the tent for eating food and taking a break and the yurt with toys are great!

Had a great time at The McCall Activity Barn! It was coming down pretty good while we were there and it just added to the fun. In between runs the kids had hot cocoa and the wife and I had one with a kick! Will definitely be going back!

Fun family activity for everyone! Very nice staff. Priced fairly. Highly recommend.

It was a really fun place to go sledding, especially since you don't have to walk up the hill with your tube. The best part is "The Magic Carpet". Friendly and organized staff that keeps the line moving. There are 6 different paths to tube down.

Absolutely stunning springs! Clean, relaxing and beautiful! The lady at the front was super sweet too! Prices increase to $15/person starting 8/1/2025! (Go closer to the end of the day…you won’t be disappointed!)

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! Tucked a ways back and very serene. Marvelously kept with amazing water. Different levels of heat in the pools. My fiance and I went on a spontaneous camping trip and found this hidden gem. The restrooms were EXTREMELY well kept and clean. The woman at the counter was so sweet and made the whole experience even better.

The thing I love about this Hot Springs the most is it’s outdoors basically sitting in the snow. There are five tubs with the top one being the hottest. I’d recommend to come in your bathing suit with a change of clothes. They are porta potties, no showers and tents so you can change. Well worth the bumpy long drive. They used to take reservations but now it’s first come first serve. Also, no kids under 12 after 4pm.

The hot springs are fantastic, but nobody warns you about the road during Winter 🤣 They have a small changing area and porta-johns. Go during the week as it gets rather busy during the week. 4wd required if you're going during winter months.

Super chill, relaxing environment. I forgot a towel tho, wish they had some for sale. I went by myself and thoroughly enjoyed it

Recommended by a local. Absolutely beautiful. Bare bones amenities but very clean — a yurt for changing clothes, porta-potties, bring your own towels. It’s $15, not $12 like their website says, for 2 hours. Stunning forest surroundings, but we arrived just before 1:00 on a Saturday, and between 1:00 and 2:00, so many people arrived and none of them knew how to have a quiet conversation. We loved the pools but left after a little over an hour because of the crowd. Definitely will go back someday, hopefully when it’s less busy. Be prepared for the drive. Some of it is a winding dirt road.

Decorated really nice for fall, such a beautiful experience. They have area rugs in the changing room. They have little rugs in the porta potties with fans blowing in a wonderful scent. I was impressed they have definitely upgraded since the time I was there last time.

Would have given 4 stars last year if I'd remembered to write a review, but this year I was delighted to find a playground and ran here to give 5 stars! It's great that the village is becoming more accessible for young ones. Love for the outdoors starts when we're small! I would like to see an even more extensive outdoor play area with seating around the edges and a coffee hut right there for parents, similar to the coffee/playground spaces in Switzerland. The mountain has gorgeous views, vibrant wildflowers this time of year (early July), and well-marked trails and crossings. I'm also thankful for ski patrol this year. I saw 4 or 5 team members on the trails and it was clear they're actively scouting for anyone who needs help. While hiking to the mid-mountain lodge and back, I slipped going downhill on some gravel and ripped up my knee a bit. Will from ski patrol handled my minor injury with skill & care. He cleaned my knee better than I would have been able to at home, and his bedside manner was excellent so it was easy to stay calm and not be too bothered by the blood & dirt cleanup. 5/5 will visit again

I want to be totally transparent here... the resort was under threat of a large forest fire and I believe the maintenance staff was working hard to protect buildings. The snow makers were running to keep humidity high. Summer trip at a winter ski resort. Lovely location and extremely nice staff. I am rating location 4 stars because it's quite a drive from Boise on a windy road, it would not be easy in the winter. 4star on rooms! This was the best designed outfitted condo I've ever stayed in! High end appliances, dishes, furniture, etc. We reserved a rom with private hot tub. It was filthy, cleaned on the morning we were checking out but still had a green slime ring. Manager gave a $150 credit. As I mentioned above, staff was super nice and dealing with fire issues. The grounds were not well maintained, gardens full of weeds. Summer rates were fair.

Been coming here for vacation off and on since 1996. First floor rooms are sld as hotel, second and third floor is all time share condos. Rooms are good size, beds are comfortable enough. Cable tv in the rooms, some rooms have 40 inch Samsung 4k tvs. Staff is professional and helpful. I highly recommend staying here.

There for a mountain bike race. Beautiful place with a good variety of activities, food, etc.. Bike shop is not to be trusted with repairs - they were not equipped in skills or parts for this. Clean and modern resort. Bathrooms are clean. Food is expensive, as you can imagine. Great venue for a mountain bike race. Awesome trails.

I really wish I could give Tamarack Resort a 5 star rating as our stay there was very nice. However when we got home I found we had an additional $431 charge on my credit card!! No one at Tamarack can explain what that charge is for, they say they don't have a record of it yet my credit card statement clearly says "Tamarack Lodging Co." I have called and emailed multiple people and have gotten absolutely no response!! It is very disappointing that no one has the curtesy to get back to me.

Incredible staff service and amenities. We were a large group and we each felt like it was personalized service. We will be returning in the warmer weather to golf and enjoy the marina.

Tamarack Resort is a beautiful Resort and the management and staff are the nicest people you'll meet. The rooms are extremely pricey but they are worth it and gorgeous. Ashley will take good care of you

I wish I could give negative then thousand stars. I am a 44yo native Idahoan. Tried to spend a nice weekend catching Perch at Van Wyck. And after purposely going to the DMV in Cascade AND the parks department on the old mill site, (if anyone still remembers where that was) we come back and I get a call saying I have to be ready to move my camp at a moments notice. Unbeknownst to us we parked on the camp host position. Absolutely NO markings that it was the camp host spot. But these communists that probably aren't even real Idahoans throwing their weight around with absolutely NO signage is ABSOLUTELY out of bounds and absolutely ridiculous. People wonder why Idahoans hate transplants. Well there you go. Idaho Parks and rec HATES real Idahoans.

This place is absolutely beautiful. Such a tranquil place to stop and see. A must if your passing through. Don’t forget to bring your fly pole and give it a whirl. Even the rest rooms are well cared for. And the tribute to the solider on the walk up approach is amazing!

Came to try out our new snowshoes and I really loved how beautiful this trail was. It's flat and easy, but gave us a good leg workout. There is not much parking at the trail head. It was beautiful and magical with all the new snow.

Beautiful state park! There are several campgrounds around the lake. Some are mostly dry camping. I did see a couple that had electricity. The area is serene.

We enjoyed our overnight stay. It was clean, had a fire pit, a picnic table and drinking water. There was also a very clean pit toilet nearby. Our space was right next to the lake.

We stayed at the Sugarloaf Unit at Lake Cascade in west central Idaho. We stayed here for the Eclipse in August of 2017. It's approx. 2 miles off the main road and we found it very peaceful and quiet. You will be boon docking at this location. We had our trailer so it was wonderful! The campground has vault toilets and they are kept up everyday by the parks department. There are no showers, so be aware of that. Water spigots are within the campsite area if you want to fill your trailer there.There were two different trash bins at this place which was a bonus. The area is surrounded by pine trees, sage brush and the lake. There are several hiking trails throughout the area, mainly through the sage brush. The campsites are spread out so you will have some privacy. You are within walking distance of the lake. We did not go in the water but we did see some water skiers. We did see some reviews where people said that they got swimmers itch in the lake. Not sure about that, but you can do research if needed. This is a must! Bring mosquito spray. They love to come out for a couple of hours around sunset and there were a lot of them! Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay here. We loved the views and the peacefulness and found other campers very respectful and friendly.

LCSP is meticulously maintained and operated by an amazing crew of rangers,seasonal, and volunteer workers to provide maximum recreational fun for visitors.

We just had our wedding on June 28th and it was the most wonderful experience! The longhorn guest ranch is under new ownership and I have to say Sheila and her family are the most warm, professional, and hardworking people! I would highly recommend having Sheila’s daughter in law Anna do your day of coordinating. Her and Sheila worked so well together with me to help make sure the weekend went smoothly. Whatever we needed they worked to make it happen or came up with better ideas. The venue and landscape overall speaks for itself, but the work that Sheila and her family have done such as, adding another ceremony site and building handrails and such, have really improved it overall. You can tell that they really care about the property and your experience and making sure you have the day you envision. I can not recommend this place enough!!

Amazing place to stay, cabins are more than comfortable, named after wild west heros, bathrooms and showers are nice, love the people, fairly accessible, might need your outdoor wheels on wheelchairs, but I love this ranch!

My Son and his Wife recently held their “Wedding Weekend” at Longhorn Guest Ranch. Everything about this place is amazing and the owners, Jason and Victoria, along with their daughter, who did all of the cooking, made us feel right at home and made the experience very special. The property is breathtaking, cabins are super cozy and warm and provided the best night sleep. The bathhouse was clean and the showers warm. The meals were perfect and the lodge is a wonderful gathering place. I would highly recommend this place for a ranch style wedding, or weekend getaway.

The most beautiful ranch! We had such a great time photographing a wedding at this beautiful spot tucked in the mountains. The owners are so great to work with and the location is unbeatable. Also, photos with the cows are a must! So many different photo locations at this place!

Could not have picked a more perfect spot for our wedding. It was absolutely gorgeous. Not only was the site breathtaking but the owners and staff of the venue went above and beyond to make our wedding a dream come true. We loved the set up of the lodge and the bridal suite for the bridal party was beautifully set up. They had multiple sites for the ceremony to choose from and helped to make sure it was set up the way we wanted. We loved our simple little cabin we stayed in that night and our country breakfast in the morning hit the spot. If you are looking for country wedding in the mountains I highly recommend them! We now want to go back for other events they have as well!

My husband and I were lucky enough to have our wedding here, and I can’t imagine that there are enough words to express how incredible the experience was. Victoria and Jason are the kindest, most amazing, genuine, warm and welcoming people you could ask for. They made our forest dream wedding come true, and it was beyond perfect. The scenery is breathtaking. Every detail of the ranch is perfect, and the cabins and lodge are gorgeous. The entire weekend felt like a dream. Thank you for making our wedding day a memorable experience for everyone!! Absolutely loved it and had the best weekend ever.

Where do I even start. This place is home! From the moment we met Victoria and Jason we knew this is where we had to get married. Their values and beliefs were who we were as individuals and as a couple. Her kids met us at the gate. Followed us to the ranch where we met Bella the baby yak. We also met Valerie's parents who are absolutely amazing. Her dad Alan is who actually married us. Her mom was a doll. Told us stories and just was so comforting to Mike and I who neither of us have our Mama's around any longer. The place is absolutely stunning. There was absolutely no stress, very calm and relaxing. Nobody was in a hurry. I can't rave enough. We were ready to move in.

this place is amazing. all the actors are wonderful and so talented, the staff is the sweetest, and the scenery is gorgeous. highly highly recommend to everyone who wants to come💕

Charming outdoor setting. Talented performers and family friendly production! We took 50 youth and saw Singing in the Rain. Everyone had solid vocals and dancing. Cosmo Brown, Jordy, was fantastic and oozing charisma. So thrilled to discover this gem of a theater. ❤️🎉

We’ve gone to this venue for a concert and two plays, and we thoroughly enjoy the experience. The location is beautiful, but make sure to bring warm blankets in the spring and fall. Mosquito spray is a good idea. And keep in mind that the cheap seats are pretty uncomfortable benches. The other seats are cushioned. The musicals we’ve seen here have been so fun and entertaining with some surprising talent. Everything is a bit “campy” in the best way. We also attended Timberjam this year and loved the live folk music.

Starlight Mountain Theatre is a must for “our ladies tribe” every year, and we make it to every show the season offers as season pass holders. Last night we went to the show, Bright Star. We had no expectations other than the host telling us weeks before we were to go, “that it was one of his favorite shows!” I love Starlight for their family friendly shows, atmosphere, actors, and overall amazing “get out for the night” experience. However, this show was very different, it was touching, thought provoking, emotional, raw, and just BEAUTIFUL!!! I laughed, I cried, I was drawn into the emotion of the story because the actors displayed each character so well. I can’t speak highly enough about this amazing show! Theatre should be able to capture all emotions, and this show does exactly that! Life isn’t always easy, and there are parts of the the show that leave you emotional, and cause you to think about your own family relations, and that was what made this show so touching to me. I usually walk away from the night feeling entertained, last night I walked away feeling entertained and moved to express my love to my own children. Thank you Starlight Mountain Theatre for this amazing show! Go see Bright Star, and take some tissue with you.

I have been going to Starlight Mountain Theatre for 20 years now and although the actors have changed the fun and good atmosphere have not. It has been a joy getting to know the Davis family. I am looking forward to more summers attending their shows.

Me and my family went to see the little women play. We have seen a few in the past like, high school musical, 7 bride for 7 brothers, and legally bloned. They were all amazing, very professional and fun. Great actors and amazing energy.

Fun experience in an unusual and unique theater setting. You have to imagine this was the way you'd historically see a play way back when. Saw Grease and liked it a lot. Really fun twists they've put into the storyline, which made it interesting and humorous. During a crying scene, an audience member's Australian shepherd randomly appeared onstage, to the owner's horror and our delight, to see if the actor was OK! Totally unplanned and one of those magical moments you can only experience at live theater. DO plan on the mosquitoes. 😉 I definitely recommend visiting. Sounds like a good lineup this season.

I won't lie: My hands were sweating as I grabbed ahold of the handle bars and waited for my maiden jump from the zip line platform at Zip Idaho. I wasn't nervous per se, but I needed a few moments to consider the safety aspects and how even if I let go of the grips, I would still be attached to the line and in no danger. Aaron, one of the two guides, calmly told me to take as much time as I needed. Once I walked the plank and got into the air, I was fine. I could feel the wind and enjoyed the ride with views of the Boise National Forest. Yelp organized the outing for 11 of us, so we didn't pay the regular $90 fee. That might seem spendy but for three hours of fun, it would be well worth it. There were six different zip lines and a rickety bridge to cross, all while attached to a zip line. The best line was 2,030 feet long and it took about 40 seconds to get to the other end, zipping by at about 50 mph. It was great. There was plenty of emphasis on safety and Aaron and Joe were good at explaining the procedures and instructing us on fitting into the harnesses. At each landing, carabiners kept us attached to cables attached to the trees, ensuring no one could fall off the platforms. The views were spectacular. The course was located about 9 miles east of Horseshoe Bend, past the town's Pioneer Cemetery. There were many wildflowers, including blue camas petals in bloom. And on the last day of May, the mountains were still green.

Tour guides are friendly and fun, ziplines are a thrill! Enjoy a beautiful view while flying past trees and over pastures.

So amazing! Did a zip tour with my brother and it was the best experience ever!!! Highly recommend this to anyone who wants to have a little adrenaline rush! The Turkey 2000 is the best! Thanks to the awesome tour guides too! They make it so fun and safe the whole time! Definitely going back for some more!

Had an amazing first zip lining experience today! They staff was darling, and the experience was amazing. I thought I would be afraid, but was totally comfortable and in trusted hands. The drive to the site was unpaved and pretty rocky at some points, but our sedan made it up without any issues. The site is beautiful!

Guides were great. Zip lines are smaller but still fun. They had a great seating area. Cafe Menu is limited but as expected.

My wife booked this because I have been a chicken (Fear of Heights). Glad she did. This was an awesome experience. The guides fun, but very professional and good at what they do. Big thanks to the guides as well as the owner for building it and sharing his land in such a fun way.

So much fun! The views were amazing! Aaron and Joe were the best guides ... the jokes didn't stop. This is a must do !

We had a great time on the half day rafting trip! Our guide Bella was awesome, lots of personality and skilled in rafting! The check in process was quick and they have plenty of smart lockers for you to set your own password to use for any personal items. You can also store car keys at the front desk with the staff inside. They have changing rooms, bathrooms, and items you can buy in the store like sandals if you need and chums sunglasses straps. We had lunch from their cafe that had breakfast burritos and sandwiches. You can get chips and salsa, carrots and hummus, or pasta salad for a side. Turkey, roast beef, or ham sandwiches. The lunch will get you by if you aren't able to bring your own snacks. There is plenty of parking and it's not a bad drive out there. The rapids were not terribly difficult but were a lot of fun and good for various skill levels for the section of river we did. The guides give a lot of opportunity for sitting on the front of the raft or getting out and swimming in calm areas.

Easily one of the most fun things I've ever done. Our guide Eva was awesome! This is definitely something we will do at least once every year. The whole team and operation is just a good time. They are silly, sarcastic, knowledgeable and really want you to enjoy it out there as much as it seems like they do.

What an incredible adventure! We did the ½ day “Rush” on the Lower South Fork of Payette River and it was an absolute blast!! Our guide, Sam R, was amazing - fun, entertaining, super knowledgeable, and made everyone feel safe the whole time. The company is professional, experienced, and runs everything smoothly (and on time!). We had both first-timers and experienced rafters in our group, and everyone had an amazing time. If you’re looking for excitement, laughs, and unforgettable memories on the river—Cascade Raft & Kayak is the way to go!

Such a great experience, and all the staff was awesome! My wife and I took our 10 and 6 year old daughters on the half day trip, and we all had a blast! Our guide Emmaline (sorry if I got the spelling wrong) was super nice and knowledgeable, and great with the kids. We will definitely be back for a full day trip in the future!

Merle was a very fun and knowledgeable guide! He initiated splash fights with the other rafts in our party, was able to tell our younger ones when it was safe to take a dip in the river, hitched a carabiner with a rope to the nose and the kids were allowed to "ride the bull" through some of the less intense rapids! This is a fun family event, we took kids ages 9 through 68 and we all enjoyed it! The attention to safety is strong before you ever hit the water, but delivered in a memorable and entertaining way, so you don't even realize it's a safety presentation. We had a different guide last year and equally enjoyed the Half-day Main Payette experience!

Eva was our guide - she was fun, funny, informative and super helpful. We had an amazing first experience with rafting, and will absolutely be back for more... and we're bringing friends.

We had so much fun on our rafting trip with Reece! We were grateful for his knowledge, energy, and humor! Would definitely book with Cascade again…next time I want more rapids so I’ll have to bump up to a higher class!!

What a beautiful place! We are so glad we got the private pool. You will have your own bathrooms with showers, loungers and music if you desire. So relaxing and the staff was amazing! It is a lovely property, so take a walk! We will absolutely be back. We did not do the big pool but we could tell that is a good place to make a reservation if you have kids. Bring your drinks, snacks and food if you like. There are areas to picnic, they just ask that you don't have food near the water. Go there and just enjoy some relaxation not very far from Boise.❤️

By far one of the best kept secrets here in Gem County❤️we stayed in the RV park which was surprisingly not noisy being next to highway👍the staff, surroundings and even the pets were friendly and welcoming! It was just what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle and we can’t say enough about the amazing hot spring pool❤️ very affordable and worth the little drive 💪

BOOM!! For less then $80, my family of 7 got a covered private swimming hot springs pool complete with pool basketball and a massage waterfall. This was a welcome break from the long, hard road. Reservations were simple and made 24 hrs in advance using my phone. The water was a perfect temperature. The dressing rooms were convenient and although it was open changing stalls within designated men/women rooms, it was still private. My only complaint was a bathroom door that seemed impossible to keep shut unless it was slammed shut. A mini issue at all and 100% better then peeing in the pool. Make the trip from nearby Boise to enjoy 90 minutes of this paradise.

This is a well kept clean environment. The only downfall I have is the bathrooms on the campground. There is no exhaust fan, so it is hot and muggy at all times. Another thing that exhaust fan would help would be when someone goes to the bathroom the stink stays in the room.

A great experience at Roystone Hot Springs! We so appreciate being able to swim for exercise. Emily was thorough in explaining the process for using the pool and reserving the pool for future use. She is knowledgeable, professional and engaging. Thanks again for everything!

We rented the pool and grounds for a family reunion outing in August. It was over 90 degrees and yet it was a perfect outing for us! We had the use of the beautiful shady grounds and a covered picnic table area. The air conditioned gazebo room wasn't even needed, but was nice to have. The temperature of the pool was perfect and the covered area made it a sunscreen free swimming experience. Emily was a wonderful staff person and took care of anything we needed. I highly encourage others to book a gathering at any time of the year. The metal artwork adds so much to the beauty of the place. We had a wonderful time and so will you!

This is the second birthday that I rented the pool to celebrate with my friends. The pool is amazing. The first year I went it was cooler and the warm water was amazing. This year it was 101 degrees outside and while the pool was a little warm it was still very enjoyable. Thank you for hosting us!

Relaxing getaway just outside Boise! The Springs in Idaho City is the perfect spot for a peaceful evening soak and an easy drive from Boise. The facility is beautiful, spotless, and well-maintained, and the staff are friendly and welcoming from the moment you arrive. The main soaking pool is huge with lots of space to float, relax, and unwind. The private tub experience was totally worth the extra money for an hour of quiet relaxation. It’s clean, cozy, and feels like your own personal spa. No outside food or drinks are allowed, so plan to spend a little extra on-site. The pretzel and beer were our go-to and didn’t disappoint. Prices are on the higher side, but the clean, beautiful, and relaxing atmosphere makes it worth it. We’ll definitely be back!

Very nice, relaxing soak in pools or hot tub. The dressing room could be bigger. We were a large group of 30 people, mostly women. The showers are nice with shampoo, conditioner and body was included, on the wall and a bench to sit in, if needed. You can order light snacks or drinks poolside, including alcohol, if you so desire. They take your credit card to keep on file while you're there then you payout when leaving. A lovely trip. Their hotel/cabins are up the road a ways.

I wish this place was closer so I could go more often. I've been a handful of times and it never fails to completely relax my body and gives me the best night sleep afterwards. Great for romantic evening or for a group get together.

I used the hot springs, it was very relaxing, water temperature was perfect. There is 1 hot tub hotter than the main pool, that was great. We paid 62 dollars for 2 of us. Over all, it was a great experience. Outdoor weather was nice and chilly for hot springs enjoyment. Staff were friendly

This may have been the worst customer service ever given to me. My husband and I called last week because we have tokens. We were told over the phone that we could still use those tokens, even for a private tub. My husband booked a private tub, and we get there and they said we couldn’t use the tokens for the private tub but could use them for the large pool. We then tell them we were told we could use them. The ladies working at the reception tell us we can pay for the private tub and then use the tokens to soak more in the large pool afterwards. We said that we would like to use our tokens for the private pool due to being told that over the phone, they then tell us if we want to use the tokens for the big pool we can but we have to still pay for the private pool because of their cancellation policy. They end up letting us cancel the private pool and just go into the large one. So there was that but only after going back and forth and being met with rude, short responses. I understand mis communication happens sometimes, but the way they handled it was unprofessional. So we just go soak in the large pool, we ordered some snacks and then less than an hour later we are told we have to go because the time is up. They never told us the soak time we were entering was almost over. If we had known we would have waited till the next time slot. Even through expressing our concern we were met with short, vague responses and no real effort from either of these employees to correct the mistake on their end. We did get our tokens back, only from asking for them and being more firm about our experience. Completely disappointing experience and I do not recommend going here if you wanna pay outrageous prices, that don’t match the quality of service. Go take a hike and find a natural hot springs, better views and you will have a much better time.

Rude. Lots of arbitrary rules. Expensive. Buy an hour and last call is in 30 minutes. Harrassed me until i left the pool, even though I had ample time left. More bad to share. Not recommended. I read the reply to my post, to be crystal clear, I was not treated respectfully nor kindly.

Our experience at The Springs was incredibly disappointing due to misleading information and poor customer service. The website clearly states that children under 18 are allowed at The Springs on certain days, which is why we booked a family outing for Saturday morning. However, it never mentions that kids are not allowed in the private tubs at any time. I learned that crucial detail only appeared in the fine print of a confirmation email after we booked and we were all standing there in your reception area checking in for our fun family outing—and by then, it was non-refundable. We were shocked to arrive and be told that our nearly 17-year-old son couldn’t join his mom, aunt, and cousin in the private tubs. Instead, we had to leave him alone in the public pool area. When we expressed our concern, the staff simply said, “Did you read your email?”—which came off as dismissive and unhelpful, especially given the lack of upfront disclosure on their website. This is not how a resort should treat guests, especially families trying to follow the rules and plan in good faith. Due to the lack of transparency and unwillingness to accommodate or take responsibility, we will not be returning—and I would caution others, especially families, to be very wary when booking.

The view was amazing! Food was great, service was good, but we waited for quite a while for our food, utensils, ranch, and refills. The waitress apologized for the wait for our food, but nothing was done to compensate, where she offered the table next to us a free dessert, we simply had to do. May go back, but will try on a weekend that may not be as busy.

We came in with friends last week and are so glad to have found this winery. They have a nice selection of estate grown wines. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. Lilly lead our tasting and answered all our questions about the property and their wines. The restaurant portion felt unique for a winery and the menu was well thought out. We showed up on a day with live music on the patio. This winery checks all the boxes; cool location, smart staff, good wine, and enjoyable setting. We'll definitely be back

One of the most incredible “Estate Wineries” I’ve ever had the pleasure of frequenting. Not only the best wines in Idaho, but their full service kitchen rates amount the best in the Treasure Valley. We are there on a regular basis. Staff is amazing and the owners put on some amazing events.

Food selection better than it was a year ago. And the price for a burger and fries has DROPPED. Yes it's now $18 for the burger and only $1 for the fries. A year ago it was $24 for the combo. Now all they have to do is to allow more than one refill on the tea. Ok I'm not into wine and they do have the best selection of food at any winery that I know of. The ambience is great and they have even added some very nice shade umbrellas on their patio. I can now recommend them and would even go there more often than I expected based on previous visits.

One of my favorite wineries in the Treasure Valley. I’ve been coming here for seven years now and recently hosted a large event in the barrel room (and another in May!). The food is amazing and the staff is always so helpful. I suggest visiting for food and ambiance, not just the incredible wine!

This place is beautiful but had poor service. No refills were provided and the staff did not come up to tables often. Furthermore, we ordered dessert and by the time we came back to the table there were flies all over the cake. When we asked for one of the desserts to be replaced we were told “this is the last piece. But there are no visible issues with the cake so it should be fine”. We were not offered any alternative or anything to make the matter better. Lastly, the drive does include about 20 minutes of a dirt road at the end.

We tried the wine flights, a delight. Dinner on the patio was so relaxing, food was good. It’s nice to dine without a lot of noise and traffic. I would recommend highly.

10/10, so much fun! Enclosures are clean and animals are healthy and seem very content! Plus animals are social! The camel came over when we called him, many animals love the attention, even the ones you can’t feed. I feel like that says a lot about their care when the animals actually like people. I struggle a lot with animals in captivity, but this place just had a different feel. Happy animals make me happy. I’m adding Babby Farms to my list of places to bring friends and family when they come to visit and you should too! I can’t wait to impress my niece with the experience of PETTING a kangaroo. We went on a hot day and it was a struggle in the outdoor enclosure. Make sure to bring a hat and lots of water. Can’t decide if my favorite was those adorable otters, the super alert fruit bats flying around or Mario the Spider Monkey. Oh my word he was special. That monkey had us all falling head over heels for him.

A great place for birthdays and large groups! We had my sons 2nd birthday there and they were amazing! Super helpful and let us rent 4 picnic tables for the day. Love that kids are free under 3 and the facility was clean, friendly staff, and a wide variety of animals. We loved that you can go into the pen with the kangaroos and pet them and you can do that with the goats as well. We all thought this was better than the Boise Zoo! We will definitely be back.

This place is great! Had family in town visiting we decided to check out babby farms. Glad we did! it was great everyone from the 2 year old to the 70 year old enjoyed it. The animals all seem well taken care of, they also all wanted to be loved on, this will be a regular stop when our family visits. We will probably come a few more times this summer. Lots of different types animals.

We've visited Babby Farms many times in the last few years. The recent renovations/expansions are fantastic and the upcoming plans look great as well. They have a good variety of animals, most of which I understand are rescues. This is a special place for the kiddos in our life and they especially love being able to hand-feed the hooved animals. The animals are so cute, I think people of all ages will really enjoy visiting.

We hosted my daughter’s 7th birthday party here! Texas, the Zookeeper/manager reserved the entire picnic area and didn’t charge us a dime! We were allowed to bring our own food and decorations. Our kids and parents loved it. So clean and interactive and you can tell the animals are well cared for and loved. Thank you for making my daughter’s birthday incredibly memorable!

This place is cheaper than the Boise zoo. Unlike the Boise zoo, you can interact with most of the animals here, and you can feed them. Great for kids!

We had such a wonderful experience at this  zoo! It was my first time ever getting to touch a kangaroo, and it was truly unforgettable. The place is so welcoming, peaceful, and family-friendly — perfect for making special memories together. The staff are kind and helpful, and you can feel how much they care about the animals. Such a great spot for families of all ages to enjoy and learn.

Wonderful winery. Great atmosphere with excellent wines. Friendly owners/staff who are top quality like their wine.

Always a fun time! Great wine, and great company! Annnd I love going when Naomi’s Curated Collection is there!!

Cool winery. Great service and view!

First time visiting this lovely place. We had a great time. The wines were very tasty. Sat out on the patio and enjoyed the view and a good bottle of the wine. They dedicated their labels to the First Responders, had to buy several bottles to take home to my son who is a paramedic and to a former coworker, who is now a Fire Chief. Next visit back to Boise, we will be going back.

My absolute favorite family! Love this winery and the staff is amazing! If you get a chance to come by you will not be disappointed!

Sol Invictus is a wonderful local family winery in Star. The family and staff are friendly and personal, attending to every sipping need. The venue is beautiful with a comfortable tasting room. The garden setting overlooking our treasured valley is lovely. This is an awesome locale for special gatherings. On occasion, a musical delight is offered. The wine selection is great, and the Malbec is special. Tones of wonderment in this special place.

This was our first trip to Sol Invictus. What a nice winery. We were the only ones there so we received the royal treatment. Took our bottle of wine to the patio to enjoy the beautiful view. The wine was a wonderful Syrah, just the right amount of dryness and flavor. I think it compares nicely to any of the Snake River wines here in the valley. We’ll definitely be back. Thank you for a nice afternoon.

The Idaho State Capitol carries an elegance that never fades. The marble staircases, tall columns, and streams of natural light create a setting that feels both grand and intimate. Photographing portraits and engagement sessions here is always inspiring—the space itself adds depth and meaning to each moment without overpowering it. It’s a place that feels timeless, and one I love returning to again and again.

The Boise Capitol Building is such a classic and timeless spot for photos. Between the marble columns, grand steps, and soft light, it gives every portrait a touch of elegance. Whether it’s engagement, bridal, or graduation photos — it’s always a favorite backdrop downtown.

What a wonderful State Capitol. We have our 50 State Capitol challenge. This is number 39! It’s open 7 days per week and we arrived before sunrise and had a wonderful tour. Lots to explore. Out of session times (Jan-March) one needs a guided tour to see the House and Senate Chambers. Love to see the replica Liberty Bell on display at the foot of the steps.

The Idaho State Capitol is one of my absolute favorite spots in Boise for elopements, bridal sessions, and editorial shoots. There’s something so timeless about the clean marble architecture and soft window light. It makes every moment feel elevated and romantic without needing much else. I’ve photographed everything from intimate "just-us" elopements to European-inspired bridal editorials in this space, and each time I’m amazed at the variety it offers. The light shifts gently throughout the day, wrapping couples in warmth during afternoon portraits and creating jaw-dropping editorial shadows by early evening. The backdrop is stately and refined, yet somehow still playful, perfect for capturing both quiet glances and bold, creative moments. If you want your images to feel both timeless and artistic, this is the place. It’s iconic Boise, but it also feels like you’ve been whisked away to Europe for the afternoon. And best of all? No permits. No stress. Just show up and make magic.

Awesome interior. Notice the compass rose on the main level and one floor below. Look up to the top of the rotunda and see how the night sky could look from this location. Oriented north south, with the House to the east and the Senate to the west. Go up to the 4th floor and check out the displays on that floor. Make sure to go to the gift shop floor, there you will see the history of Idaho and some of what makes it the great state it is today!

Beautiful building with extremely rich local history. I love how accessible it is to the public

The Idaho State Capitol is a stunning and well-preserved piece of history right in the heart of Boise. The architecture is impressive inside and out, and the building is open to the public for self-guided tours. It’s a great spot to learn about Idaho’s government and history, and the marble interior is truly beautiful. A must-visit for anyone exploring downtown Boise.

It was worth the negligible amount of money to tour. A couple of things that I found interesting was the number of inmates that had 'must relocate to California as a condition of their parole' the first time I saw it I thought 'thats interesting...' the 3rd time I thought 'wait a minute ' lol. Check it out, its worth seeing the gallows where they hung the death row inmates. They have a gift shop and I thought that it would be interesting to be arrested for stealing from the Idaho State Penitentiary gift shop but I didn't do it

What a great sad place to see history, in a since. I could feel the energy the prison had. The peeling paint, beds, the doors all felt very cold. They had tours if you wanted to do that,a small gift shop. Admission was pretty good. I recommend going to see it.

The Old Idaho Penitentiary is a fascinating and very well-preserved historic site that’s absolutely worth visiting! Walking through the old cell blocks, solitary confinement rooms, and the guard towers gives you a real sense of what life must have been like back in the day. The exhibits are detailed and informative, covering both the prison’s history and the stories of some of its inmates. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer questions, which makes the visit even more engaging. It’s a perfect stop for anyone interested in history, architecture, or something a bit different from the usual tourist attractions. Plan about 1–2 hours for your visit — and don’t forget your camera, the old stone buildings make for great photos!

We had a pretty big group and got a guided tour and we were so glad we did. Leslie was our guide and she was amazing very energetic and so informative especially with the kids in our group asking questions. Would highly recommend coming and having her be your guide. Also the prison is awesome, definitely need to go see it at least once.

This is very interesting and, frankly, creepy and beautiful at the same time. This prison was built in 1870 and it's one of only four territorial prisons open to the public today. Certainly worth a visit. There are many buildings you can go into and some you can only peer into. It was in operation for 101 years and during that time there were escapes, scandals and the transition from Boise's "wild west" to a modern capital city. The prison closed because it was falling apart and conditions for prisoners were cramped and dangerous. Amidst the ruins there are gardens. One can tour old cell blocks, learn about notable inmates, see where some people were kept in solitary confinement or on death row and where they were hung. There are guided tours for an additional fee. Most of the site is handicapped accessible. Some upstairs areas are open to the public but are only accessible via stairs. Visual aids are available for guests unable to access these areas. There are restrooms and a gift shop on site. An admission fee is charged. One may also buy a combo ticket that includes the Idaho Botanical Garden next door which was built on former penitentiary grounds. Parking is free on site.

Really neat experience! I took my kids age 8 and 9 (self guided tour) and they really enjoyed it although it probably put a little fear of breaking the law into them too 🤣 💅. The employees were really great and friendly. Enthusiastic to share information even if your not in a tour group. Cheap family outing, I can't believe I haven't gone sooner! Last check in is 4, closes at 5. I can see why it closes before dark lol CREEPY even in the daytime! We arrived at 4 and were able to do it in an hr, but we did cut it close, so depending on how much time you want to spend in the weapons room and cell blocks you may add a bit of time to that.

Cool part of Idaho's history. The self tour is more than adequate to get a feel for the old structures of the penitentiary. Definitely worth visiting.

Pros - Beautiful! Glorious! Clean! Serene! Easy parking. They provide dog poo bags, so it'll be sure to use them. . Note - Not for bikes, but wheelchair accessible throughout. It is recommended to bring a map or follow yourself on GPS. There are restrooms at the parking lot, as well as inside the trails. Don't forget bug repellant. Some trails are off limit , so be careful. . Cons - Could use a few more benches scattered around the park.

🌿 One of My Favorite Spots for Sessions! 🌿 I've photographed at Kathryn Albertson Park many times, and it never disappoints. The beautiful natural setting, winding paths, and peaceful vibe make it ideal for relaxed, genuine moments. It’s a go-to location I always trust to deliver a stunning gallery. Highly recommend!

So beautiful and full of nature. If you go early enough the catfish are out in the pond they are huge! There is wildlife there though so I would recommend going with someone and not alone. Ive seen an adult deer thete before.

Beautiful tranquil area to walk year around! Especially vibrant in the fall, but we have enjoyed it even on cold winter days. You don’t need to go far to feel like you’re surrounded by nature.

My wife and I go usually once a week and we live in Kuna. Our dogs love it. We love it there too. Plus it is cooler inside the park, which helps in the hotter months. We see lots of fun animals. Very easy walk and is wheel chair accessible. Saw the Marry Me in rose petals the day I wrote the post.

This park is really large and so many 🌲 here to see. There is no playground equipment here. No basketball, 🏀, no baseball ⚾️, no soccer ⚽️, volleyball at this kind of park. This is a place for people to walk the trails which they cross cross all over this park. There are lakes and ponds all over this park. It is so very peaceful here and with all the trees there is plenty shade here. They do have a restroom on the trail. They have a picknick that you can reserve for a medium size of people. This place is what we need downtown Boise.

Such a hidden gem! Well, I say hidden because I thought it was just another park and a lot of people I’ve talked to thought the same! It’s such a beautiful spot for a nature walk! And awesome with kids as well. Love that there’s a short or long route. Ducks, birds, turtles, a beaver, dragonflies, pollinators, and I’m sure even more wildlife I didn’t spot!

My wife and I were riding e-bikes along the Greenbelt river on the opposite side of Boise State and we came access the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights memorial along the trail. It was pretty cool because we were in Amsterdam this year and got to visit the Anne Frank House. To truly see what she went through and to walk the same steps that she did in her house was breathtaking. I’m glad memorials like this are up around the world to remember what happened!

The memorial was under construction when we went, so we were only able to see the lobby inside and the quote garden. We talked to a wonderful volunteer and had such an interesting talk. The quote garden is inspiring and Anne's quotes so sad to think about.

A beautiful memorial next to the Library!. Take your time to explore, read the quotes on the walls, listen to the stories(audio boxes) and enjoy the sounds of the water feature. There is parking at the Library and a bridge you can walk over next to the memorial.

It was under reconstruction but still very inspiring. I'm looking forward to to going back when it's complete.

This a beautiful, well thought out memorial. This is a great spot to spend an hour. There is a good mix of visual, audio, and a/v media in this space. The water installation was out of order for maintenance, but I'm sure it's an amazing element when it's in use.

A beautiful place to spend an afternoon. The quotes, stories, and architecture are inspiring. A meaningful tribute to those who stand up for what they believe in despite what others might say. 10/10 recommend. A must visit in downtown Boise.

Beautiful park area - I don't care for the narration boxes that much but the quotes on the walls are very moving. Lovely water features and very calming. It's right on the green belt, so it gets a lot of traffic.

I've been to a few zoos in my time and I've never seen the red pandas as active as they were at the Boise Zoo. They were eating, they were walking up and down a sky bridge, they were romping. The zoo is in the process of adding additional animals, so some construction, but nothing invasive. Aside from one sleepy fox, all their animals seemed very active. The zoo is clean and easy to navigate and reasonable in cost. I also went on a warm day and it seemed laid out well to provide shade and relief from the sun. Would recommend.

Well I never went to the zoo I went to Art in the park I don't know if that's its official Title, but there was a ton of very unique booths, something for everone, No Junk. It was well worth my time but the zoo I have been there before and the zoo is really nice it's small but it's well done the kids enjoy it. there's usually not a wait, today was half price! there's other things to do in walking distance. There's the Discovery Center for kids, The Boise Art museum. The Rose gardens. If you get too hot if you get on the green belt and there's a path of long trees and you don't see anything else the river's just on the other side of the trees literally

This is our second visit and I can honestly say, we love it. Yes, a lot of the enclosures were not occupied and there is a lot of construction but I can see where they are taking it and I’m excited. Today, while we didn’t get to see a ton of animals, the ones we did see actually “interacted” with us. We got to feed some giraffe and have a great day!

While this zoo is not as big as the Portland Zoo in Oregon or the Woodland Zoo in Seattle, it packs a big bunch in variety and kid friendliness. The red panda exhibit was so cool and they were very active. My 9yo and 1yo had so much fun. The farm animal petting zoo section was a great end to the experience as well. Next time we are in Boise we will be sure to come back.

You can tell the animals are well-cared for. They are active and appear healthy. The zoo is much larger than you would expect, there's a lot of development to improve each of the animals paddock. The family loved the zoo, this is a must see for anyone that loves animals.

For a small zoo it's very cute. The Red Panda enclosure was so awesome. There was plenty of staff around to ask questions. We are excited to see what they will bring with the new construction. My only issue was the windows aren't very clear in many enclosures so it was hard to see some of the animals.

I was so disappointed in my visit here. None of the animals were out all the Exhibits were closed or moved or under construction. I think maybe we saw seven animals in a n hour. This zoo needs some grants some donations something to make them worth going to. I was so disappointed I wanted to ask for a refund for my time there.

Taking my kiddos to the Boise Greenbelt is a great way to spend a beautiful day in the treasure Valley. I’d highly recommend it for anybody who wants cool little nature walks along the Boise river.

25 mile, mostly paved, greenbelt trail following the Boise River. Absolutely gorgeous and green, with pathways lined with lush trees! Kid and dog-friendly with so much to do. The trail provides access to so many different parks, museums, Zoo Boise, Warm Springs Gold Course, Boise State University, and even a food truck park! The river is also available for fishing and tubing. The trail is littered with electronic scooters available for rent (via a mobile App). I used one and it was a blast, but it does become a bit of an eyesore when there are so many lying around.

Beautiful paved bike trail. Passed bicyclists, scooters, and people walking. Biked from the Zoo to past Garden City. Trail ended on the east side of the river. Might be better to ride on the west side of the river. Will definitely be back and rent electric bikes and do all of the trail.

Such a lush vegetated place to walk or ride your bike. I walked the entire path then rode an electric scooter back to my car. The Spin app is so affordable and I got back very quick.

I stayed at the Park Center Marriott and walked the Green Belt on my visit twice, once w a friend who brought her dog. We entered through the parking lot by the Refuge at Park Center. The path was paved for probably a mile and then was a dirt path but well maintained. There were lots of people walking dogs. You could walk down in the river bed in many spots to take photos. We saw tons of hawks, geese, and my friend saw a bald eagle. Apparently it’s a great spot for bird watchers who know other birds. People were very friendly and dogs were most on leashes and had good recall. You’d want boots on the dirt path this time of year as it had icy spots and was a little muddy but not bad. There were garbage cans along the path and people kept the area pretty free of trash.

Simply an amazing bike and walking path along the fast running (9 May 2023) Boise River. Highly recommend.

We did the green belt from the stadium to Eagle. It is the prettiest stretch of the system. We saw owls, deer, beaver marks, and of course goslings. Beautiful riding.

The Jelly Roll and Post Malone Concert at Albertsons Stadium was amazing! Only negative thing was parking and road blockage. Great place to see a huge concert!

The stadium is always clean. They handled the biggest concert they have ever had pretty well! They could have had more food options so shorter lines. Always a great view no matter where you sit!

Excellent place for an outdoor concert. We pre paid for parking and it took us over 1 1/2 hours to go the last one mile to the ramp. For fifty bucks they could have had a better way to direct prepaid parking from others

We traveled to Idaho and made the time to see the famous Smurf Turf blue football field at the BSU Stadium. You will need to park in the west parking lot. It’s not very well marked. And from there enter and they will assigned someone to escort you out so you can view the field and take pictures. The people assigned to take you to the field are alumni’s and they can answer all questions and they’re very friendly. Make sure you check the schedule of the days and times that you are allowed to visit the Stadium. To see their Stadium in person was so incredible.

Had a great time visiting this stadium. The blue field takes some getting used to, but it was okay. Boise is a wonderful city to visit. Very clean and felt safe walking around the city.

Had a great time at the BSU game. The atmosphere on the outside and the parking lots before the game was great and inside it was fantastic.

Attended the FSU vs BSU game on 11/1, it was my first blue turf game and it was awesome! Unfortunately BSU lost but I was born I'm Fresno so I was happy for FSU as well. The lines for the concessions were long but seemed to move pretty quickly, clean bathrooms as well. Entering the stadium was a little confusing, a gate to enter the property, a gate for security then another gate to get your ticket scanned...seems they could eliminate one of em but it was easy enough to navigate. There's not a bad seat in the place and the atmosphere was electric!...the Boise fans are awesome and loud! I'm looking forward to coming back up for another game.

Such a fun place for all ages! The water is shallow and there are great features for little kids. There's plenty of shade or sun depending on what you're looking for. Parking is ample.

Super fun! Admission into the park was only $7, we also rented paddleboards there and it wasn’t too bad. Even on a “busy day” it was still easy to navigate around people. Would definitely go back.

Great place to go paddleboarding, the water is so refreshing!

Rode the Green Belt from 43rd street garden city. Found the planets and followed them to the sun. Pretty cool.

An absolutely gorgeous place to take in the sunset views! This would be the perfect place for a sunset picnic in June. Pictures are worth a thousand words so be sure to check them out.

Such a great destination, just 25 minutes from downtown Boise! Picturesque both the drive and the park itself, gorgeous backdrops paired with a soothing sound of running water. Please make a reservation for their bbq area ( theirs is a big gazebo to guarantee plenty of shade ) for group parties! There’s a fantastic walking and biking path that is smooth and protected with a rail on one side. Bathrooms were clean and the daily fee to use the park was seven dollars. Make sure to bring cash for the service fee. So go, what are you waiting for! You won’t regret it!

Such a great little spot:) Sandy beach is definitely a nice place to cool off and spend time with family and friends. They have adequate parking and bathroom facilities. They also have a little store to rent paddle boards and snacks.

Super peaceful in the morning times. A great place to go out on a date or to just enjoy a good meal, bear and music night.

Beautiful spot to stop and relax. Really enjoyed watching all the ducks.

Whoever takes the time to put up ALL those lights during winter needs a massive raise.

The lights were so amazing with the family and not super cold this year. The fire breathing dragon is my favorite

I'm trying to find out who own that small vineyard on the corner of S Kimball Ave and the Indian Creek Trail. 1. The Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon need to switch labels. The Cab is labeled Syrah, and the Syrah is labeled as Cab. You can easily do a leaf verification. 2. They aren't being managed and I know people that would volunteer to prune and manage the canopy. 3. Please do not get rid of the vines, or I volunteer to move them.

I love everything about this plaza. They out on amazing events, the splash pad us legit, and there are public bathrooms you can use.

Beautiful park, beautiful lights! Thank you for doing this for the public, my family and I really enjoyed it!

The Outlaw Music Festival was good. Grass seating was fine and the $65 price was fair, but it’s hard to find the direct sale site vs all the scalpers. We brought folding backpack chairs. There is no free drinking water that we could see, you must pay $5 a pint, which is ridiculous. There was plenty of parking nearby. The sound was good even far back, but too loud; we used earplugs. Plenty of food truck variety.

Been coming to the Idaho center for years. From monster truck shows to rodeos to concerts they always put on a good show. We love enjoying concerts from the lawn. Lots of room so you’re not bumping shoulders with everyone like you would at one of the downtown concert halls. Bathrooms are usually clean and lines aren’t too bad. The food trucks are good with a good selection of local eateries to get food from and they have a beer garden. Like many others be ready to spend ~$15 per beer this includes draft and cans.

Good venue for summer concerts outdoors. Quality sound system. Good restroom availability. Good choice of food options. Staff and wonderfully helpful and kind. Wish there were more drink options (think local microbrew) and better prices. $15-$25 for a beer is silly.

Worst concert venue. Too many tickets were sold. Way too crowded, the lawn area is insanely steep, don’t worry about missing leg day the day of your concert because you’ll be working out your calves the whole night standing on the lawn.

Great outside and inside concert venue! Have been many times to both. Parking is also great which isn’t always the case in these venues.

Love all the artist they get book. Yet horrible outside venue every time we have gone to a show there is no screen so the artist always looks so small and far away when you just buy a normal GA ticket. Also, when you buy the stadium tickets, they don’t face the stage so you’re closer but still can’t see the artist. Really hope that they get screens one day.

We love the outdoor consents at the Idaho center. We have recently seen Red Clay Strays and Wierd Al. They were both amazing!

We went to the Warhawk Air Museum as a part of our trip to utah, and man it was so fun! They have scavenger hunts for kids (they look for certain artifacts) that can gain them a price, and are relatively easy. They also have a bunch of retired veterans everywhere, so if you ever need help, they were there. I do admit though, some of them acted like our personal guides, which we appreciated but it made it very hard to have a thought on anything we were seeing because he was going so fast. Most of the photos were from the Japan section, but there are so many stories behind every artifact! There are basically 3 parts to the museum, front, middle, and back/out door. Or that’s at least as far as we explored. There were NO BATHROOMS that we saw, so be prepared. Museum was an over all awesome experience!

Great museum! Obviously they have a ton of different airplanes, but they also have hundreds of items in display cases with a lot of information. It stretches from WWI through to 9/11 and the Global War on Terror. There is a small gift shop as well and just past the entry they have a long line of binders with biographical information on different veterans. Definitely worth visiting, they have three different sections covering various periods and according to the staff all the aircraft are air certified and can fly.

Great weekend hanging out with the family. We came from California and spent a few hours at the museum. Lovely place. There is so much to see

We went on Saturday the 1st for the Veterans Breakfast. We had Maverick and Goose with us. Both in there flight suits and Goose in his airplane. They do a wonderful job putting on a pancake breakfast with eggs,sausage and hashbrowns. Juice and coffee too. I even saw a couple of people I knew. It's really fun to walk through the museum to get to the breakfast. We walked through a different part on the way out. The kiddos love the airplanes.

Love this place! Educational museum and lots to look at. The special events are always done perfectly. The staff, and volunteers, are all nice and knowledgeable. If you are a fan of aviation and history, it's worth the visit.

What a great museum. Saw a lot of fellow veterans there. The descents are very friendly and helpful.

A good collection of beautifully-maintained aircraft, but what sets this place apart are all of the historical documents that have been reproduced and made available for visitors to review. It would be possible to spend an entire day here.

Really neat place! We really enjoyed the education program and getting to see so many birds up close. The volunteers and staff were very friendly and had lots of info to share. The history of the Peregrine Fund was inspirational to learn about and it's nice to know that so many people are passionate about protecting our native species. Seeing such beautiful wildlife up close was a rare & beautiful experience. The gift shop was also full of great souvenirs!

What a great show! We went for Fall Flight and thoroughly enjoyed it. The guides give the history and status of the birds of prey, such as the California Condor, along with the flights. It was a really hot day, and Rachel (a guide) had to go chasing after one of the birds. She stayed chipper and upbeat, even as she had to be sweltering! Well worth the trip.

This place is awesome for learning about birds of prey. There's something for everyone irrespective of their age. We also attended the scheduled show, which I would highly recommend. It was amazing to get a glimpse at these birds and how they hunt up close and personal. They also talked about the cool research projects they have worked on to help these beautiful birds

This place is fantastic. The staff are all super knowledgeable and very friendly. We learned so much and had numerous up close encounters with various birds of prey. I love that they are helping so many species here. Make sure that you are there for one of their shows where they bring out some of the birds. This was one of the highlights of our road trip.

Wonderful experience. We went to the flight show and it was so well done, and the birds were so fascinating! The ladies who ran the show really have it down and know their stuff. Anything you buy at the gift shop goes directly to the organization/foundation for the birds and further research. I highly recommend attending at least once!

This was our visit to the Peregrine Fund’s Birds of Prey. It was very cool to see these beautiful birds up close. The red tail hawk was pretty tame for such a large raptor. We really enjoyed seeing the Condors flying around (huge prehistoric looking creatures). We had no idea that Boise was home to the #1 birds of prey center in the world with such an amazing library of archives dating back hundreds of years! If you get a few hours to go up and see it, take the time… you’ll be glad you did.

This place is absolutely wonderful! Its perfect for families or just anyone. Its clean, inexpensive, fantastic views, and very informative. I always take guests here when they visit from out of town. The staff is super friendly. A must see is the Fall Flights show during certain times of the year. Well worth a visit.