Since moving to Boise I've heard people talk about Robie Creek in the context of the half…read moremarathon...what I didn't know was that it's also a dreamy little treasure where you can sunbathe and cool off! Just past Lucky Peak Reservoir about 15 minutes, you'll find a little turn out on the left hand side of the road that leads to Robie Creek. Head down that road for about 5 minutes and then you'll arrive! The nitty-gritty: This park has a humble little beach, buoys set in place that mark off where it is safe to swim, a small parking lot, restrooms and covered patios with picnic tables underneath. The fun stuff: What I love about this spot is that it is SO peaceful (at least, that's always been my experience here!). Its far enough out of town that you feel like you can disconnect from the busyness of life, but close enough that your car's gas tank won't hurt too bad from driving to it. My suggestion? Bring a paddle board with you and paddle out to the middle of the water, lay down on your board, and look up! The mix of the refreshing water, clear blue skies, cliffs surrounding the water, and lack of cell phone service out here on a hot summer day are like a little slice of heaven. Looking to get out in the sun and play in the water? Give this place a go- it's wonderful!

We spent two afternoons here fishing and playing! The highlight was sitting at the edge of the dock…read moretrying to catch some fish! It is absolutely beautiful out on the lake, and the views can't be beat. Here are some thoughts/recommendations for your visit: -The dock is NOT the place to fish with young children. It sways back and forth and kids are likely to fall in if they aren't watched carefully! Also be careful- there is lots of bird and deer poop on the dock! -It's hard to guess what might make the fish bite. Salmon eggs seemed to attract the most fish, but we still only caught one. We tried worms and fishing cheese as well. -The playground is really fun for kids, but the grassy area is filled with poop that make it hard to walk safely -The parking is so close to the lake, which was awesome!! Overall, we really enjoyed our experience here, and would recommend a visit! It's not a terribly far drive from Boise, either.

Come out and see some Nature and nice walks. The formation…read morecenter is nice too. Friendly staff.

Deer flat wildlife refuge is a beautiful area to visit and walk. They have a building along the…read morepath for birdwatching. The visitor center was open and the workers inside were very nice and informative. The visitor center educates you on the nearby wildlife you can expect to see. Definitely recommend you stop by for a little hike.

Brad is not only a great guide, he is a great person. A true pleasure to spend the day on the river…read morewith. His easy demeanor and incredible knowledge of the Owyhee River always results in a memorable day. I can't recommend Brad and his company enough.

Im updating my review, this place was the best around when Dan was guiding. Now run by Brad, so we…read moregave it a shot. you never know when a company changes hands. Anyone that knew Dan would have to expect he would turn over the rains to another amazing guide to take Owyhee over. Brad is a top quality guide and a blast to fish with. like Dan he is top shelf. We killed it on the river landing hogs all day. Food looked like he had a Michelin chef hiding in the bush preparing the lunch. Book a trip, i guarantee you, it will be one of your best days fishing.

Love this interesting park full of things to do!…read more You can park outside the park for free and walk or pay a few bucks for car entry. Dog friendly! There's walks along the water which has great views. You can also cross the bridge and do some hikes in the valley. Plenty of benches, picnic tables, and bathrooms. The hieroglyphic rocks were pretty cool but most are hard to see due to erosion over the years. We came in the winter so the park was almost empty! Must visit if you've never been. Great park for kids and pets.

Beautiful spot on the Snake River. Not crowded. Dog-friendly and lots of birding opportunities.read more

***children*** please do not allow your children to throw rocks or other items at the ducks &…read moregeese!!!!!! this is a peaceful, beautiful reserve & trail, the home of much wildlife, it is not okay to allow your children to harass the animals

What a lovely trail... that I've visited many times over the 8 years I've been here... but it had…read morebeen a few years since I'd come last... glad I came again! Whether it's fishing, birding, walking or talking... a lovely spot to bring people of all ages. With an asphalt trail around the main ponds... I'd rate this as fairly accessible. Enjoy!

Pulled in here for a quick workout Paddle and was blown away by this great park. It's a perfect 5K…read more(3.12 Miles) workout from the park down to the The secondary water control area. The water was moving pretty good, if I had to guess somewhere around 1.75 to 2.5 mph, but I was still able to get a workout and my best Mile split time was returning in the current, I took a lot of pictures along the way. I paddle all over the country, and in many other countries, I like to record my Paddle, especially first time, and transfer it from my Garmin watch to the relive app. This app creates a video of the trail and any pictures taken along the way or Geos stamped on the trail while you watch the video. It's really amazing. This park was clean, self service for Park entry if the booth is closed. Nice restrooms. Apple parking and it was mowed later in the week so it really looked nice. Saturday morning 5/3/25. https://www.relive.com/view/vdvm44P3Nxq

Growing up here, some of my best memories were spent either by the water or on the water at Lucky…read morePeak. Just a short 20-minute drive from Downtown Boise, Lucky Peak is a man-made lake offering everything from sandy beach spots to camping, boating, swimming, and plenty of space for outdoor activities. Whether you're in the mood to relax by the shore or enjoy a day on the water, Lucky Peak is the perfect local getaway!

an absolute pleasure of a visit today. i'm new to the fly, but was like a kid in a candy shop here,…read moretons to choose from. service couldn't be better, top notch; Lucas and Cooper especially were excellent, had time for a proper chat and made me feel right at home. Jim previously gave me a great tip that helped me wrangle in a rainbow the day after. i'll look forward to coming back when i'm in the area again. cheers fellas !

Boise is lucky to have this shop, and I was lucky to swing through when the owner happened to be…read morein. Everyone here was a real cheerful sight after a long slog of driving. Super friendly crew and a gorgeous shop with plenty of gear and expert merchandising. Nice, clean, organized, but not sparse. It's rare to find a fly shop where things are where I expect them to be, but they managed to pull it off. I'll be back, and next time it'll be to book a trip. Thanks for the local fly selection guys.

What a neat story if you stopped, read the placard's about the Fuller family and their donation of…read moreland... This park is large and lovely tucked right in the neighborhood. The pond is great for fishing and you can ride bike or walk.

This park is awesome. Tons of walking paths. A beautiful fishing pond. A fantastic playground,…read more what more could you ask for? I have never been when it was overly crowded and I enjoy the cleanliness of the park. There are always people here but it doesn't feel crowded and everyone has always been respectful of others at the park.

First time at Sage Hen! We got here Friday afternoon at 2, the exact time to check in at the camp…read moresite. It's not really a far drive out (approximately just 2 hrs) but the rough road which started I think at Ola, Idaho made it long (about an hour; pls note we are pulling a trailer). Beautiful campground with a thick forest & wide lake! They have great bike trail/hiking trail along the river, not paved but it's an easy one that our 10 year old can follow! We also explored the oh so green forest! We did kayak in the river & swam. The lake is clean, several beach spots but not sandy, just muddy. Boats can only have a speed limit of 15mh, I think the river is just meant for a fishing boats, kayaks or paddle boards though there was a boat there that drove more than 15 mph. They have few camp sites so you need to reserve months in advance, husband did in February. No cell service & no internet/wifi was a plus, I think camping is meant to be like that, we disconnect to connect! No electricity, water & sewer hook ups, but we only stayed for 3 days & 2 nights that we were able to exhaust our water just right & filled our sewer just right. Overall a great camp out! We will definitely visit again!

This is a quiet, hidden place for a nature walk off Maple Grove and McMillan Rd. Lots of ducks,…read morewater views, Mountain View's and well established paths to walk on. They also have some benches and clean accessible bathrooms. No dogs allowed unless they are service dogs.

Boise has more than 90 developed parks. Last week I visited Hyatt Hidden Lakes Reserve. It's a 53…read moreacre park that serves as a sanctuary for birds, bats, and animals. If I had known about the bats, I would've visited sooner. This park has stocked ponds and fishing. I was there for almost 2 hours. All of these photos are taken in sequence with the intention of giving you a sense of what it's like to walk through the park and loop around to the sidewalk that runs down Maple, then re-enter the park and exit. I've included a couple of short videos for your Moment of Zen. Enjoy!