Nice clean park…read more Separates all dogs to small dogs Has turf and walk track for owners

One of the best Dog Parks in the whole Valley. Has great…read morepark with multiple trails to walk on, separated water area to let dogs swim if you want them to, a smaller water feature to run through or drink from, and a separate smaller/elderly dog area.

Fantastic place for dogs during their leash hours and very clean. Easy to get to, and the grass is…read morewell kept.

Manitou Park is a great little neighborhood park tucked away in east Boise…read more It's not a huge park, but has better amenities than some parks twice its size. There are play areas for kids of all ages, tennis courts, a basketball court, pickleball courts (yes...that's a thing), restrooms, large expanses of green for sports or picnics, and plenty of shade trees. There's a large green field tucked in the back of the park that functions as an off leash dog area daily from sunrise to 10am and again from 4pm-sunset. The only exception to this is when there are sports going on (I went one evening and there was a soccer game underway in the usual off leash area). Summer late afternoons/early evenings are the best! The off leash area is a veritable dog party! It's not a terribly convenient location for me, but, I find it worth the drive and so make my way there often (twice, just this week!). Get to it

The stairs may look a bit intimidating at first, but the hike was actually short and pretty easy…read more There was a little boy, maybe 3 or 4 years old, climbing beside me with his dad and despite all the whining, he made it to the top too! The sunset view at the top was absolutely stunning, we came on a clear day and could see the entire city blanketed in trees. Such a breathtaking sight and definitely a must-see when visiting Boise. The parking lot was easy to find with plenty of space, making the whole experience even better.

This is one of the MOST EPIC parks I've ever been to. It was filled to brim with life, adventure…read moreand just wholesome fun. I came here on a Saturday afternoon and there were kids soccer games, folks playing tennis, families working out, and all ages hiking the hills. Behind the park is even tons of winding trails for both hiking and biking. While the climb up to the top of the main hill wasn't all that long, it was definitely steep. With the sun beaming down, it felt rather invigorating and provided a nice feeling of accomplishment making it to the top. This park definitely is a special part of town and it's clear that local residents definitely cherish and appreciate it!

Lived in this sub-division for over 18 yrs. Nice neighbors - very poor property management which…read morecan create problems when the rental property is not maintained- They do not care! "Dog N Pony" show every time you place a call with no resolution- (false promises that the issue will be resolved) ! Beware lots of rental property in this Sub- division.

It's our park. I say that in complete honest. We moved into this subdivision when our house was…read morestill being built and most of Meridian was still cow pastures. We were one of the first three original model homes for the Champion Park subdivision and 12 years later, we're still here. The park has really matured from the time it was simply a dirt rectangle. First came the saplings and then the grass. Shortly thereafter, a playground was installed. Later, fencing around the peripheral of the park closed the park to the backyards of the many home owners. The basketball court and picnic shelter came in and lastly the doggie bag holders and multiple trash receptacles completed the parks accessories. I never thought about checking into my park. I naturally assumed someone had a created a Yelp listing for it but that was not the case. So one early morning Saturday, I went to check into my park and it wasn't found on Yelp. I decided take action and give Champion Park it's Champion due. It's a great park that's home to any number of dog walkers and folks who simply want a stroll. The berms and grass is politely manicured and everyone who takes care of the park does so with such care. A couple of reminders. Park is open from dawn to dusk. Once the sun goes down, park is closed No Smoking on the park grounds. I wish this was enforced a little more Dogs have to be on a leash and you have to pick up after your pooch. Again this needs to be enforced more as well Lastly in the NE corner of the park is a irrigation pond, please do not let your kiddos and your dogs go swimming in there. It's really not clean. Oh by the way don't throw rocks into the pond or near the wildlife. Take a championship stroll through Champion Park. You'll feel like you won the Super Bowl.

I'm giving this a 4 even though the rv park was under construction. You can see the vision of what…read morethis place will eventually become. It will be a gorgeous place to camp but currently it's a construction zone.

I love this beautiful park with picnic tables and BBQ grills. Lots of shade trees and a sandy shore…read morewith shallow water for small kids to wade and play. Walking trails, fishing, frisbee golf trail. Dogs must be on leash, no dogs allowed in river. Life vests available. Small park convenience store at entrance. Lots of parking. Small entrance fee if you're not signed up for $10 Idaho parks annual pass through DMV. Friendly squirrels.

We love Discovery Park! And, if we had young kids, we would definitely take them here!…read more We do have dogs though, and they are currently expanding their dog parks. Yes, there are two - one for large dogs and one for smaller dogs. Not only that, but we also walk them around the full park until they've had enough exercise. Discovery is a HUGE park with baseball fields, dog parks, a skate and biking park, plus a well-built and fun play area for kids. I'm pretty sure we walked by a huge sand pit for kids to plain too! It's loaded with things to do, and we highly recommend it!! It's clean, beautiful, and offers a huge variety of things to do!!

This is such an awesome park! It is located pretty far south in Meridian, but if you are one of the…read morepoor people that live in this restaurant and entertainment desert, then hurray for you! Discovery park mixes all the fabulous things of a traditional park with educational pieces about Idaho. The play structure is great. It has usual bits like slides and nets to climb, but it also has funky bridges, musical components and a variety of ladders. There are two very long zip lines with the attached seat, making it perfect for all ages. (Yes even my 32 year old husband thought it was amazing) There are these super fun roller slides that are fun for older kids to try and climb, but also littles who don't like to go too fast on a slide. I love that this is the rubberized surface. When you have an early walker, this is the best type of park to go to. Behind the play structure is the best part of this park. They have a water feature to help kids learn about Idaho rivers! Kids can play in the sand, dig ditches and levies and divert water streams. There is also a traditional splash pad around the side. There are three covered picnic areas, large bathrooms and plenty of parking. This is a wonderful new park addition to our community!

For much of the year, the Optimist Youth Sports Complex functions as the name implies--as a sports…read morecomplex. This makes sense--wide expanses of green grass and great parking make for an ideal spot for recreational teams to play. During the off season, however, it functions as an off leash dog area (June-early September, and again November 1-end of February). Huge fields for your doggie pals to run in make this a favorite spot for locals and their puppy pals. I bring my English Setter, Liesel, here because she needs space that will allow her to all out run and their fields provide just such a place (without ever getting too near any streets or parking areas). There are two ponds on the site. I've actually seen people fishing in one of the ponds. The ponds often have ducks in them, so if your dog is interested in birds at all, you may have a hard time keeping them out of the water (Liesel ends up sneaking in nearly every time). There are also paved pathways for strolling as well as tennis courts and picnic areas (both covered and uncovered). I love any area where I can bring my dogs off-leash and this provides a good one. I will say that though many people do bring their dogs here, it's so large that it provides less of a socialization setting and more of a space to run off some energy, which works out quite well for my girl. Get to it!

Art in the Park at Julia Davis Park…read more Art in the Park at Julia Davis Park is such a fun experience! The event is right along the Boise Greenbelt, so you can stroll through all the incredible art vendors and then enjoy a walk around the large, beautiful park. Fun fact: Julia Davis Park is the oldest park in Boise, established in 1907, and it's still one of the city's most popular gathering spots. There were so many vendors with a big variety of artwork, with something for every taste. I even found the perfect gift for my step-dad-in-law: a mountains and sun piece made out of different kinds of rocks. If you're an art lover, this event is a must-go-to. Another bonus is how easy it is to explore the area. You can rent e-bikes and e-scooters nearby to cover more ground. And every time we go, we always stop to see the giraffes at Zoo Boise, which is right next to the park. It makes for a full day of art, nature, and fun. Great place for families and anyone who wants to soak in Boise's creative and community vibe!

This park features a band shell, rose garden, public restrooms, event areas, plenty of walking…read morepaths and grass. Large trees keep it cool, perfect for picnic, reading in the park, sitting next to a big Lincoln statue, play area, tennis, or just taking a stroll. It's very close to the zoo, art museum, and two history museums, all worthy attractions on their own! Across the street from the library as well on capital. It's the cities oldest park. It was created by a donation of 43 acres in 1907 from Thomas Davis.