Just moved near the neighborhood, and this was our very first hike here. It was a safe, easy…read morechoice! We went in early December, so it was definitely chilly and muddy from the rain the day before. However, we wore good hiking shoes, so we were dry at least. Trail took about 2 hours round trip, and the trail was dirt/rocks but easy enough for kids. Bring: water, snacks, appropriate clothes depending on the weather, dog! I brought a beanie, gloves, and warm clothes for the hike in December. I would avoid going on rainy days or if it recently rained. Mud will slow you down. There are little info boards posted along the trails - nice read. Great trail for a short walk. I hear it gets crowded during the weekends and good weather days. Go early!

3.39 miles of decent incline. Nice benches up top to sit on. We started hike at 5:50am and we're…read moreable to watch the sunrise it was beautiful. Plenty of parking down below at trailhead.

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

You guys remember that scene in the classic movie "George and the Dragon" where they stumble upon…read moresome dragon pooty and George has to stick his hand in to see how old it was? Well, that stack of pooty is this rock. In a good way. Honestly, our total hike was 11 miles and that killed me a little. A lot. But, it was overall a shady, pleasant hike with a great view at the end! I maybe would've go alone, just because you'd be hiking 4 hours by yourself. There's a parking lot at the trail head or street parking below that if the lot is full. Bring water and a snack!

Wow, oh, wow. This hike is a gem. The signs posted throughout the trail refer to it as "Freddy's…read moreStack Rock Trail", and this is considered an intermediate hike. To Stack Rock and back from the trailhead, this hike is just shy of 9 miles. I went with a group of friends and it took us roughly 6 hours from start to finish. How to get there: You'll find the trailhead about 13 miles up Bogus Basin rd on the left hand side. There's a larger gravel parking area on the side of the road. If you're going in the summer months, there is likely to be a lot of cars there. If you're not sure you're at the right spot, take a look at the map posted at the trailhead to ensure that it says "Freddy's Stack Rock Trail". I went with someone who had been before, so we made it there and back with no trouble. However, if it's your first time going, I recommend you read up on this loop or go with someone who has done it before. The loop breaks off into lots of other trails and it appears that it could be easy to get lost if you go into it ill-prepared. Scenery: STUNNING. There are gorgeous Ponderosa pine, and Douglas Firs surrounding the trail, as well as plentiful amounts of wildflowers. There are also lots of spots that overlook the forest and give you the opportunity to take in its grandeur. The photos I've posted give you an idea, but don't do it justice. From start to finish, this hike is beautiful. Stack Rock: I mean the trees and wildflowers are gorgeous, but this is what you do the hike for! After hiking 4-5 miles, you'll arrive at the stack rock formation. It's a bit daunting to climb, so take your steps wisely and consider how you'll get down before you go up! The views from here are truly remarkable though and absolutely worth the climb. Other things: - It's about 20 degrees cooler up here than it is down in Boise (and it's a bit windy). Bring a jacket, you'll probably want it at some point. Even if it is in the middle of the summer. - Also, bring snacks, bug spray, and sunscreen! - I had (limited) cell service for a good amount of the hike. - Lastly, for the sake of safety...don't do this hike alone. You go pretty deep into the forest. Bring a buddy. Better yet, bring 3 or 4.

Hull's Gulch is one of the many trails behind Camelback park and is one of the main reasons why…read moreliving in Boise is so amazing. Proximity from downtown to this well-kept trail makes it fun for everyone and a great hike for visitors and locals. This trail starts a bit after the main parking lots and takes a dirt road- an SUV or truck type of car is probably best for this. I would say this is for the intermediate/expert hiker. It's around 7 miles and has some steep hills. So, hiking boots or athletic shoes are a must. It takes around 2.5-3 hours and there are tons of very picturesque places to stop along the creek (or crick, as many Idahoans say). During the summer months here in Boise, it stays light out until 9-10 pm. So I love starting this hike after work hours, without the worry of it getting too dark before getting back. You can see a lot of wildlife- birds, snakes, bugs, etc. There are usually a decent amount of people who walk their dog off-leash here. Hull's Gulch Interpretive Trail vs. the other foothill trails, there tend to be more bikers and fewer hikers. If you're into mountain biking, this would be a great trail for you!

Hull's Gulch Interpretive Trail is a roughly 7 mile (there and back) trail that meanders through…read morethe Boise foothills. It is uphill, though not steeply so (the elevation increase throughout the duration of the trail is roughly 1000 feet). We came midmorning on a Saturday and it took our party of 3 roughly 3 hours to complete (with some stopping for picture taking). The trail follows alongside a creek and so there are some picturesque spots. At the top of the trail there is a small waterfall (the amount of water depends on the time of year and snowmelt). There are informative and poetic signs (I'm not being sarcastic--truly--they have signs with poetry!) sprinkled throughout the trail and a few lovely (wide and sturdy) foot bridges along the path as well. The road to drive to the trail head isn't paved and though could be traversed by car, there were a couple of ruts that made me glad we drove our CRV and not our Accord, so something to think about if you have a low vehicle. Also, it is quite long, so I wouldn't recommend it for little ones and the path isn't wide enough in some areas for a jogger type stroller (and too rough for a conventional one). But, for older kids with stamina, it's great! Plus, given it's a there and back hike--you could always turn around at any point if it proves to much for some! The proximity to downtown is great and at the top where the waterfall is, there is also a gorgeous vantage, through a valley between the foothills, of the downtown skyline. Fresh air, gurgling creek, and nature poetry-- Get to it!

This walking trail -- no bicycles or motor vehicles allowed -- is located along the Boise River,…read morenext to the Boise Greenbelt. It extends for 1.6 miles toward the East ParkCenter Bridge. Benches are located throughout the trail and there's plenty of plants and birds that inhabit the area. Bethine Church, who died in December 2013, was a tireless advocate for conserving and protecting public lands. It was fitting that the unpaved trail was named after her.

We love exploring the numerous trails around Boise. The Bethine Church River Trail is a great…read morenature trail restricted to pedestrians. Dogs on leash are welcome. The trail is open from sunrise to sunset. In the nearby ponds we've seen ducks and swans. You can exit the trail into adjacent neighborhoods or continue on the Greenbelt trail system.

Very pretty, although it was winter. Not many birds except for ducks and geese. Saw some people…read moreparagliding, which was cool. It has a great overlook before you drive down to the area. Lots of camping sites, a couple boat docks, and even a free life vest loaner area. I only went down for the afternoon, but I would camp there for sure. Most of the camping areas are not big enough for more than one vehicle, but they are nice right up against the river. Lots of picnic grass area with tables. Overall the area is really nice and I would go camping there.

Worth to stop by and see The Birds of Prey. It's a family place, you can bring lunch and enjoy…read morethe day. The birds were amazing, the Falcon exhibit was educational. Wished I knew that fall is the best time to visit, because they said that's when more birds are displayed by doing outside demonstrations.

Beautiful trail! We hiked the Lucky Peak Trail via Homestead Trail that is accessible from S…read moreCouncil Spring Rd, off Warm Springs. We hiked it on Monday so the trail wasn't very busy. It took us 45 minutes to reach the Lucky Peak Trail going on the Homestead Trail. The total time going up was approximately 2.5 hours (walking, not running as we saw some people did- good for them!). Going down was about 1.5hrs. The summit is accessible by car from another side but difficult to get to from what I understand. BSU had some research camp set up there to study migratory birds. The views from the top are gorgeous- one can clearly see the top of Bogus Basin and all around Boise.

I drive by this park every week coming to and from work. With life being so crazy, you really don't…read moreget to stop and smell the roses sometimes. I had labs today at St. Luke's. I decided to walk from the hospital down to 8th st. to grab a coffee. With it being so beautiful out, I took the opportunity to enjoy the morning. I grabbed my coffee and went to go peep out this park. The park is simple, small and beautiful. The grass is lush, the flowers are vibrant and the vibe is calm. I walked around to check everything out. For it being downtown and all the cars that are buzzing by, it truly was relaxing. I was able to chill at a picnic table for a bit. I sipped on my coffee and absorbed mother nature. The sun hitting just right. The light coming through the tree branches. And the wind gently hitting your face. It was truly a beautiful moment. With the Capital looking all majestic in the background, it's hard not to appreciate how stunning this park is. I adore living in our little city. And I adore how maintained and magical this small park is. I'm happy I got to stop and smell the roses at the park today. Life takes over sometimes but it's so important to stop once in a while to enjoy it. You might miss gorgeous opportunities like the one I had today.

This lovely park is across from the Idaho State Capitol. It honors Cecil Andrus who served as 26th…read moreand 28th governor of Idaho for a total of 14 years. He also served as US Secretary of the Interior from 1977 to 1981 under President Jimmy Carter. Andrus was known as a strong conservationist and held strong environmental views. During this second stint as governor, Andrus vigorously opposed federal efforts to store nuclear waste in Idaho. Other than the beautifully smooth concrete paths, lovely shade trees, and bright green grass, the park has a number of captions that detail the life and history of Governor Andrus. A fabulous tribute. [Review 17771 overall - 46 in Idaho - 1292 of 2022.]