Talbert Performance Horses

(3 reviews)

8.1 mi

Shari and Sheena are both great to work with. They are thorough and take their time to make sure…read moreyou are able to safety ride the horse. They provide riding lessons that also include educational information about the horses including the anatomy of the horse and how to put on the saddle and bridle. They also teach you a lot about reading the horses body language. I have loved learning to ride here!

I would highly reccomend SS Ranch 77, for anyone looking to start or get back into horse riding,…read moreyoung or old! Shari and Sheena are patient, kind and articulate teachers who take a lot of pride in their training and horses. Their horses are well trained and friendly, they practice top tier horsmanship and equestrian etiquette. I rode horses when I was younger and wanted to get back into it, so I can have my own horses someday. Shari and Sheena have been magnificent instructors, teaching the anatomy of the horse, proper tack practices, hygeine and western riding. Not to mention they're two truly phenomenal individuals. 5 stars for SS Ranch!

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Arabians West

2.5

(8 reviews)

5.4 mi

This place is the LAST place I'd ever want to board or breed a horse at. Vet's won't come out, nor…read moremany farriers, due to them not paying their bills. They are NOT people of integrity. They are well known in the community and among vets, farriers and people who have sadly purchased one of their horses - well know in a very NEGATIVE way.

There are so many conscientious barns who want to help take care of your horses when you board…read more Please look at the property before you board here.

Taking the horse back after the ride.

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This guy was trying to get me! Now I know he just wanted an apple. Haha

Brookside Horse Camp

2.9 mi

My Grandchildren had a great experience at Brookside camp. Hoping to see Holiday Break Camps!…read moreWe will back! Highly recommend Brookside!!!

Hidden Valley Paint & Pinto Ranch

4.7 mi

Best place in Boise to board your horse! Pastures and stalls with an indoor arena and many round…read moreones for training. Multiple arenas and all the amenities one needs.

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Stellar Ranch

5.5 mi

I start my first lesson with this stable Friday May 15th. My trainer is Ryan and my horse I'll be…read moreriding is Lily. I have experience in Western riding and looking to advance my skills in horse training/ground work. I'll leave a more accurate review after a few lessons.

From the owner: Stellar Ranch specializes in catering to individual needs, whether it be the needs of the horse or…read morethe needs of the rider. We offer individual, locking tack rooms, an indoor heated wash bay, and equine assisted psychotherapy. We also welcome you to the Mare's Nest: a collection of local, unique art inspired by all the beauty of Idaho, such as the outdoors, horses, wildlife, nature, and family.

My new trainer Ryan.

The stalls for boarding.

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Mittleider Eventing

1.0

3.1 mi

Mittleider Eventing is competent when it comes to quality horsemanship, but unfortunately all…read moretrainers involved truly lack in people skills. Under the right circumstances this business could flourish. Not only myself, but quite a few others have felt the judgmental ways of the family, and they lack professionalism when it comes to communication and finances. Your horse may get the training he/she needs, but plan to be nickeled and dimed along the way, and don't expect to become or stay friends with this tight nit group.

Roaring Springs Waterpark

3.8

(89 reviews)

7.3 mi

Came here recently to celebrate my nephew's birthday. This place is huge! I was expecting a…read moremid-sized waterpark with a few slides and a large area for the kids to play, but I was pleasantly surprised. Not only does it have a massive waterpark with tons of slides and a wave pool, but there are also dry rides, arcades, and they're building even more slides. My nephew has been here before, so he was hyped. Oh, and the best part...they have a full bar. Fun for the whole family!

Movies in a wave pool, friendliest staff around and a chance to get wet all summer long. Ask for…read moreMalaya she's always smiling.

Vanilla Soft Serve Ice Cream

Waterslides

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Boise River Greenbelt

4.8

(74 reviews)

13.2 mi

It's crazy to say this but I have lived in Boise for 30+ years and have never been on a majority of…read morethe greenbelt. I have been to a couple spots but not a good portion of the belt. It was sunny, warm and beautiful out today so I took it as a sign to take a bike ride along the river. I started my ride at the Marigold and Glenwood entrance. I made my way down the path. A lot of construction going on for the new park that is being built by the Fairgrounds. I look forward to checking it out when it's finally complete. The ride along the river was beautiful. The trail was easy to ride and had a lot of spots you can stop at to check out. Wildlife, plant life and of course the water. Every stretch of the river is so different. I did stop at a part of the river that looked like a lagoon. The trees covering the benched area. The sun shining through the branches. You get beautiful rays of sun peaking through. It was truly a magical area. Made my way further down by the white water rafting area. People everywhere on thier bikes or folks just walking. Everyone had the same idea about enjoying this beautiful weather today. We were all soaking up mother earth. I biked all the way down to Main and Chinden. I decided to flip around. I still had to ride my bike home and didn't want to overwhelm myself with a longer ride back to my house which was another mile from the Marigold entrance. If I would have had a partner with me or have driven to the river, I probably would have continued on. But, that's for another adventure! This stretch of the river was so pretty. I'm happy I got to check it out today. It's amazing how beautiful our little city is. I'm looking forward to checking out the other side of the river heading towards Eagle. I'm sure it's just a beautiful as what I experienced today.

Spanning 25 miles and connecting several towns, the Boise River Greenbelt is an absolute marvel of…read morea public park. I just love how everyone is doing their own thing, whether that's walking, strolling, biking, fishing, kayaking or even surfing! Yes that's right, there's a section where you can actually surf the stream.. how cool is that?! There a signs at the entrances that remind people not to be a "speed demon" and also signs warning about blind curves, which I very much appreciated. We rented those Lime electric scooters and were able to scoot nearly the entire path, which felt so epic and fun. Of course, we were mindful of pedestrians, bikes and foot traffic. One of my favorites parts of the path was when went past the Boise Zoo and saw not just one, but too giraffes poking their heads up at the trees. They were ginormous and even seems to acknowledge us with curious eyes and ears. What a special treat to have such an open, accessible and convenient public space right in the heart of a city!

Sunny days on the Boise River Greenbelt!

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Hull's Gulch Interpretive Trail

4.2

(6 reviews)

14.7 mi

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!