The only dog park in the valley that has an over abundance of shade because of all the trees!…read moreThere's a path for people and dogs to walk! A pond for the water dogs to cool off in and swim! And of course large and small dog designated areas!

This dog park has been here since 2009. Hard to believe no one has reviewed it, yet. I could be…read moreselfish and not share this place, but local dog lovers will enjoy this park. It's difficult to find, off E Amity Ave and the railroad tracks. I've been to several dog parks in CA and in comparison, this place is large and well maintained. Went around 8:30am on a Sunday and it was not too crowded. Mostly large dogs running around. . . and I mean running around. I could tell some knew the place pretty well. They were tearing the place up! Watching dogs play with abandon is such a happy sight. The main walking path is dirt and rocks and makes a circle in the park. At the back end is a nice grassy hill with trees. A large pond is in the middle and was closed off, but I'm sure is open during the warmer months. There was a man-made stream in the back area, too. An impressive small dog area is to the right side. Only saw one small dog while I was there and at one point, the owner joined the rest of us in the main area of the park. No other dogs bothered him or showed aggression. When spring comes, the grass and trees will be in their prime and this park will just be beautiful. I included many photos, because words can not do the place justice. I gave 4 stars instead of 5 because parts of the park is showing wear and tear.

Our dogs love it here! Great atmosphere, friendly staff,…read more Chill vibes and awesome dogs.

With how active Idaho Pups and Ales (IPA) is on their instagram, I'm surprised that they don't have…read morean official yelp business page! So here's my review- Someone might ask, "Hailei, you don't even have a dog, why do you go to IPA?" Valid question! I mean, I got my dog fix without having to own a dog. And in today's instance, I reminded myself why I don't own a dog. One of the main reasons I do like going here is I'm a big fan of Hard Kombucha, and they're one of a few select places that serves Boise Booch! This time they had spiced apple on tap which I wrote in my review of Booch that it's one of my faves. The 2 times I had been here before, it was 100% a 5 star experience. This time dogs were just a little too rambunctious for me. People might say that's dumb for me to even make a remark, I mean I'm literally at a dog park. But I think regardless of the situation (I mean let's say I was at Payette) if I'm sitting down keeping to myself, I would prefer my drink to not be knocked over into my lap. Overall it truly is a great concept and the staff are extremely friendly! (Pictures are from a previous visit)

Pros - Plenty of available seating inside. Big doggie play…read moreareas. Staff diligent on pet mess clean-up. Some interactive play structures for dogs. No kids! (Love that). I was told that the club was open for at least 3 years and I was surprised, because it looks very new and well taken care of. Good extensive menu of drinks, with a generous number of non-alcoholic options, and a smaller food menu, but adequate as this is not a restaurant, and you just are looking for a quick bite. . Cons - Bit of frustration checking in on the app, and in person, but I was helped professionally. Rocks & mulch difficult for walking, no options for grass or AstroTurf outside. Gate that swings over the rocks was difficult to use, especially if one-handed. Men's restroom arrangement was odd, as there was only one urinal, and it was child size, then two toilets, but one did not have a door. They should have more seating upon entry before entering into the club proper. Unfortunately, there were no dog treats available and the only toys they provide are full size tennis balls. The day we went was not crowded, but the parking lot was, which makes me concerned if I happen to go on a day with many dogs, and owners, then I won't be able to find close parking. My smaller dog was approached by two larger aggressive dogs that did snap at my dog, and the owners took control to correct the situation, but staff did not. . Conclusion- I would return, but honestly it is not a convenient location for us, so I would not make this a regular place to visit.

What a great place this is to take your furry friend and enjoy some time in a laid back,,clean…read moreplace with people that love dogs! There is a bar with beer and ciders on tap and canned choices. There is also some bar treats to enjoy. The area is large and there is a covered and uncovered area. Everything is kept very clean too. This is like a dog park with perks. They also recently added grooming and our Stella has never looked better; We were very impressed with the service and how the dogs are treated. There is a choice of membership or day passes. This is a place where dogs and humans can socialize.

Nice quiet park to walk your dog in. Playground and lake with geese and ducks are there too. It's…read morevery clean and feels safe there because it's right next to a nice neighborhood.

Mariposa Park is one of my favorite spots to take my dog. The fenced dog area has a big open space…read morewhere she can run and play, and afterwards we walk the nature trail and loop past the little pond. It's peaceful, usually not crowded, and tucked away in a quiet neighborhood so it feels like a hidden gem. The butterfly theme is really cute ("mariposa" means butterfly in Spanish) and there's a pollinator garden with signs about Monarchs and other pollinators. It's not the shadiest park yet, so on hot days I bring water for both of us. There's no playground here, but if you're looking for one, Winstead Park is just a few minutes away. If you want a calm, dog-friendly spot away from the busier parks, this is a great choice.

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!

This park exceeded our expectations! Super clean with fun obstacles, ample water and shade. We'll…read morebe coming back for sure!

We parked at Ann Morrison Park after floating the Boise River from Barber Park. Parking is free and…read morethe park is huge, beautiful, and full of activities. It is especially great for dogs with the large off-leash Dog Island that has open play areas and even a swim pond. This 153-acre park was created in 1959 and also hosts events like the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic. Highly recommend it for a fun day in the sun!

HUGE, well manicured. A trek to restrooms if needed. Not enough benches! Also needs better dog park…read moremaintenance and benches, canopy. Unfortunately way too much fuck & geese poop to safely use dog island.