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Parks 🌳 | Greenbelt 🚴🏽‍♀️ | Trails 🥾 | Sports ⛳️
Outdoor adventures and recreation activities for the whole family in Boise! Links and more ⬇️
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There’s just something about Kathryn Albertson Park in the fall 🍂 📍 Boise, Idaho #boiseparks #boise #boiseidaho #fallinboise taken in Kathryn Albertson Park by @boiseparksandrecreation
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We want to hear from you 🥾🚴🏽🐴🐕‍🦺 The Fall 2026 Ridge to Rivers survey is open! Tell us how you use trails in the Boise Foothills, share feedback on conditions, maintenance priorities, e-mobility and more. It takes about five minutes to complete, and your input helps guide future trail managaement decisions, education and planning efforts. 🔗 There’s a link to take the survey and make your voice heard in our bio. The survey closed at 5 p.m. on Monday, October 19. Please share with anyone who uses Boise’s trails! taken in Camel's Back Park by @boiseparksandrecreation
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Things that spark joy ✨ Have you experienced “Passage” at Redwood Park? This unique piece of public art created by James Peterson was installed in 2025. The artist drew inspiration from the beauty of nature and the delightful experience of strolling among apple orchards, paying homage to the agricultural heritage of the Ustick townsite. Clad in vibrant hues reminiscent of fruit orchards, this artwork reflects both the historical and seasonal changing colors of Redwood Park. The bright canopy above and colorful shadows below evoke a sense of wonder and tranquility. Informed by the rich history of the Ustick area and developed with community input, this artwork uplifts the neighborhood’s past and present. Passage offers an opportunity for all to come together and bask in community. Check it out the next time you are in West Boise! #boiseparks #publicart #boise #boiseidaho taken in Redwood Park by @boiseparksandrecreation
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Our penguin chicks have graduated to the main pool full time! They’re loving all the extra room to swim, dive, and explore.🐧 Zoo Boise is a division of @boiseparksandrecreation. by @boiseparksandrecreation
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October is here🌿🐛🍁🍂 Bring on the colors! Who else is #colorchasing around Boise!? taken in Kathryn Albertson Park by @boiseparksandrecreation
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Hey West Boise 📣 Harvest season is upon us and our annual Spaulding Ranch Neighborhood Pumpkin Patch event returns Saturday, October 10! Event Details: ⏰ 10 to 11 a.m. 🧑‍🌾 Spaulding Ranch (3805 N Cole Rd.) 🎃 One free pumpkin per person while supplies last 🎨 Face painting 📷 Photo opportunities …and lots of family fun! Attendance is free. Parking is available in the lot off Spaulding Lane or visitors are encouraged to walk or bike to the ranch. Thank you for respecting the site and not picking produce or pumpkins early. We want to give this year’s crop some more time to grow before we share with all of our neighbors! #boiseparks #spauldingranch #boise #octoberinboise taken in Almon W. and Dr. Mary E. Spaulding Ranch by @boiseparksandrecreation
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7 days ago
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Just a few things we love🤭 #boise #parksandrec #boiseparks #communitypartners taken in Boise, Idaho by @boiseparksandrecreation
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7 days ago
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Hit the trail and enjoy fall color in the Boise Foothills 🍂 🥾 🚴🏽 Trails across the Ridge to Rivers Trail System are in great shape this time of year! Here are some trail recommendations to get outside: Military Reserve: 🚲 Central Ridge 🥾 Cottonwood Creek 🍂 Toll Road Trail Hawkins Range Reserve: ☀️ Hawkins Loop Hulls Gulch Reserve: 🦉 Owl’s Roost 🐪 Camel’s Back (great views!) Bogus Basin: ⛰️ Around the Mountain 📩 Save this post for inspiration and visit ridgetorivers.org to view each suggestion on the map and plan your route. You can also brush up on trail etiquette! Thanks for respecting the trails and each other when you hike or ride. taken in Military Reserve Trails by @boiseparksandrecreation
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8 days ago
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On this National Public Lands Day, we’re grateful for the Boise Foothills and all of the open spaces we get to explore. Boiseans approved the first Foothills Levy for open space conservation 25 years ago. Today, it’s hard to imagine what our city would look like without the foothills viewshed, or the expansive Ridge to Rivers Trail System we know and love. It’s an honor to be stewards of this land, and continue the work to protect what makes Boise look and feel like home 💚 #publiclands #boise #boiseidaho #ridgetorivers #nationalpubliclandsday taken in Boise, Idaho by @boiseparksandrecreation
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11 days ago
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The first weekend of fall brings lots of opportunities to get outside and explore Boise! 🍁 Need inspiration? We’ve got some ideas… 🥾 Join us on National Public Lands Day this Saturday, September 26 as we celebrate Foothills Family Day! This free, family friendly event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the @jimhallfoothillslearningcenter — enjoy hands-on kids activities, tasty treats, a “Best in Nest” bird themed dress-up contest and more. Plus, our friends at @boiseartsandhistory are offering free guided tours at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. with information on Boise’s conservation legacy. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the city’s first Foothills Levy, which was approved by Boise voters in 2001. Link in bio to learn more and secure your spot on a tour! 👟 Lace up and hit the course for @fitoneboise on Saturday, September 26! With different lengths offered, there’s a race distance for everyone. Please note the course uses portions of the Boise River Greenbelt, as well as downtown streets including Capitol Boulevard. Entry into Julia Davis Park and Ann Morrison Park (where the finish line is located) will be temporarily impacted throughout the morning event. Please plan ahead! Visit fitoneboise.org for official race information and to view course maps. 🚲 Open Streets Boise presented by @boisebicycleproject returns Sunday, September 27 from noon to 5 p.m. This year, you can explore vendors and activations in this car-free community experience in the Collister Neighborhood along Catalpa Drive. Learn more at boisebicycleproject.org 🍂 If you’re looking to go leaf peeping, trees are already starting to change colors in popular parks like Kathryn Albertson Park and along the Boise River Greenbelt. Have fun, Boise! taken in Boise, Idaho by @boiseparksandrecreation
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12 days ago
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Zoo Boise is happy to share positive news about Jabari, the zoo’s 16-year-old male giraffe, following the comprehensive health examination he received in July 2026. Jabari has been experiencing some common age-related changes due to his advanced age, including arthritis and slower mobility. Zoo Boise scheduled the exam proactively to get a more complete picture of his health and gather valuable information that will help the veterinary and animal care teams continue providing him with the best possible care as he grows older. The exam was the most comprehensive Jabari has received and included a full physical examination, blood work, radiographs, hoof reshaping, and additional health assessments. Jabari took a few days to return to his normal routine and diet following the procedure, but he is doing well. His lab work was normal, his hooves were reshaped during the exam, and radiographs showed no fractures in the bones of his feet. Overall, the exam provided encouraging information and gives Zoo Boise’s veterinary and animal care teams an important new baseline for monitoring Jabari’s health into the future. He will continue with his existing senior care plan, while the information gathered during the exam will help staff monitor and treat age related changes in the years ahead. A total of 32 people assisted with Jabari’s exam. The team included Zoo Boise veterinary and animal care staff, a giraffe specialist, experienced farriers, and professionals from a partner zoo. The large team and months of preparation helped ensure Jabari received a high level of specialized care throughout the procedure and recovery. In recent years, Zoo Boise has implemented a variety of measures to support Jabari’s comfort and wellbeing, including pain management, specialized supplements, customized training, thermal imaging technology, and habitat modifications. Jabari has long been one of Zoo Boise’s most beloved residents and Zoo Boise is grateful for the support and well-wishes the community has shared for Jabari and looks forward to continuing to care for him throughout his senior years. Zoo Boise is a division of @boiseparksandrecreation. taken in Zoo Boise by @boiseparksandrecreation
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12 days ago
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The changing leaves and wildflowers blooming at Kathryn Albertson Park in Boise create a stunning backdrop for photos 🍁 That’s why it’s one of our most visited park sites in the fall, and it’s up to all of us to do our part to make sure this beautiful park and the wildlife that call it home continue to thrive for generations to come. Please keep these Leave No Trace reminders in mind if you are visiting this popular park in the coming weeks: 🥾 Stay on designated paths and do not trample or pick the wildflowers 📷 Only place photo subjects on durable surfaces (dirt, grass, pathways) and be mindful of signage 🦌 Respect the wildlife 🦮 Keep dogs leashed at all times and always pick up after them 🚫 Leave confetti and streamers at home 🚮 Pack out all trash 🫶 Be mindful of other park users Kathryn Albertson Park is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Bikes and scooters are not allowed in this natural oasis — thanks for parking them before you enter! Additionally, there’s no fishing allowed in this park’s ponds. Thank you for your help as we work to protect these precious open spaces our community enjoys! taken in Kathryn Albertson Park by @boiseparksandrecreation
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