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Adventure Center
Pojos Family Fun Center. 7736 Fairview Avenue, Boise, ID 83704. Phone: 208-376-6981; Fax: 208-376-6372. E-mail
Birding
Idaho Birding Trail. Along the Greenbelt and accessed from any of Boise's parks.
Indian Creek Reservoir. Idaho Birding Trail. Phone: 208-384-3300.
Bowling
20th Century Bowling Lanes. 4712 W. State Street, Boise, ID 83703. Phone: 208-342-8695.
Emerald Lanes. 4860 W. Emerald Street, Boise, ID 83706. Phone: 208-344-2695.
Climbing
Diving
Dive Magic. 2350 Vista Avenue, Boise, ID 83705. Phone: 208-319-3483; Fax: 208-319-3485. E-mail
Festivals and Events (Click link for Festivals and Events page.)
Golf
Boise Ranch Golf Course. 6501 S. Cloverdale Road, Boise, ID 83709. Phone: 208-362-6501.
Crane Creek Country Club. 500 W. Curling Drive, Boise, ID 83702. Phone: 208-514-4340.
Hillcrest Country Club. 4610 Hillcrest Drive, Boise, ID 83705. Phone: 208-343-5425; Fax: 208-343-6292.
Indian Lakes Golf Club. 4700 Umatilla Road, Boise, ID 83709. Phone: 208-362-5771. E-mail
Pierce Park Greens. 5812 N. Pierce Park Lane, Boise, ID 83714. Phone: 208-853-3302.
Plantation Country Club. 6515 W. State Street, Boise, ID 83703. Phone: 208-853-4793.
Quail Hollow Golf Club. 4520 North 36th Street, Boise, ID 83703. Phone: 208-344-7807. E-mail
Shadow Valley. 15711 Highway 55, Boise, ID 83714. Phone: 208-939-6699.
Guides and Outfitters (Click link for Guides and Outfitters page.)
Hiking and Biking Trails
Boise River Greenbelt
The tree-lined pathway follows the river through the heart of the city
with scenic views, wildlife habitat and pedestrian access to many of the
city's riverside parks. The Greenbelt is part of Bethine Church River
Trail and Idaho Birding Trail.
Camel's Back Park. 1200 W. Heron Street, Boise, ID 83702.
Julia Davis Park. 700 S. Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702. Phone:
208-384-4240.
Rose Garden, public art, Anne Frank Tree Saplings, playground, tennis,
bocce and horseshoes.
Horse Racing Track
Les Bois Park. 5610 Glenwood Road, Boise, ID.
Hot Air Ballooning
All About Fun Balloon Rides. 4725 Windward Court, Boise, ID 83714. Phone: 208-322-8626.
Boise Hot Air Company. Phone: 208-941-2625. E-mail
Ice Rink
Idaho Ice World. 7072 S. Eisenman Road, Boise, ID 83716. Phone: 208-331-0044. E-mail
Outdoor Recreation
Boise National Forest. Headquarters - 1249 S. Vinnell Way, Suite 200, Boise, ID 83709. Phone: 208-373-4100. E-mail
Biking and hiking trails, horseback riding, fishing, boating, swimming, hunting, ohv riding, skiing, snowboarding and snowboarding.
Eagle Island State Park. 8 miles West of Boise. Phone: 208-939-0696; Fax: 208-939-0696.
Swimming, waterslide, picnic area and trails. Swimming, waterslide, trails for horseback riding, hiking and dog walking and disc golf.
Lucky Peak State Park. 8 miles east of Boise. Mail: 9725 E. Highway 21, Boise, ID 83716. Phone: 208-334-2432.
Discovery Park is a popular roadside park for picnics, walking your pet or fishing in the Boise River. Sandy Point, at the base of Lucky Peak Dam is most popular for its sandy beach and clear, cool water. Spring Shores offers lakeside access for water enthusiasts by providing two boat ramps, parking, a full-service marina, on-site watercraft rentals and convenience store.
Race Park
Firebird Raceway. 8551 Highway 16, Eagle, ID 83616. Phone: 208-938-8986; Fax: 208-938-8961.
River Recreation
Skate Parks
Fort Boise Skate Park. 600 W Garrison Street, Boise, ID.
Rhodes Skate Park. 1555 W. Front Street, Boise, ID.
Snow Skiing
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area. 2600 Bogus Basin Road, Boise, ID 83716. Phone: 208-332-5100. E-mail
Sport Teams
Boise Hawks - Baseball. Memorial Stadium - 5600 Glenwood, Boise, ID 83714. Phone: 208-322-5000.
Boise State Football. Athletic Ticket Office - 1910 University Drive MS 1230, Boise, ID 83725. Phone: 208-426-4737; Fax: 208-426-2229. E-mail
Idaho Stampede - Basketball. Qwest Arena - 233 S. Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702. Phone: 208-388-4667; Fax: 208-388-3845.
Idaho Steelheads - Hockey. Qwest Arena - 233 S. Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702. Phone: 208-424-2200; Fax: 208-424-2222.
Treasure Valley Rollergirls - Roller Derby.
Sporting Goods and Equipment Rentals (Click link for Sporting Goods and Equipment Rentals page.)
Tours
American Heritage Tours - Boise Trolley Tours. Phone: 208-433-0849.
Boise Tours. Toll-free: 1-800-752-4792. E-mail
Sun Valley Express. Toll-free: 1-877-622-8267. E-mail
Thunder Mountain Line. Horseshoe Bend Depot - 120 Mill Road, Boise, ID 83629. Phone: 208-793-4425; Toll-free: 1-877-IDA-RAIL.
Water Park
Roaring Springs Water Park. 400 West Overland Road, Meridian, ID 83642. Phone: 208-884-8842; Toll-free: 1-877-420-7529. E-mail
Zip Lining
Zip Idaho. 101 Locust Avenue, Horseshoe Bend, ID. Phone: 208-793-2947. E-mail
Zoo
Zoo Boise. 355 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, ID 83702. Phone: 208-384-4125.
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