Like any good mountain or high desert town, Boise has its outdoor aficionados. But what are the uniquely Boise things that must be accomplished before summer wraps up?
🕶️ Spending Time on the Water
In addition to floating the Boise River, there are a few other quintessential bodies of water that Hey Boise readers pointed out. The two most significant are Lucky Peak Reservoir (largely because it’s the closest place to go boating) and Quinn’s Pond. Both are liable to be very busy especially on weekend afternoons, but maybe that’s part of the charm.
🏕️ Hiking, Camping, and Backpacking
Camping might be Boise’s most beloved summer pastime, and for many people it’s one of the reasons they live here. But if you’re new to the area or to camping in general, it can be intimidating, so here are a few recommendations to spark your imagination.
If sleeping on the ground isn’t your thing, hiking is a worthwhile endeavor with less commitment. For example, one Hey Boise reader said their summer bucket list item is hiking all four Grand Slam Peaks outside Boise.
⚾ Attending a Boise Hawks Game
Even if camping is Boise’s favorite pastime, baseball is still a contender. A Hawks baseball game is just as entertaining as the major leagues but with nicer, fewer people. The City Cast Boise team has waxed poetic on these games before, and they’re worth it every time.
🚴🏽 Slowing Down in the City
If you can breathe through the cottonwood floating down, summer nights in Boise are magical, and there’s no shortage of ways to spend them. For some, their pick might be finding a good patio. For City Cast Boise podcast host Lindsay Van Allen, it’s outdoor movies.
One reader said theirs is “Riding my bicycle on pathways other than the main stretches of the Greenbelt.” Some recommended sections are Stoddard and Wilson pathways in Nampa, the Five Mile Creek in Meridian, and the Greenbelt in Caldwell.
