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Family- and kid-friendly outdoor opportunities put roses in the cheeks and promote a good night's sleep for everyone. Check out our listings for amusement parks, playgrounds, gardens, boat and train rides, farms and farmer's markets, nature centers, zoos, ski slopes, and more.Borah PoolParent rating: ![]() Location: 801 Aurora Drive, Boise, ID Borah Pool is an outdoor pool that is open during the summer months. It offers water play features for children. Lap swim times and swim lessons are available; see the website for details. |
Fairmont PoolParent rating: ![]() Location: 7292 West Northview Street, Boise, ID Fairmont Pool is an outdoor city pool that operates during the summer months. Lap swim and swimming lessons are available at this pool; see the website for details. |
MK Nature CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 600 South Walnut, Boise, ID The MK Nature Center (Morrison Knudsen Nature Center) offers a sample of wild Idaho on a 4.6-acre site along the Boise River Greenbelt. The Nature Center's outdoor nature walk and indoor vis...
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Catalpa ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 4516 West Catalpa Drive, Boise, ID Catalpa Park is a neighborhood park featuring a sand volleyball court, a picnic shelter, a walking path, a large playground, playing fields, horseshoe pits, a basketball court, two tennis court...
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Castle Hills ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 5350 North Eugene Street, Boise, ID Castle Hills Park is a neighborhood park featuring two tennis courts, a Little League baseball field, a basketball court, a nice playground, and playing fields. The park's restroom is open from...
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Camel's Back ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 1200 West Heron Street, Boise, ID Camel's Back Park provides access to the surrounding foothills and features four tennis courts, a playground, a picnic area, and playing fields. The picnic area seats up to 50 people an... |
Municipal ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 500 South Walnut Street, Boise, ID Municipal Park covers 28 acres of land and features picnic sites, a softball field, and a large playground. The park has lots of mature trees, offering plenty of shade during the hot summer mon...
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Veterans Memorial ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 930 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Boise, ID Veterans Memorial Park offers fishing, open space, picnic areas, a picnic shelter, several memorials, and a nice playground for children ages two to 12. The picnic area and shelter can be reser...
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Edwards GreenhouseParent rating: ![]() Location: 4106 Sand Creek Street, Boise, ID Edwards Greenhouse is a family-owned business that has been adding color to the local landscape since 1930. In addition to offering a nice selection of flowers, herbs, vegetable plants, shrubs,...
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GeocachingParent rating: ![]() Location: Boise, ID Geocaching is a free treasure hunting game that's played worldwide. Geocaches are hidden containers that are found using coordinates and a GPS unit. There are literally thousands to be f...
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Kathryn Albertson ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 1001 Americana Boulevard, Boise, ID Kathryn Albertson Park is a 41 acre nature reserve. The park's wetland habitat, interpretive walking paths, and dense undergrowth provide ample nature experiences right in downtown Boise. Restr...
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Nampa Farmers' MarketParent rating: ![]() Location: 12th Avenue South and Front Street, Nampa, ID The Nampa Farmers' Market features dozens of produce, food, craft, plant, and flower vendors, as well as local entertainers. Check the website to see what is in season and for a schedule of ent...
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Meridian Farmers' Market and BazaarParent rating: ![]() Location: 3630 North Eagle Road, Meridian, ID The Meridian Farmers' Market and Bazaar features vendors of fresh produce, specialty foods, gourmet coffee, baked goods, and crafts, plus an on-site BBQ, and entertainment. A kids' craft zone a...
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Foothills Learning CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 3188 Sunset Peak Road, Boise, ID Operated by the City of Boise Parks and Recreation Department, the Foothills Learning Center offers families opportunities to learn about the Boise foothills and the surrounding high-desert env...
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Idaho CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 16200 Idaho Center Boulevard, Nampa, ID The Idaho Center is the site of dozens of concerts, sporting events, trade shows, conventions, and shows every year. It consists of an arena, a sports center, and an outdoor amphitheater. Some ...
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