19. Quail Hollow Golf Course Ribbon of Jewels Boise River Green- Greenbelt Points of Interest–Boise Parks & Recreation In 2013, the 140-acre Quail Hollow Golf The Boise River Greenbelt serves as the uniting rib- belt Course was donated to the City of Boise. One of Boise’s most popular parks, the Greenbelt 10. Pioneer Walk P The 18-hole championship course is bon that links these precious jewels–the properties 1. Willow Lane Athletic meanders along the Boise River for nearly 25 Boise River Boise A landscaped pedestrian pathway with benches and lighting, the walkway managed by Boise Parks & Recreation. given to the city in honor of some of Boise’s finest civic Complex P miles. The pathway stretches west past the links downtown with the Greenbelt through the River Street neighborhood. www.quailhollowgolfclub.org. Six sports fields host leaders. The parks are legacies of these remark- Willow Lane Athletic Complex, and east to the adult softball leagues and 20. Alta Haris Park (undeveloped) able women and their commitment to their Barber Valley. It links Warm Springs Golf Course 11. Julia Davis Park P tournaments. Amenities also This 20-acre site was donated by the Harris family in honor of the with more than a dozen major parks providing The city’s oldest park Julia Davis, opened in 1897, community. include a tournament soccer late Alta Harris. When funding becomes available, the park will be Esther Simplot open space and wildlife habitat in the heart of and is home to Zoo Boise, the Idaho State Historical field, seasonal concessions, developed to include new sports fields, volleyball courts, picnic Park Museum, Boise Art Museum, Idaho Black History the city. While it is difficult to determine exactly playground, wetlands and shelters and restrooms. how many people use the Greenbelt, there is restrooms. Museum, Discovery Center of Idaho and an expansive Rose Garden. Amenities include four no doubt that it is one of the most widely used Bernardine Quinn tennis courts, horseshoe pits, two reservable Other Points Of Interest Riverside Park amenities in the Treasure Valley. A favorite of 2. Veterans Memorial State Park P pavilions, a playground, bocce courts and restrooms. A seasonal boathouse rents bikers, skaters, walkers and runners, it also The brick Patriots’ Walk leads to memorials and flags honoring veterans of Kathryn Albertson paddle boats for use on the pond. 21. Idaho Anne Frank Human Park accommodates commuters who welcome an alternative transportation route. all wars and the Battle of Wake Island. Amenities include walking paths, The Boise Parks & Recreation Department has added features to improve the a restroom, reservable picnic site and shelter, large playground, open play An illustrated brochure about trees in the park is available at parks.cityofboise.org. Rights Memorial Ann Morrison Park accessibility to the pathway. areas, and a lake with docks for fishing. An inspirational tribute to the Dona 12. Municipal Park P memory of Anne Frank, the 1.6- Larsen Park 3. Esther Simplot Park (undeveloped) Large mature trees provide shade for a acre memorial is located next to Greenbelt Upon completion, water features wll be the focus of this 55-acre park. reservable shelter and picnic sites. Other the Boise Public Library and The Paved and gravel pathways will weave through grassy areas, picnic shelters, features include a large playground, bocce Cabin. The site features a 180-foot Etiquette along a meandering stream, across bridges and around islands. Ponds will courts and restrooms. sandstone wall with quotes from Please observe the following philosophers, poets and presidents offer swimming and fishing access. courtesies and safety guidelines. encircling pathways, ponds and reflective water falls. A bronze statue of 13. Natatorium Pool P Anne Frank overlooks a 90-foot reading circle. Staff and volunteers offer Julia • Stay only on designated trails. One of the city's most popular municipal Davis interpretive walks for school groups and visitors. idaho-humanrights.org • Pedestrians have the right of way pools, the Natatorium features a large Park at all times. Cyclists and in-line skaters must be aware of pedestrians. outdoor pool with diving boards, a hydrotube, 22. MK Nature Center P • All Greenbelt users should stay to the right and use caution under bridges and tot wading pool, concession stand, sundecks Operated by the Idaho Fish & Game Department, the 4.6-acre site and grassy areas. at blind corners where vision could be impaired features underwater viewing stations and educational signs. Open from An offer by Tom Davis to the city • Pedestrians should not walk more than two abreast. sunrise to sunset, the center is home to a living exhibit of fish, aquatic fathers of 43 acres with the provision 14. Warm Springs Park (undeveloped) P life forms, riparian ecology and stream hydraulics. A visitor’s center offers that...the land would always and forever • Motorized vehicles and hoofed animals are prohibited. (Except for maintenance, The undeveloped park features a 2-acre wetland designed to improve water educational programs. fishandgame.idaho.gov/CMS/education/mknc patrol and vehicles for disabled visits.) quality by filtering it through a pond, marshes and aquatic vegetation. be used for public purpose...began the 23. Bown Crossing P legacy of the Ribbon of Jewels. • Non-paved sections are restricted to foot traffic only. 15. Warm Springs Golf Course P Bown Crossing is a hub of restaurants and retail businesses in a Julia Davis Park Marianne • Dogs are allowed only on a leash of 8 feet or less. Dog owners are responsible Williams Park Shaded by mature trees, the 18-hole golf course offers scenic vistas of the 35-acre residential neighborhood in Southeast Boise. A parking lot Ann Morrison Park for picking up after their pets. Foothills and the Boise River. Lessons are available for all ages and abilities. located west of Bown Way between the business district and Riverside Esther Simplot Park (undeveloped) • Cyclists and in-line skaters should maintain speeds safe for conditions. Elementary School provides access to the Greenbelt. Alta A pro shop sells equipment and apparel. Meals, snacks, and hot and cold Bernardine Quinn Riverside Park Harris • A person passing other users must notify the users that they are passing— beverages are served in the clubhouse restaurant. Open from sunrise to Kathryn Albertson Park Park 4. Bernardine Quinn Park P 24. Barber Park P example: “Passing on your left.” The person has the responsibility to pass for Boise, Idaho Boise, for sunset year round. www.warmspringsgolfcourse.com Dona Larsen Park (owned & managed by Boise State University) A popular destination for boaters, swimmers and standup paddleboard Operated by Ada County, Barber Park is the starting point for the freely and clearly. It is also the responsibility of the passer not to hinder the approximately 10,000 summer river tubers. Boats are available for Marianne Williams Park approaching user. Greenbelt Map and Guide and Map Greenbelt enthusiasts on hot summer days, the park features a 22-acre pond. Fishing is permitted. Accessible docks can be reached from Whitewater Park Boulevard rent seasonally. Amenities include pathways, open areas and an Alta Harris Park (undeveloped) • Don’t harass or encroach on wildlife. Disturbing or collecting any vegetation and the Greenbelt. events center. adacounty.id.gov/Parks-Waterways/Barber-Park or natural habitat along the Greenbelt is prohibited. 5. Boise River Park P Distance & Orientation Trail System Safety Tips Adjustable wave features entertain boaters and History of the Other The Distance & Orientation Trail System (DOTS) spectators at this river recreation park, which was created to help Greenbelt users identify The Greenbelt is a safe and popular opened in 2012. The riverbank is popular with Greenbelt Resources their location in emergencies and to find local anglers and wildlife watchers. Greenbelt users place enjoyed by thousands of people Strolling along the pathways that parallel Ridge to Rivers points of interest. The Capitol Bridge is the annually. Users should follow these are welcome to stop by and watch the boaters, starting point for the DOTS system, which runs the river, you may get a sense that this The Boise Foothills simple common-sense suggestions: surfers and stand up paddle boarders challenge east and west on both sides of the river. beautiful setting has always been here for rise above Idaho’s Capitol • Stay alert. Take off your head phones the waves! us to enjoy. However, until the 1960s the and largest city, providing and be aware of what’s going on river was a dumping ground for industrial 6. Riverside Park P a postcard backdrop that inspires and Smoke Free Zone around you. waste and raw sewage. The riverbank A plaza with statues, flags, stone benches and 16. Baggley Park P soothes the soul. An interconnected network Smoking is prohibited on the Greenbelt and all other city • Trust your instincts. If something or was choked with trash and weeds. plantings honors Idaho’s Fallen Firefighters. A new memorial opened in 2013 This 7-acre neighborhood park in Southeast Boise features a perimeter of roads and trails courses through these parks (except for designated areas in Julia Davis and someone makes you uneasy, leave celebrates the first responders at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. pathway, restroom, picnic shelter, basketball court, volleyball court, tennis In 1964, the city completed a comprehensive hills, linking not only neighborhoods with Ann Morrison parks). the area. courts and open play areas. plan and updated the zoning ordinance. public lands but also connecting people • Travel in well-lit areas. Avoid shortcuts through wooded areas, parking 7. Kathryn Albertson Park During the process, it was recommended with the natural environment. With over lots, isolated pathways or alleys. 17. Bethine Church Wildlife on the P that the city acquire land along the Boise 140 miles of trail, there is something for • y Carr a cellphone.