A hub for outdoor activities is Boise National Forest . The scenic park is home to steep mountains, speedy rivers and a dense forest that invites visitors to ride a bike on the bicycle path, rent a canoe or kayak, catch a fish, and eat out at the wooded picnic areas while watching wildlife.
Head over to the "Best Alley in the Valley," Emerald Lanes. Meet the gang out for some Cosmic "Glow" bowling on the finest bowling lanes, complimented by a state-of-the-art lighting and sound system. Hungry and thirsty? Check out the alley's signature Perky's Pizza and a drink at Emerald Lanes' Lane 21 Bar.
Bogus Basin is no bogus ski resort; it's Treasure Valley's local winter recreation area just minutes from downtown Boise. This mountain valley cold spot sports hours of fun skiing, snowboarding, along with a ski and snowboard school and plenty of ski equipment. So gear up and get your season pass to enjoy the coolest time!
It sure is fishy at the Morrison Knudsen Nature Center. The 4.6-acre wildlife center sits alongside the Boise River Greenbelt and offers a fish eyes view of Boise's stream environment. Popular inhabitants like great blue herons, quail, muskrats and mink will greet you on the outdoor nature walk.