The city regularly checks the quality of the waters in the local swimming holes to ensure the safety of the swimmers. Unfortunately both the local lakes, Eagle Island State Park and Simplot Pond, have been closed to swimming due to toxic blue-green algae. If you or your pets swim in the water you can potentially get very sick. The Boise’s Public Works Department and the Department of Environmental Quality have partnered together to come up with a safe and effective solution to prevent a bloom and get the water safe again. In the meantime, we need to find new outdoor places to splash in the water and cool off. I’ve made a list of places to check out with my family and thought I’d share the list with you to enjoy as well. I haven’t checked out many of these places, so I’m not too sure what the beaches and swimming will be like. I’ll try to keep you updated as I try them as well, and if you know of any other places feel free to share with me at karic@macaronikid.com.
Lake Lowell Park. Hours are dawn till dusk. Picnic tables available for use, along with restroom, and swimming.
Black Canyon Reservoir. Hours are dawn till dusk. Picnic tables available for use. Swimming also welcome.
Lucky Peak State Park. Hours are dawn till dusk. Picnic tables and restrooms are available.
Boise River. There are lots of places along the Greenbelt to splash in the Boise River. Please make sure to be aware of currents though when enjoying the river.
Payette River. There are lots of places to splash in the Payette river along Hwy 55. Please make sure to be aware of currents though when enjoying the river.
Jump Creek Falls. Splash at the base of a waterfall after a short hike. Hours dusk until dawn.
Don't forget to check out the Stay Cool Guide for tips on splash pads and indoor pools to stay cool this summer.
Please make sure to be safe while enjoying the water. Keep an eye on your little fish and don’t forget the sunblock.
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