Swimming

Boise has great options to beat the heat in the summer

Here are some of our favorite swimming areas that are right out your door!

The Pools

Beginner

Boise has many public pools around the city. Two of our favorites are the Natatorium (short bike ride down the greenbelt) and Ivywild (short drive, great for kids).

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The Ponds

Intermediate

Only a 5 minute walk from the WhiteWater Lodge, the ponds at Esther Simplot Park are a great place to sit in the sand and swim in the water!

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The River

Advanced

Only an 8-minute walk from the WhiteWater Lodge you can access fun swimming areas of the Boise River at the Whitewater Park. There are also great swimming spots on the Payette and Lucky Peak Reservoir if you don't mind a short drive (30 min).

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Surfing

You read that right, Boise has surfing! The best part, it's only a 5-minute walk from the WhiteWater Lodge and you can use our complimentary surfboard!

Make sure you're aware of river surfing safety:

http://www.boardersmag.com/articles/riversurfing-tips-safety

The Boise Whitewater Park

Only a 5-minute walk from the WhiteWater Lodge, this is the place to be in the spring/summer/fall! There are multiple waves built into the river for beginners all the way up to experts. Pick your wave, stay safe, and shred!

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