5 Places to Take Out-of-Town Visitors in Boise to Enjoy Fall

Credit: Courtney Smith via Unsplash As Thanksgiving draws closer, friends and family begin making plans to visit. Wondering where to take your guests to enjoy Boise’s beautiful fall season? We have compiled a list of the best places to take out-of-town visitors to show them the best of Boise in the fall!   See the Foliage from the top of Camel’s Back Park: Photo courtesy of Getty Images Boise is the known as the City of Trees and what better place to see it in its full glory than up at Camel’s Back Park? Camel’s Back Park sits in the heart of the North End of Boise. The park sits at the base of a large hill in the shape of a camel’s back, giving the park its name. A short but steep hike up stairs will reward you with stunning views of the valley as the city of trees begins to change color. The park also offers a large playground, tennis courts, picnic tables, outdoor gym, and sand volleyball courts. Bring your visitors by for sunset or a midday picnic!   Explore the local Farmers Market: The Boise Farmers Market is open every Saturday through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1500 Shoreline Drive and is the perfect place to find locally grown fall produce. The Capitol City Public Market focuses more on pre-made food, art, and produce and remains open through December. Take your visitors on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Grove Plaza for some cinnamon sugar mini donuts or some locally made apple cider to experience the magic of Boise!    See a Boise State Football game: Home to Boise State University and its iconic blue turf stadium, Boise’s college football scene comes alive in the fall. Located near downtown along the Boise River, Albertson’s Stadium is the perfect place to bring guests for a fun event. The roar of one of the loudest crowds in college football and the sea of blue and orange make these games exciting even for those who are less than diehard fans. Get your tickets here!   Walk along the Greenbelt: Credit: Lysi Bishop Real Estate The Greenbelt is an iconic paved path that follows the Boise River as it wanders through Boise. Give your visitors a classic Boise experience elevated by the stunning scenery of orange and red leaves falling from the trees. Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year to walk or ride on the Boise Greenbelt. Get out on the Greenbelt and show your guests the natural beauty of fall in Boise!   Experience Hyde Park: Credit: Lysi Bishop Real Estate Sitting in the North End of Boise, Hyde Park is the perfect place to explore with guests. Stop by Java for breakfast, Parilla Grill for lunch, and Hyde Park Pub and Grill for dinner. Or, grab coffee at Hyde Perk (known for its special seasonal drinks) and wander around the local boutiques and stores that give Hyde Park its authentic feel. This is the perfect place for visitors to get a locally-made memento of their time in Boise!

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5 Events in Boise & Beyond - September 15th - 17th

Credit: Pavel Danilyuk 5 Events in Boise & Beyond 1. Public Art Walking Tour Where: Erma Hayman House When: Saturday, September 16 Time: 9:30 - 10:30 AM EVENT DETAILS HERE   2. Summer Concert Series Where: Payette Brewing Company When: Saturday, September 16 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM EVENT DETAILS HERE   3. Hyde Park Street Fair Where: Camel’s Back Park When: Friday, September 15 - Sunday, September 17 Time: Times vary daily EVENT DETAILS HERE   4. Indian Creek Festival Where: Indian Creek Plaza When: Friday, September 15 - Saturday, September 16 Time: Times vary EVENT DETAILS HERE   5. Open Air Concert Ft. Petty Theft Tom Petty Tribute Band Where: Ste Chapelle Winery When: Friday, September 15 Time: 4:00 - 9:00 PM EVENT DETAILS HERE

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Why the Treasure Valley is Great for Horses

  Credit: Alice Aksenova The Treasure Valley is home to a vibrant equestrian community and has an array of riding, training, and boarding facilities as well as countless horse-friendly trails. Whether you're experienced with horses or a novice rider, you are sure to find a place for your equine passion in the Treasure Valley.   Riding, training, and boarding facilities: The Treasure Valley boasts a variety of riding, training, and boarding options for your horses. These facilities are scattered around the valley and offer a range of amenities and services. Whether you're seeking professional training, a home for your beloved horse, or riding lessons for you or your family, there is a place for that in the Treasure Valley. Some options include:   Eicher Horsemanship - 9236 ID-44, Middleton, ID 83644 Offering riding lessons and horse training, this academy is highly recommended by its customers for both beginners and experienced riders. Customers are “extremely pleased” with the horse training offered, as stated in a review.    Stellar Ranch - 6734 E. Greenhurst Rd. Nampa, Idaho 83687 Stellar Ranch offers riding lessons, boarding, and horse training. On top of these services, this ranch is a charity that offers equine-assisted therapy to veterans and others in need. At Stellar Ranch, you can get your equine needs met while supporting a charity helping veterans and others get back on their feet.   Arabians West - 2045 E Amity Rd, Meridian, Idaho Arabians West is a full-service horse facility offering boarding, riding, and training with both outdoor and indoor facilities. Despite the name, this facility works with all breeds of horses and offers professional training in Halter, English, and Western riding.   Horseback Riding Trails: The Treasure Valley is full of scenic trails waiting to be explored on horseback. Meandering through the Boise foothills and up to Bogus Basin, these trails have vistas of rolling hills, forested pockets, and high desert expanses that are breathtaking. Whether you are an experienced rider looking for a challenge or a beginner looking for a gentle ride, the horseback trails in the Treasure Valley have something for everyone.    Boise Foothills The Boise Foothills have almost all of their pedestrian trails open to equestrian use. Some trails offer wider paths and better sight distances than others, and a list of the best trails for horseback riding in the foothills is offered by Ridge-to-Rivers that includes Table Rock, Peggy’s, Homestead Trail, and Corrals.    Bogus Basin Most of the trails at Bogus Basin Recreation Area are multi-use and open to horseback riders in the summer months. You can start from the Bogus Basin Recreation Area trailhead or the Frontier Point Nordic Lodge at Bogus Basin. Bogus does offer some trails that are downhill biking only, so make sure you stick to multi-use trails while enjoying this beautiful mountain.    Available Horse Properties: 3676 W Deerfield Drive, Eagle, ID 83616 This stunning home is within the prestigious Buckhorn Estates and sits on 5 acres of fully-fenced land featuring a 2-stall horse barn and an expansive grazing pasture for your beloved horse. The home itself is a masterpiece, with 6 bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, and sophisticated modern finishes. Gorgeous hardwood floors and expansive windows highlight this home's lush surroundings and solidify it as a dream-worthy farmhouse.   Missouri Avenue, Nampa, ID 83686  This 109-acre lot of Idaho landscape offers exciting possibilities, including continued farming use, building a dream residence surrounded by rolling pastures and views, building equestrian facilities, and more. This land can be made into exactly what fits your needs, with plenty of room for all of your horses to live large.    7788 W Cardinal Drive, Boise, ID 83714  This newly built high-end Craftsman home sits within Dry Creek Ranch. Set within the rolling expanse of the foothills, this distinguished community features inspiring views, miles of trails, an organic community farm, pools & parks, and an equestrian arena and riding trails... all located just one mile from Eagle. Dry Creek Ranch also offers boarding facilities for your horses, on top of the arena available for riding lessons and miles of trails! This community is the perfect place for you and your horses to live a life of luxury.

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