Oregon Trail Recreation Area in Ada County offers more than 4.5 miles of trails through an open historic landscape. Families can look for wagon ruts and learn about the Oregon and Kelton trails while walking, biking or riding horses on permitted routes.
Plan your visit
Oregon Trail, Boise, Idaho 83716
- Admission
- General admission policy is not published in the reviewed source
- Hours
- Check current visiting times before travel
- Parking
- Large parking area with room for buses and trailers
- Restrooms
- Vault restroom
- Access
- Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
- Setting
- Outdoor
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🌳 Amenities & Features
- Interpretive kiosk and covered-wagon feature
- Historic trail ruts
- Multi-use trails
- Wildlife viewing
- Vault restroom
💡 Good to Know
- Parking accommodates buses and trailers. The entrance is off Highway 21, about 2.5 miles from Gowen Road.
- Shade is limited; bring drinking water and prepare for exposed weather. Keep dogs leashed and protect historic features.
- This county recreation area is distinct from Boise's Oregon Trail Reserve. Choose the correct entrance for your planned route.
Listing review date: 2026-10-15