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Council Valley Museum

Council, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Museums & Learning

Council Valley Museum explores more than 150 years of Adams County history at 100 South Galena Street. Its published Memorial Day–Labor Day visiting season has ended for 2026.

AdmissionAdmission price is not published
HoursMemorial Day–Labor Day: Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Sundays, Mondays and holidays
ParkingFree parking
RestroomsVisitor availability is not published
AccessSpecific accessible facilities are not confirmed
SettingIndoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • πŸ›οΈ Local history exhibits
  • πŸ“· Historical photographs
  • πŸ“š Genealogy records
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Online history tours

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • For an off-season visit or museum questions, contact Dale at 208-253-4582. An off-season opening is not guaranteed.
  • The website’s digital collections remain available for browsing local photographs, family history and newspaper archives.

Explore Council Valley Museum from home

The museum’s online collections offer a way to explore local history even when the building is closed for the season. Browse historical photographs, genealogy records, newspaper clippings and the interactive Council history tour. Families can compare an old street scene with today’s town or use the archives to start a conversation about earlier generations.

For another local-history stop, see the Historic P&IN Depot in New Meadows. Find other places to visit in our Adams County guide.

Museum visiting information

Listing review date: 2026-11-02

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Historic P&IN Depot

New Meadows, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Museums & Learning

Historic P&IN Depot in New Meadows preserves the Pacific and Idaho Northern Railway story and hosts local-history exhibits.

Admission
General admission policy is not published in the reviewed source
Hours
Lobby/City Hall Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–3 p.m., closed holidays; exhibit hours vary
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Indoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • πŸš‚ Historic railway depot
  • πŸ›οΈ Local-history exhibits
  • πŸ“· Historical photographs
  • πŸŽ‰ Community gathering space

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • Lobby and City Hall hours do not guarantee that special exhibits are open. Check the depot calendar or arrange an appointment for an exhibit visit.
  • The depot is at 101 South Commercial Avenue. Leave a message at 208-469-0519 for visit arrangements.

Discover the Historic P&IN Depot

Built in 1910 and 1911, the two-story brick depot served the Pacific and Idaho Northern Railway. Its three-arch entrance and former passenger spaces connect the building to New Meadows’ railroad history. The Adams County Historical Society preserves the depot and shares local historical records, photographs and recorded memories online.

Use the depot’s visitor contact page to check an exhibit visit before you travel. You can also explore Council Valley Museum or browse more Adams County outings.

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Listing review date: 2026-11-02

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Caldwell Memorial Pool

Caldwell, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Caldwell Memorial Pool is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool at 512 Harrison Street. The city currently lists the pool as closed for the season.

Admission
Next-season pricing is not confirmed
Hours
Closed for the season
Parking
Current parking details are not confirmed
Restrooms
Changing facilities are seasonal; unavailable for ordinary pool visits while closed
Access
Confirm pool-entry assistance and accessible facilities with the city
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏊 Seasonal public swimming
  • πŸ‘• Changing rooms
  • 🌳 Shaded areas

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • The next season’s opening date, swim sessions, lesson availability and admission need confirmation. Call 208-459-4369 before planning a visit.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Salmon City Pool

Salmon, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Salmon City Pool is the community's swimming-pool listing. Current operating dates, admission and public-swim sessions could not be established from the linked city page.

Admission
General admission policy is not published in the reviewed source
Hours
Current season and swim sessions need confirmation
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Municipal swimming facility; current schedule needs confirmation

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • Check directly with the city before planning a swim; do not rely on older summer schedules.
  • Ask about open swim, lessons, child supervision and any reservation requirements.
  • Salmon City Hall can direct current pool inquiries at 208-756-3214.

Source information

Content reviewed: 2026-09-26. Current visitor details remain unverified.

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Idaho Central Aquatic Center

Boise, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Indoor Fun, Pools & Swimming

Idaho Central Aquatic Center offers lap swimming, swim instruction and competitive aquatics for the Treasure Valley.

Admission
Daily pass $7.50; lesson and program charges separate
Hours
Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Indoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏊 Eight-lane 50-meter pool
  • 🏊 Separate six-lane 25-yard pool
  • πŸŽ“ Les Bois Swim Academy lessons
  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Spectator seating

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • A pass is required for lap swimming. Weekday public lanes are limited from 4–7 p.m.; check lane availability and meet schedules.
  • Lessons have separate registration and pricing. Confirm recreational family-swim availability instead of assuming all operating hours are open play.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Lincoln Pool closure notice attached to a chain-link fence

Lincoln Pool

Nampa, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Lincoln Pool in Nampa is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with shallow-water play and a diving area. The city's current notice says it is closed for the season.

Admission
Paid swim sessions during the operating season
Hours
Currently closed for the season
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Seasonal swimming and lessons
  • Separate shallow pool
  • Diving board and spray features

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • Check the next season's opening date and session prices before planning a swim.
  • A swim test is required each visit for the deep/diving area. Children who are not toilet trained need swim diapers.
  • Glass is prohibited; follow the pool's food and supervision rules.

Source information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Stone entrance with a purple roof frame at Lakeview Water Park

Lakeview Water Park

Nampa, Idaho Β· Amusement & Water Parks, Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Lakeview Water Park is a seasonal outdoor swimming facility within Nampa’s Lakeview Park.

Admission
Paid per session; next-season rates unconfirmed
Hours
Closed for the 2026 season
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor
Food available
Seasonal concessions

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏊 Beach-style entry
  • πŸ’¦ Spray features
  • πŸ› Two-story slide
  • πŸŽ“ Swim lessons
  • ⛱️ Cabana rentals

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • The pool closed after August 23 for the 2026 season. Wait for the next announced schedule before planning a swim.
  • Admission is charged per swim session. Riders under 48 inches need an adult waiting at the slide’s bottom. Swim diapers are required for children who are not fully toilet trained.
  • Cabana rental does not include admission. Snacks are allowed, but glass is prohibited.

Official information Β· Nampa Parks: Lakeview Water Park

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Fairmont Pool

Boise, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Fairmont Pool is a seasonal outdoor municipal pool in Boise. It closed August 7 for the 2026 season.

Admission
2026 session prices: youth $4.50, adults $6.50, ages 62+ free; future prices unconfirmed
Hours
Closed for the 2026 season
Parking
Park/pool parking
Restrooms
Confirm pool changing facilities for the next season
Access
Confirm accessible pool entry and changing arrangements
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏊 Public swimming when open
  • πŸŽ“ Swim lessons
  • 🌳 Deck and grass areas
  • πŸ€ Pool basketball
  • πŸ› Wibit inflatable with swim-test requirement

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • The city has not published the next season’s dates or rates. Check the pool page before planning a future visit.
  • Under the published rules, children eight and younger need in-water supervision by a guardian age 16 or older. Children must be at least nine to attend without an adult.
  • Groups of 50 or more should call 208-608-7675 before arriving during an operating season.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Natatorium Pool and Hydrotube

Boise, Idaho Β· Amusement & Water Parks, Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Boise's Natatorium Pool and Hydrotube offers summer swimming, a wading pool and a waterslide. The city confirms that the facility is closed for the 2026 season.

Admission
Paid swimming; Hydrotube charged separately; confirm next-season rates
Hours
Closed for the 2026 season
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Seasonal outdoor swimming pool
  • Diving boards
  • Wading pool for young children with an adult
  • Hydrotube waterslide
  • Seasonal concession stand

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • The 2026 general-swim season ended August 9. Wait for the next season's dates and prices before planning a swim.
  • Hydrotube use has a separate fee. Large groups should contact the pool before arrival during an operating season.
  • Children ages 8 and younger need in-water supervision by a guardian age 16 or older; check the current rules when the pool reopens.

Source information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Ivywild Pool

Boise, Idaho Β· Family Attractions, Pools & Swimming

Ivywild Pool in Boise is a seasonal outdoor swimming facility with slides and a young-child wading pool.

Admission
Seasonal paid admission; next-season prices unconfirmed
Hours
Closed for the 2026 season
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor
Food available
Concessions during the pool season

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏊 Outdoor swimming
  • πŸ› Two drop slides and a winding slide
  • πŸ‘Ά Wading pool for ages 6 and under with an adult
  • πŸŽ“ Swim lessons
  • 🍦 Seasonal concessions

πŸ’‘ Good to Know

  • The pool is closed for the 2026 season, which ended September 6. The next season’s hours and prices are not yet confirmed.
  • Children age 8 and under need a guardian age 16 or older in the water. Children under 3 or not toilet trained require close supervision under the pool’s rules.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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