Boise Whitewater Park has adjustable river waves for surfing and kayaking, plus places to watch from shore.
Plan your visit
3400 W Pleasanton Ave, Boise, Idaho 83702
- Admission
- General admission policy is not published on the reviewed page; check separate event or rental charges
- Hours
- Sunrise–sunset as river flows and conditions allow
- Parking
- First-come parking at Esther Simplot Park; the city also identifies Main Street and Whitewater Park Boulevard
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Access
- Shore viewing and river participation have different requirements; specific accessible routes are not detailed
- Setting
- Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
- Food available
- Food service has not been confirmed; plan meals separately
Photos have not been added to this listing yet.
🌳 Amenities & Features
- 🏄 Adjustable Surf Wave
- 🛶 Kayaking Features
- 🌊 Four In-River Wave Structures
- 👀 Plaza and Viewing Areas
- 🚲 Boise River Greenbelt Access
- 📷 Live Wave Webcams
- 📱 Wave Condition Notifications
💡 Good to Know
- The Phase 2 adjustable wave is expert-only in its current configuration. Other waves also change with river flows.
- Phase 1 was listed as operating at this review. Check the city’s webcams and wave notices before every visit.
- River recreation is at your own risk. Monitored sessions may be delayed or canceled as flows change.
Listing review date: 2026-10-15