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Barber Park

4049 S Eckert Rd, Boise, ID 83716
(208) 577-4575
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Ranked #18 of 83 attractions in Boise
Type: Parks
Most recent review
- May 18, 2013
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Boise, Idaho
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

A nice retreat next to the Boise River with great ambience and now new restrooms!! Wonderful addition to the Park System of Boise.

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Boise, ID
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68 reviews 68 reviews
13 attraction reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013

This park is insane during the floating season on the Boise river, but wait and go in the fall and you'll have the entire park to yourself with no one to both you and great views of the river.

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Kansas City, Missouri, United States
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11 reviews 11 reviews
7 attraction reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2012

We specifically went to barber park as our put in point to raft the Boise. This is one of the Boise attractions I enjoyed most. The river is clear and cold. The aren't any rapids, just three diversion dams, so if you have kids, it would be a great ride(just be sure an adult is with younger kids to manage... More

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Twin Falls
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26 reviews 26 reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2012

If you are looking to have a little fun on the water, Barber Park is the place to begin. This is the main put-in area for people looking to float the Boise River. Epley's River Rentals has a building set up where you can rent inner tubes, rafts and other stuff as well as bathrooms/changing rooms and air for filling... More

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Boise, Idaho
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60 reviews 60 reviews
16 attraction reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 25, 2012

Most locals go to Barber Park to float the river. The rest of the year (10 months) it is almost always empty. Love the location on the river and picnic tables. Greenbelt bike path goes through the park and the covered pavilion with tables is a nice rest stop.

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Livermore, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 attraction reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2012

Gateway to your river floats and great access to the greenbelt. Lots of space for your family to picnic and explore the edge of nature right in Boise.

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Boise, ID
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39 reviews 39 reviews
8 attraction reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Barber is one of the gems of the City of Trees. You'll see what I mean when you show up to a crowd of 150 people waiting to cool off in the Boise River. Its crowded sure, but once you get on the river, the crowds dissipate and the fun begins. The average float trip takes about 1-2 hours depending... More

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Boise Idaho
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93 reviews 93 reviews
40 attraction reviews
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

We like to ride our motorcycle over then walk around visit shops especially the candy store and have pizza. Lovely way to spend a few hours don't forget to check out the river and stop in at Lucky 13 for a brew.

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Boise, Idaho
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38 reviews 38 reviews
20 attraction reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2012

This is designed to start your Boise river float from. You can bring your own tube, raft, etc. or rent one from the main office. The parking fee is, I believe, $6 but you can drop people off for free. Also, free air is provided to air up your floatation device and steps down to the river. The float to... More

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Meridian, Idaho
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72 reviews 72 reviews
8 attraction reviews
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

This is a recently renovated facility for Ada County. They did a fantastic job. There's tons of parking, air stations and you don't ever get the feeling that you cannot leave your vehicle there.

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