| Located in the Treasure Valley against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boise is the largest metropolitan area in Idaho. Situated where the high desert meets the western edge of the Rocky Mountains, Boise is a gateway to outstanding recreational opportunities. Boise offers easy access to world famous white-water rafting, Nordic and Alpine skiing, snowboarding, hunting, fishing, backpacking and camping. Southwest Idaho invites the Boise visitor to enjoy nearby mountains, desert sand dunes, canyons and whitewater rafting rivers. Hiking, biking, and fishing are popular activities right in the metro area as well as in the Rocky Mountains.Boise has thousands of acres of open space around the city. The foothills of the Rockies provide trails for hikers and bikers of all abilities. Boise, Idaho, the City of Trees boasts one-of-a-kind museums and urban parks, a river flowing though the heart of the city and a 25-mile river front greenbelt. The Boise River Greenbelt is a great place for biking, rollerblading or a casual stroll. Boise is also rich in history, cultural events, public art and galleries, sporting events and fine dining.Among the many unique sites are the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center and Idaho Black History Museum. Boise is also home to many annual festivals and events, including the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Art in the Park, The Gene Harris Jazz Festival, and the St. Luke's Women's Fitness Celebration, just to name a few.Stroll through museums and galleries or attend one of many live performances offered year round. |
