April 2024 Update:
Restroom Facilities are currently being worked on to have them open for spring/summer as soon as possible. Until this process is complete Portable restrooms are available in the parking lot at Discovery and Sandy Point units. The west restrooms at the concession building of Spring Shores Marina remains open.
- Sandy Point: Open everyday 8am – 6pm. Please have your vehicle outside the gate by the posted closing time to avoid fines. LAST CALL for Disc golf until October! Baskets will be removed tomorrow morning May 1st. NO PETS will be permitted into Sandy Point starting tomorrow, May 1st until October.
- Discovery and Spring Shores Units: Sunrise to Sunset. The west boat ramp is the only launch open at Spring Shores Marina. The fuel dock will not be open until Memorial Day week.
If you like fun in the sun, the beach at Sandy Point is the place for you and your family. Enjoy a dip in the cool water after a scenic bike ride on the Boise River Greenbelt! This 34-acre site at the base of Lucky Peak Dam features a large sandy swimming area complete with water toys and two beach volleyball courts. Sandy Point offers lots of cool grass and shady trees.
Hours of Operation
Park hours for Sandy Point are 8 am – 6pm
If unsure, please call the park for current operating hours. (208) 334-2432
Paddleboard Rentals
Paddleboard rentals during the summer season are available at through Paddleboard Idaho, located within Sandy Point. (208) 297-3884 Paddleboard Idaho
What is Not Allowed at Sandy Point?
- Pets are prohibited from Sandy Point May 1 – October 1
- Glass containers and fishing are prohibited.
- No hardshell watercraft in the swimming area (we recommend Discovery Park for this type of watercraft), Inflatable watercraft only.
- No tree-hanging hammocks or slacklines
What’s at Sandy Point?
- Restrooms
- Changing Areas
- Showers
- Charcoal Grills
- Picnic Tables
- Disc golf (Seasonally: Oct 1 – May 1)
- 2 Sand Volleyball courts
- Amphitheater (reservation only)
- Loaner Backpack Program
- “Scout’s Footprint Friends” Animal Track self-guided activity, starts near the concession building.
- “Space Walk” with self-guided tour brochure, located along bike path
Current Conditions
Address: 74 Arrowrock Rd
Boise, ID 83716
Phone: (208) 334-2432
Hours of Operation: Discovery Park and Spring Shores Hours: Sunrise to Sunset, daily | Sandy Point Hours: 8am-6pm | People and property must leave at closing.
