Department of Parks and Recreation

FULL -Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2026-01-17 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 16:00 - 21:00 (America/Boise) | Idaho
Public shows are limited to the first 25 reservations.

Call 208-366-7919 to make your reservation. Admission is $5 per person or $20/family. Includes a planetarium show, presentation, and telescope viewing. A Motor Vehicle Entrance Fee of $7 per vehicle is required to enter the park, or a valid Idaho State Parks Passport.

Canyon County Marine Patrol Free Boating Safety Course
2026-01-14 08:00 - 2026-01-17 18:00 | Canyon County Marine Patrol Office, 12974 Iowa Ave, Nampa, Idaho, 83605, United States
Canyon County, ID – The Canyon County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Division will offer free boating safety courses on Saturday, January 17, and Saturday, January 24. Sgt. Jason Roberts will teach the one-day introductory courses at the Canyon County Marine Patrol Office at 12974 Iowa Ave. (Lake Lowell Park) in Nampa. Attendees will learn general information about boats and maintenance, tips to make their boating experience safer, and how to be a more courteous boat operator. Boaters will also learn about Idaho laws and regulations associated with owning and operating a boat.

Attendees who complete the one-day course will receive a NASBLA boat safety card that is recognized in all 50 states. Attendees are welcome to bring lunch, snacks, and drinks, but a one-hour lunch break will be provided during each course.

People can register for the course on the Canyon County website or by emailing Sgt. Jason Roberts at jason.roberts@canyoncounty.id.gov.

First Day Hikes at Lucky Peak
2026-01-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Idaho
Lucky Peak State Park will be participating as a host for First Day Hikes on Thursday, January 1st, 2025. Join us for a fun family event, meandering along the greenbelt at Sandy Point Unit of Lucky Peak State Park. We will have a ranger-led, guided nature walk exploring wildlife, plants, the solar system, and more!The meeting point will be at the Sandy Point park office. See below for start times:*Sandy Point park office is the green building located at the base of the Lucky Peak Dam, under the letter “N” in “Keep Your Forests Green”.

Hike 1 – 10:00 AM to 10:45 AMHike 2 – 11:00 AM to 11:45 AMHike 3 – 12:00 PM to 12:45 PMHike 4 – 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM

Experience Idaho Loaner Backpacks that include binoculars will also be available to use while you are out hiking. Hot chocolate and cider will also be available at the park office for only $1 (cash only), so bring a thermos if you have one!

Questions? Contact the park!san@idpr.idaho.gov(208) 334-2432

First Day Hikes 2026
2026-01-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Idaho
Start the New Year off with a hike at Hells Gate State Park! Check in at the Lewis & Clark Discovery Center and hike our trails. Keep track of how many miles you hike and let us know before you leave. We will have chili, coffee, and hot chocolate available at the Discovery

Center!

Trim the Trees @Lucky Peak
2025-12-21 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Lucky Peak State Park – Spring Shores Marina, 74 Arrowrock Rd, Boise, Idaho, 83716, United States
Trim the Trees with Lucky Peak State Park!

Drop in for FREE winter fun at the Spring Shores Unit of Lucky Peak State Park. Help us make pinecone bird feeder garland to hang around the trees and decorate your own special wooden “tree cookie” ornament to take home. The event will be held inside the concession/store at the Spring Shores building. Bring the whole family and friends! Craft supplies will be provided.

There will also be a $10 wreath workshop that will be held on the same day! Make a fresh greenery wreath with us during a guided workshop with provided materials and decorations; we also welcome you to bring your own decorations and ribbon for ultimate personalization! Send us an email at san@idpr.idaho.gov or send us a message on Facebook to claim your spot for the workshop. We will also provide gloves for handling the needles, however you are free to bring your own. This is a limited class so reach out as soon as possible if you are interested!

Park Motor Vehicle Entrance Fee is $7.00 per vehicle, this fee is waived if you have a valid Idaho State Parks Passport properly displayed on your windshield.

Winter Observatory Program
2025-12-20 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho

COCOA AND COOKIES WITH SANTA
2025-12-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Idaho
Join us at Hells Gate State Park on Saturday, December 20th forCocoa and Cookies with Santa Claus!From 10 am until 2 pm, come out and visit with Santa at theLewis and Clark Discovery Center in Hells Gate State Park.Bring your Christmas wish list and let Santa know what you wouldlike him to bring this Holiday Season!Enjoy a cup of cocoa and a cookie while you explore the Lewisand Clark Discovery Center! Grab a Junior Ranger workbook andearn a Junior Ranger badge! Go for a hike with your parents! Or,just come in and visit with us!Park entry is free with the donation of a canned food item forthe Idaho Food Bank

Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2025-12-19 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho

FULL- Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2025-12-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho

FULL - Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2025-12-05 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho

Full-Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2025-11-22 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho
Nov 22 is full, please see our calendar for other available dates.

Public shows are limited to the first 25 reservations.

Call 208-366-7919 to make your reservation. Admission is $5 per person or $20/family. Includes a planetarium show, presentation, and telescope viewing. A Motor Vehicle Entrance Fee of $7 per vehicle is required to enter the park, or a valid Idaho State Parks Passport.

FULL - Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2025-11-21 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho
Nov 21 is full, please see our calendar for other available dates.

Public shows are limited to the first 25 reservations.

Call 208-366-7919 to make your reservation. Admission is $5 per person or $20/family. Includes a planetarium show, presentation, and telescope viewing. A Motor Vehicle Entrance Fee of $7 per vehicle is required to enter the park, or a valid Idaho State Parks Passport.

FULL - Winter Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2025-11-15 16:00 - 21:00 | Idaho
Nov 15 is full, please see our calendar for other available dates.

Public shows are limited to the first 25 reservations.

Call 208-366-7919 to make your reservation. Admission is $5 per person or $20/family. Includes a planetarium show, presentation, and telescope viewing. A Motor Vehicle Entrance Fee of $7 per vehicle is required to enter the park, or a valid Idaho State Parks Passport.
