Anti-Quagga Mussel Treatment Begins Oct. 8 on Snake River Near Twin Falls; No State Parks Directly Impacted. See http://idaho.gov/quagga for Details
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PARK UPDATE:
October 1st Update:
The water in the diversion pool (waterway between the Lucky Peak Dam and the Diversion Dam that is accessible at the Discovery Unit) will begin lowering starting Monday October 7th, 2024. This will effect the water in the Sandy Point pond. We anticipate the Sandy Point pond will be drained by Wednesday October 9th at the latest.
No boat launches on Lucky Peak Reservoir are available for use due to the lake drawdown for the construction project on Turner Gulch boat launch. Here is an update from USACE about the work.

All recreation rentals and concessions are now closed for the season.

Loaner Backpacks and self-guided Junior Ranger Programs are still available, visit or contact the Sandy Point Unit park office for more information.

Disc Golf Course is open at Sandy Point and dogs are welcome to visit Sandy Point through April 30th. Please remember to pick up after your pet and they must remain under your immediate control in off leash areas.

Park Hours:

  • Sandy Point: Open 8am-4pm daily. You must have your vehicle outside the gate by the posted closing time to avoid fines.
  • Discovery and Spring Shores Units: Sunrise to Sunset.

 

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 8am- 4pm daily.

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 – Check one out at the park office
  • “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

Contact the Park

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-4pm daily| People and property must leave at closing.

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