Outdoor Recreation Archives - The Traveling Spud

Idaho Botanical Garden in Boise: What to Know Before You Visit

March 2, 2026

If you live in Boise long enough, like me, the Idaho Botanical Garden becomes one of those places you return…

February 27, 2026

If you’re visiting Boise and want an iconic view, one of the best ways to see it is to hike…

February 26, 2026

One of the best things about living in Boise is that you can go from downtown Boise to Bogus Basin…

November 21, 2025

If there’s one thing that truly makes Boise Boise, it’s the Boise Greenbelt. It is hands down one of the…

November 28, 2023

Planning a trip and wondering what to do in Boise, Idaho? You are in the right place. As a local…

March 19, 2020

Most people know there are a lot of great hikes near Boise, but it took me a while to find…

September 17, 2018

[Updated for the 2026 Boise River float season.] Floating the Boise River is one of the most popular things to…