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Borah Park
801 S Aurora Dr, Boise, ID 83709
Quick Facts
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About Borah Park
Borah Park pairs a swimming pool with the Borah Community Garden on about 12 acres along Farmers Lateral. A playground with swings and slides, a water feature, a walking trail, open lawn and a reservable pavilion fill out the rest, and there are restrooms and parking.
Pavilion reservations
Check dates and make your reservation with the official operator. Availability is not shown here.
Borah Park Shelter
- Operator
- Boise Parks and Recreation
- Reservation address
- 801 Aurora Dr, Boise, ID 83709
- Seating
- Confirm seating with the operator
Seating is not event approval. Nearby fields, playgrounds and parking are shared unless the operator confirms otherwise.
Rental options
Book online in the city's WebTrac reservation site (linked from the Reserve a Park page), call (208) 608-7600 on weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or go to the parks office at 1104 W Royal Blvd.
- How to reserve
Borah Park Shelter, full day (non-resident)
Non-resident
$294.50 listed / full day
- How to reserve
Borah Park Shelter, full day (resident)
Resident
$190 listed / full day
- How to reserve
Borah Park Shelter, half day (non-resident)
Non-resident
$155 listed / half day
- How to reserve
Borah Park Shelter, half day (resident)
Resident
$100 listed / half day
Listed prices are not checkout totals. Confirm rental duration, resident eligibility, fees and deposits before paying. Rental times are Mountain time.
Most reservation fees are taxed on top of the listed price. Add-on permits cost extra: $40 for amplified sound (only with a reservation) and $10 for beer/wine. Canceling more than 10 days out gets a refund less a $20 processing fee; later cancellations and bad weather get no refund, and moving a date or site can carry a processing fee. Extra picnic tables cost more at Kristin Armstrong Municipal, Julia Davis and Ann Morrison parks. The city says fees can vary by event or facility.
Before booking
- Can be booked as much as a year (365 days) ahead.
- Beer and wine are allowed here with a paid reservation plus the city's $10 beer/wine permit.
- Only the large shelter can be booked; the park's small shelter is first come, first served.
- Bookings cover April 15 to October 15; the rest of the year, sites are first come, first served.
- Ann Morrison, Esther Simplot, Julia Davis and Veterans Memorial parks open their bookings on January 1 (from 12:01 a.m.); other sites can be booked up to 365 days ahead.
- Half days run either 9 a.m.-2 p.m. or 3-8 p.m.; full days run 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
- You pay when you book; the date isn't held without payment.
- Most reservable sites include electric power once paid for, except the Marianne Williams gazebo and the garden ceremony sites.
- Only beer and wine are allowed in city parks, for people 21 and older, and bringing more than 7.5 gallons needs a separate permit.
- No glass, confetti, rice or birdseed; grills must be self-contained with a drip pan and kept out from under trees.
- Canopies must be weighted rather than staked, and any tent over 400 square feet needs a Boise Fire Department permit.
- Inflatables need a free city permit and must come from an approved rental company; water inflatables aren't allowed.
- Parks close at sunset unless posted otherwise.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Borah Park
Where is Borah Park located?
Borah Park is located at 801 S Aurora Dr, Boise, ID 83709.
What features does Borah Park have?
Borah Park includes a pavilion, restrooms, slides, swings, walking trails, and shade.
Are restrooms available at Borah Park?
Yes, Borah Park has public restrooms on site. Seasonal closures are common at smaller neighborhood parks, so call ahead in winter if you need confirmation.
Does Borah Park have walking trails?
Yes, Borah Park has walking or paved trails — a good option for strollers, dog walks, and casual exercise.
Can I reserve a pavilion at Borah Park for a birthday or picnic?
Yes. The pavilion reservations section on this page lists the official booking links and listed rental options for Borah Park. Confirm dates, fees and rules with the operator before you book.
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801 S Aurora Dr, Boise, ID 83709
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