This is a fun place to cool off on a hot day. Plenty of parking that lines the pond area so you don't have to carry things very far to get to the water. There's a nice sandy beach where you can set up your things. If you need it there are shaded and unshaded picnic tables on the pavement and bike racks to lock up your bikes nearby. Lots of ducks and geese so watch for poop bombs but not that bad. Overall a clean park. We noticed scuba divers, fishermen, magnet fishers, kayakers, and lots of paddle boards. The water is pretty clear and clean and is on the cooler side. There are rentals available if you want to pick up a paddle board or bring your own. On the hot summer weekends, get there before 11am because there is little to no parking after noon. read more

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Great area for summer recreation. Lots of walking and bike paths, a few sandy beaches, picnic tables overlooking the water. Very clean in the areas we explored on our paddleboard. Plenty of the ducks came close to visit, probably looking for food, but not aggressive at all. Really nice park and water area in the middle of Boise. read more

Quinn's Pond - Lovely area for paddleboarding - Paddleboarding Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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I like Quinn's during the week when it is less busy. Be aware if you have young kids that there is quite a bit of bird poop around this area. This is a great spot for swimming, paddle boarding, and easy kayaking. They have docks to jump off of as well. My friend and I found a pretty secluded little spot that was nice to set up our air couches and hammocks up at. read more

We were trying to find a place to enjoy the bounty of Idaho's natural environment and this was the best recommendation that we could've gotten from our hotel. It was a five dollar cab ride to the perfect afternoon in the sun. We were able to access the river in two places. The first one was the pond area where they had it roped off so young children like mine could play safely. The cutest thing was that they had floaty's that you could borrow and put back when you were done. That was awesome! They had fun decorations and lots of rocks to play on and slide down. Super family-friendly! The other area that we checked out was where the water was a little bit quicker but there were tons of rocks to play with which my daughter was elated about. We build a little bridge out of them. There were some happy little ducks running around and some playful dogs in the water too! The facilities were clean and there was even a changing area. Tons of parking and interesting things to look at. I would give this five stars for a family outing in Boise any time of year. read more

Great spot on a sunny day. Water sports are the key. Swimming, kayaking, SUP, any floatable you can carry. Rentals are done through Idaho River Sports (https://www.idahoriversports.com). Prices seem reasonable with canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards available on first come first serve. The pond has several beach areas where you can find a spot to relax. The sand is a little course but it's Idaho not Aruba. Connects to Simplot pond for even more choices. Parking can get tight. read more

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The recent renovations to the banks of Quinn's Pond, as part of the larger Esther Simplot Park project, have made this pond even more recreationally accessible. Previously, Quinn's had limited accessibility with a narrow staircase and dock being the best option for entry on the north side of the pond. So, when we brought our family of four down to take turns paddleboarding, when not paddleboarding we were left to sit awkwardly on rocks (or the dock if it wasn't too busy). Not so anymore! The once dense shrubs have given way to a full fledged sandy beach. The greenbelt still branches off and runs by the north end of the pond, but is now flanked with green grass, saplings, benches, and, in one section, a picnic area. On warm days, the pond is filled with laughing children and dogs playing, as well as rafters, kayakers, and paddleboarders quietly skimming the surface. And, the beautiful thing? There's room enough for all. Does it get a bit busy on the weekends? Currently, as the sole portion of the Esther Simplot Park project that has been opened--yes. However, summer weekdays/evenings aren't as busy and, in my experience, even on busy days once you get a short distance into the pond and away from the boisterous beach play, serenity awaits. For those who had previously been making the trip out to Sandy Point to enjoy a little fun in the sun and sand--this is a great option that may be a little closer to home (for some). And, it's entirely free to enjoy. The Boise River Park is just a short walk away when you're ready for a break from the beach. And, conveniently, Idaho River Sports is a short distance away for paddleboard, kayak, and canoe rentals. If you can't find me this summer, you know where I'll be! Get to it! read more

Quinn's Pond - New sandy beaches :) - Paddleboarding Near Me - Boise, Idaho

We're lucky to have Quinn's Pond here. It's one of the few places where there's a sandy beach in town. The pond is really good sized for a lot of people to paddle board, kayak, etc. The only probleM is that the sandy beach cannot accommodate a huge number of people. There is a large grassy area above that adds a lot of room but it's such a new place that the trees are small and don't give a lot of shade yet. My complaint is not with the pond it's with the people that set up their huge canopies right down by the water. They take up a ton of space and block the view of the water. I try to monitor my kids while they are paddle boarding (there has been a drowning here) but I can't see past the obtrusive giant tents. How is a mom supposed to hang out near the kids in the shallow area and watch them play if people have the whole beach blocked? I would just suggest that large canopies NOT be allowed on the sandy shore. If you want to hog a whole area for yourself then go up to the grass. The smaller umbrellas or pop up shade are not a problem. read more

Quinn's Pond - My kids might be drowning behind the giant brown gazebo or big top tent someone brought. I cant see them nor access the shore. - Paddleboarding Near Me - Boise, Idaho

It's beautiful but be prepared to be surrounded by poop... it grossed me out especially with kids/toddlers. I understand birds and wild life live here but can we please have the city manage a clean up or pay a landscaper. read more

Quinn's Pond - Poop everywhere - Paddleboarding Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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With a beautiful sandy beach, plenty of gear rentals and easy access to Whitewater Park, Quinn's Pond (as it's known locally) is a popular place for locals to spend a sunny afternoon. When you come here, you'll find a beautiful swimming area and a nice sandy beach. On the beach you'll find families gathered under their sun shades enjoying the water and picnics, kayakers and stand up paddleboarders making their way across the water and people walking or bicycling on the nearby greenbelt path. All in all this is a worthwhile place to visit :-) read more

Bernardine Quinn Riverside Park is another Boise Gem. A former gravel pit for Quinn Robbins construction company, the 22-acre pond was donated to the city in 1997. The park includes small docks, a beach area and plenty of room for fishing. Surfboarderd, kayaker and canoeists all use the wstet, along with some swimmers. The pond is located next to the Boise Greenbelt and the wave shapers on the Boise River. read more

Quinn's Pond - A family of geese float on the water at Quinn's Pond. - Paddleboarding Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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I went hiking and swimming at Quinn's pond last weekend and it was AWESOME!! It has a ton of little lakes to paddle board, kayak or swim in and the Boise river on the other side of it. It has a bunch of awesome little picnic areas and a little sand beach area to lay or sit on. If you are looking for a place to walk, paddle board, fish or do any water activities in I highly recommend Quinn's pond. read more

As for the pond itself, there's not much more you could ask for. Wide open spaces to go paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, etc. The water is not crystal clear, but it isn't brown and murky. Equipment rentals right on the lake are fairly affordable, and there are restrooms and changing rooms. Docked a star due to the amount of goose poop on the beach and overflowing recycling bins. Trash cans are full of recyclable material as well. read more

Loved it better here when people weren't so up tight about bringing pets here. We still love to come and were bring our pets anyways. To hell with 'em. The Boise river sports people don't mind if you bring your pet at all, so we love them! We rent equipment from them with our pets, rent life vests for our pets from them too! Yes, they have animal life vests here! We always have a wonderful time with our pets, here. Just watch out for the up tight folk who might get into your business about it. read more

With the hot weather on the rise, it is so refreshing to have somewhere local to sunbathe and cool down! How I have lived in Boise for 6 years and just last summer started spending time at Quinn's Pond is perplexing to me. You can rent recreational gear here (kayaks, paddle boards, etc.). There are plenty of spots to lay along the pond and have a picnic or put on your shades and take a midday summer snooze. Parking might seem like a nightmare when you are on 31st street, but alas the things you discover after a few visits: turn the corner (make a right) onto Main Street and very quickly on the right is a large parking lot. If you're okay with a 5-minute walk to the pond, I think this is the best option. The only downfall of parking here is that you are on the complete opposite side of the pond as the gear rental shops. (Side note: no fee for parking, wooo!) The only downfall of this spot for me is that every time I've been here it is extremely crowded. But I suppose that's the case for any body of water in the summertime in Idaho. To be fair, I've only ever visited on weekends, I reckon a weekday experience would be a bit more serene! To the extroverts out there--you'll love how buzzing this spot is with people. To the introverts, you have been warned. ;) read more

Awesome park and a great place to rent Kayaks. as an avid kayaker visiting from out of town. I was very excited to see this little place set up with an amazing rental fleet and friendly and helpful staff. I rented 3 boats for my family a sit on top tandem and 2 sit-insides. The staff pulled some used boats of the rack they were selling to accommodate my needs. to me that was way "Above and Beyond" and I greatly appreciated their efforts to make their customer happy. Ther boats were awesome, comfortable and easy for my family who are beginner kayakers. The park is lovely! I only wish the pond was larger and connected to the other water areas so I could do more paddling. I will be back and I high recommend you rent kayaks and get on the water with this place! read more

What a great experience. Everyone at the park was amazing. I was so impressed with the young adults at the rental area. They were respectful, energetic, and positive. The park was clean and like I said the customer service was at 10. I'm looking forward to going back with my family. read more

Nice place to get in a jog, paddle, or swim. The park is next to the Boise River if you're ready to take it to the next level with your kayak in the river itself, which has some rapids features. The put in points are all well developed, so no muddy feet! The park is about to double in size, which will soon give patrons much more room to park and spread out in! read more

I came here to paddle board yesterday and had a blast! Returning for round 2 with my Dad today. People are friendly, dogs are happy and there's enough room for people to swim, bike, kayak etc. This place is great and I love hanging out here with family and friends! Especially when we get to have paddle board wars! read more

Quinn's Pond is a must-do during the Summer in Boise. There is fun for all - swimming, biking, running, playgrounds, exploring, and more. Additionally, there's an equipment rental shop a short walk's distance from the pond which only adds to the activities in the area. Bring your own shade. read more