Lucky Peak State Park
Overview
Three distinct units can be found at this state park, three of which are located near Lucky Peak reservoir just 8 miles east of Boise. Discovery Park is a popular roadside park for picnics, walking your pet or fishing in the Boise River. Sandy Point, at the base of Lucky Peak Dam is most popular for its sandy beach and clear, cool water. Spring Shores offers lakeside access for water enthusiasts by providing two boat ramps, parking, a full-service marina, on-site watercraft rentals and convenience store.
If you like fun in the sun, Sandy Point Beach 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 giant fountain and two beach volleyball courts. This area offers lots of cool grass and shady trees.
Just 8 miles southeast of Boise, Discovery Park is a great place to picnic, fish, and relax among the magnificent trees and the rocky canyons which offer beauty and solitude.
This section of the river is an excellent flat water area often visited by canoeists and kayakers. You can usually see waterfowl, song birds, and even resident owl during the summer while bald eagles are common in the winter.
Available for use are restrooms, picnic tables, grills, and three sheltered picnic pavilions perfect for hosting family reunions, weddings, receptions, or corporate parties.
Activities
Boating
Spring Shores offers lakeside access for water enthusiasts by providing two boat ramps, parking, a full-service marina, on-site watercraft rentals and convenience store.
Bicycling
Great trails available for hiking, biking, and cross country skiing.
Camping
Camping available near by.
Fishing
Great fishing in the area.
Hiking
Great trails available for hiking, biking, and cross country skiing.
Picnicking
Discovery Park is a popular roadside park for picnics.
Water Sports
Swimming, boating and fishing.
Winter Sports
Great trails available for hiking, biking, and cross country skiing.
Directions
Driving
From Boise travel E. on I-84,take Exit 57, travel E. on Hwy 21 about 5 miles to Discovery. Continue N. for .5 mile to Sandy Point. Continue N. for 7.5 miles, turn E. on Arrow Rock to Spring Shores.
Phone Numbers
Primary
(208) 334-2432Campground reservations
(888) 922-6743Links
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