Esther Simplot Park
Parent notes
The swim-friendly ponds with gentle, beach-style edges are the summer draw. Pack water shoes and sunscreen; shade is still filling in. No pets in the park or ponds, which many parents appreciate. Quinn's Pond and the whitewater park are next door.
The essentials
- Size
- 56 acres
- Area
- North River
- Type
- Special Use park
- Address
- 3206 W Pleasanton Ave, Boise, ID 83702
- Restrooms
- Heated restrooms, open year-round
- Parking
- Lots along Whitewater Park Blvd, shared with Quinn’s Pond. Arrive early on hot weekends
- Shade
- Some shade: a mix of trees and open lawn (672 park trees in the city inventory)
- Reservations
- Picnic shelter/area reservable through the city
Playground
- Slides
- Bonded rubber surfacing (stroller & wheelchair friendly)
- ADA-accessible equipment
- Newest structure installed 2016
Common questions about Esther Simplot Park
Does Esther Simplot Park have a restroom?
Yes. Esther Simplot Park has a heated restroom building that stays open year-round, including through the winter.
Does Esther Simplot Park have a playground?
Yes. Esther Simplot Park has playground equipment, including slides. The surfacing is bonded rubber, which is stroller and wheelchair friendly. The newest structure was installed in 2016.
Is there shade at Esther Simplot Park?
Esther Simplot Park has some shade, a mix of trees and open lawn. The city tree inventory lists 672 trees in the park.
Where do you park at Esther Simplot Park?
Lots along Whitewater Park Blvd, shared with Quinn’s Pond. Arrive early on hot weekends.
How big is Esther Simplot Park?
Esther Simplot Park is 56 acres. It is classified by the city as a special use park and is located in the North River area of Boise at 3206 W Pleasanton Ave.
Parks near Esther Simplot Park
The closest other parks, by straight-line distance. See all parks in North & NW Boise.