Winter is a magical time for families, and what better way to embrace the season than by enjoying some sledding and tubing fun with your kids? Boise has no shortage of winter fun for families, and sledding and tubing are excellent activities to embrace the season.
The Treasure Valley offers a variety of fantastic spots where you can make unforgettable winter memories. Whether you prefer the snowy hills near the city or the scenic mountain areas, these spots provide a perfect opportunity for families to create lasting memories with their loved ones.
Popular Sledding and Tubing Locations in Boise
Camel’s Back Park
Located in the heart of Boise, Camel’s Back Park is a popular destination for sledding enthusiasts. The gentle slopes provide a safe and enjoyable experience for younger kids. The tree trunks are even safely wrapped with hay bales!
Ann Morrison Park
Another gem in Boise’s park system, Ann Morrison Park transforms into a snowy playground during winter. Moms can bring their families for a day of sledding on the park’s gentle hills.
Simplot Hill on Bogus Basin Rd
For a classic sledding experience, head to Simplot Hill on Bogus Basin Rd. The hill offers a mix of steeper and gentler slopes, catering to various skill levels.
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Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park
A small neighborhood park in west Boise offers a low-key spot great for younger children. Conveniently located near The Village at Meridian, this is another family favorite spot for sledding.
Snow Tubing at Bogus Basin and Beyond
Bogus Basin
Just a short 16-mile drive from Boise, Bogus Basin is not just for skiers; it also offers an excellent tubing hill. Enjoy thrilling rides down groomed lanes and a magic carpet to give you a ride to the top. Moms can enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery while their kids have a blast in the snow.
Since 1942, Bogus Basin has been The Treasure Valley’s year-round destination for mountain recreation, education, and community. Bogus Basin is not for profit. It’s for Idahoans. It’s for community.
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Gateway Parks
Situated just west of Boise, Gateway Parks offers a serene setting for winter activities. The park features a designated tubing hill, providing a perfect opportunity for moms and kids to enjoy some quality family time in the snow.
Activity Barn at Brundage, McCall
If you’re spending the weekend in McCall, the Activity Barn at Brundage has a premier snow tubing hill with groomed lanes and a magic carpet to take you back up.
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Weather Conditions
Here's a quick look at what to expect in terms of weather:
- Mostly clear and not as cold, with welcomed drier air, good snowmaking potential, and not much wind (High 27f, low 12f).
- The next round of snow arrives around the 4th, 5th of January.
- Mostly clear and chilly, drier, and not much wind under a strong high pressure ridge.
- Mostly clear and chilly (strong inversion layer), dry, and not much wind under a strong high pressure ridge.
- Mostly clear and cool (0 to 1F at 10k feet), mostly low humidity, and not much wind under a strong high pressure ridge.
- Cloudy becoming mostly cloudy in the afternoon and then cloudy overnight.
- Periods of snow are expected in the evening through overnight.
- Periods of light snow throughout the day and overnight.
- Snowfall is forecast to be a trace amount.
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