Summer Recreation
Escape the valley heat and join us at Bogus Basin for mountain biking, hiking, disc golf, picnics and more during the summer months. Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area offers free public trail systems in a pristine alpine environment, within easy driving distance for a family day trip.
FOOD SERVICE AVAILABLE
Barbecue and beverages on the patio: Weekends 11:00am - 4:00pm at the JR Simplot lodge. Beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Directions
here >>>.
The menu includes barbecued hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Public restrooms also available for hikers and day trippers.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Bogus Basin offers many trails that are free to access and use from June-October (once the trails have dried out). Trails are maintained by the Ridge to Rivers Trail System. More info
here >>>HIKING AND PICNICS
Escape the valley heat and enjoy a picnic or hike in a cool alpine environment, a short scenic drive from Boise. Bogus Basin offers many hiking trails for families to enjoy during the summer.
SUMMER CAMPS
Bogus Basin collaborates with the Boise and Meridian Parks and Recreation departments to offer day
camps and overnight camps for kids and teens.
YURT RENTAL
The yurt at Bogus Basin is available for summer reservations, offering a semi-rugged camping experience.
Details and online reservations here >>
WEDDINGS, RECEPTIONS, REUNIONS, RETREATS
Private
group events such as reunions, conferences, retreats, weddings and receptions are welcome at Bogus Basin during the summer. Please contact our
Catering Manager to reserve one of our lodges for a private group event or meeting June-October.