Boise River Park (BRP), formerly known as 36th Street Wave, features one of the first adjustable river waves in the world. The park was originally made for kayakers but the wave is also excellent for river surfers, and it makes the list of Boyles Boise: 52 things to do and see.
On some days you may find a relatively green face, on others the wave is more like a hole — this really depends on how the park people are shaping it. The park has a man-made adjustable wave shaper to modify the wave as flow rates and water levels vary. There are two waves at Boise River Park which are usually surfable anytime from March-October. The spot is located between 34th and 36th street in downtown Boise.
Speaking of location, the official entrance to the Boise River Park is on the Boise side of the river, next to Idaho River Sports, which carries river and surf SUP boards and accessories. The address is 3120 W. Pleasanton Ave., and has lots of parking. Another option is to park on the Garden City side, only 10 feet from the feature. The lot is owned privately, but leased by the city (soon to become a residential project). The park is operated by the City of Boise and its currently in phase 1 of a 3-phase project. Phase 2 includes permanent bathroom, changing room and improved parking and access (on the Boise side of the river).
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