About The Area

The Boise State University Student Association provides a large number of activities and programs to engage students outside the classroom. In addition, the school rallies around its popular football program in the fall—and to a lesser degree, men's basketball during the winter months.

A number of recreational opportunities are available in Boise, including extensive hiking and biking in the foothills to the immediate north of downtown. Much of this trail network is part of Hull's Gulch and can be accessed by 8th street. An extensive urban trail system called the Boise River Greenbelt runs along the river. The Boise River itself is a common destination for fishing, swimming and rafting.