Pricing and Hours
The WaterShed is closed for renovations as we transform into the nation's first climate and water education center, but you can still visit us from mid-March through October to explore our outdoor play areas!
View our Program Overview page to see the programming we have available during renovations.
The outdoor river campus is open mid-March through October during normal business hours, Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed weekends and holidays.
Getting Here
The WaterShed is located at 11818 W. Joplin Road in Boise, ID, near the intersection of Chinden Blvd. and Cloverdale. Use Entrance B (Ancell Avenue) into the West Boise Water Renewal Facility.
Free parking is available in our visitor parking lot.
Bus Routes
Route 8X has a bus stop within walking distance to the WaterShed.
Bike the Greenbelt
There is no direct access from the greenbelt, however N. Garrett Street in Garden City connects to Chinden Blvd. Bikers will need to access Joplin Road from W Chinden Blvd.
Bike parking is available in front of the education center.
Accessibility
The WaterShed welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities. Please alert staff of any special assistance needed in advance of your visit so we are best able to serve you.
