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Complete Directions to Barber Park

Address: 4049 S. Eckert Rd., Boise, Idaho 83716
GPS Coordinates: 43.567085°N, -116.135475°W

📍 Detailed Driving Directions

From Interstate 84 (Primary Route)

This is the most reliable route to Barber Park, officially recommended by Ada County Parks & Waterways:

🛣️ Step-by-Step Navigation:
  1. Take Exit 54 (Broadway) from Interstate 84
  2. Continue north on Broadway for 1.7 miles toward Boise Avenue
  3. Turn RIGHT (east) onto Boise Avenue
  4. Follow Boise Avenue for 3.6 miles until it ends at Eckert Road
  5. Turn LEFT (north) onto Eckert Road
  6. Take the FIRST LEFT into Barber Park (just 0.01 miles from turn)

Alternative Routes

From Downtown Boise: Drive southeast approximately 6 miles via Warm Springs Avenue to Eckert Road, then north to park entrance.

From Boise Airport: Approximately 6-mile drive. Take I-84 West to Exit 54 (Broadway), then follow primary directions above.

From Eagle/Meridian: Take State Street east to I-84 East, then Exit 54 (Broadway) and follow primary directions.

🚌 Public Transportation Options

⚠️ Transportation Notice:
Valley Regional Transit (VRT) does not provide direct bus service to Barber Park. The closest routes serve downtown Boise, approximately 6 miles away.

Public Transit Options:

  • VRT Bus System: Connects to downtown Boise (Main Street Station), then requires additional transportation
  • ACCESS Paratransit: Available for ADA passengers - call (208) 345-1234 for scheduling
  • Rideshare Services: Uber and Lyft operate throughout Boise area

🏞️ Park Location Details

Barber Park is located 5 miles southeast of downtown Boise in the scenic Barber Valley along the Boise River. The park entrance is positioned at the Eckert Road bridge near Boise Avenue, serving as the headquarters for Ada County Parks & Waterways Department.

🕐 Operating Hours

🌅 Park Hours: 7:30 a.m. – Sunset (gates closed nightly)
🏢 Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

💡 Navigation Tips

Traffic Considerations:

  • Peak Season (June-August): Arrive early on weekends to avoid traffic delays
  • Weekend Rush: Heaviest traffic typically 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
  • Event Days: Check for special events that may affect parking and access

Landmark References:

  • Look for the Eckert Road bridge crossing the Boise River
  • Park entrance features distinctive wooden pergola structure
  • Ada County Parks & Waterways building visible from entrance

🗺️ Interactive Map

For real-time navigation and current conditions, use the official Barber Park Interactive Map provided by Ada County.

Barber Park entrance and facilities

📞 Contact for Directions

Need Help? Contact Ada County Parks & Waterways:
📞 Phone: (208) 577-4575
🏢 Address: 4049 S. Eckert Rd., Boise, ID 83716

🚗 Pro Tip: Download offline maps on your phone before departing, especially during peak floating season when cellular networks may be congested with increased visitor traffic.

 

 

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For more information please go to the Ada County Parks & Waterways website: https://adacounty.id.gov/parksandwaterways/