Boise, Idaho Area
My photos from Boise, Idaho and the surrounding area on multiple visits between 2005 and 2021.
Downtown Boise Idaho from the 1927 train station. The street is Capital Blvd and it is anchored by the depot and the Idaho State Capitol Building, visible at the back center
Downtown Boise, Idaho at sunset with views of the 1902 Union Block building and the 1905 state capitol.
The 1901 Idanha in downtown Boise. As a hotel, it welcomed presidents and leaders of industry. Today, it has been converted to apartments.
The Boise River flows through the city of Boise, immediately south of the downtown area. it is a major recreational site for the area
Musical note bicycle rack along the Boise River
Finger Steaks, the signature dish of Boise, Idaho. Similar to chicken strips but made from tenderloin steak
Boise's Westside Drive-In, known for its specialty meals. The owner is a classically trained chef who serves up dishes like prime rib dinners and finger steaks, as well as the usual hamburgers and hot dogs.
Public graffiti area in downtown Boise, named Freak Alley
Lucky Peak Reservoir, behind a flood control dam northeast of the city
The water discharge spout from Lucky Peak dam northeast of Boise. The flood control earthen dam is visible behind the spout.
The Idaho City (Boise County) courthouse. Originally built in 1864 as a mercantile, it is still in use today, including the board sidewalks.
An 1860s blacksmith shop in Idaho City, Idaho
Diamond Lil's restaurant in Idaho City, Idaho
One of the fountains at the Village shopping center in Meridian, Idaho
Indian Creek in downtown Caldwell, Idaho. This was once a virtual sewer running through the middle of the town but is now a beautiful addition
The 1907 train depot in Caldwell, Idaho. It now serves as an event center
The 1907 train depot in Caldwell, Idaho. It now serves as an event center