Sandy Point, at the foot of towering Lucky Peak Dam, has a pretty white-sand beach beside a calm swimming area and, above that, spacious grass slopes with picnic tables, grills and concessions. It's a gem of a retreat that is ideal for families. The park offers shaded picnic tables and fishing in the Boise River. Above the dam, Spring Shores Marina is a boating haven with docks, ramps, boat trailer parking, concessions, beaches and picnic tables. It has 300 boat slips and boat rentals .
Cottonwood trees rise above walkers, cyclists and families playing on gentle contours.
As the name implies the park honors our nation's veterans. It is a popular site for ceremonies, and a number of plaques and memorials commemorate veterans, including America's first POW memorial. There's no admission fee to the park. It's about a 10-minute walk on asphalt trails to the Boise River. Wide-open grassy areas are good for Frisbees or a game of catch.