Parks & Recreation

OVERVIEW

ARMSTRONG PARK

This community jewel has a covered pavilion with picnic tables, public restrooms, playground equipment, pickle ball, and an expansive grassy area make this park a great place for family outings, community gatherings, and special events.

To make reservations for Armstrong Park contact City Hall at 208-382-4249 or deputyclerk@cascadeid.us or print the reservations form on this page and return to city hall with payment.

Cascade Golf Course

Lake Cascade Golf Course is one of the most Scenic golf adventures in the Northwest. Nestled away in the mountains along beautiful Lake Cascade just an hour and half away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Where else can you play a round of golf and look up from any shot and see the beautiful picturesque view of a lake with snow capped mountains . Even though we are a nine hole course we have 4 sets of tees set up to play eighteen holes with a different shot to the green on each round. We are a course that welcomes the young junior golfer to the young at heart. There is a challenge on every hole with sloping fairways and greens that are difficult to read. Blind shots off the tee box to the fairway’s and tee shots over the water will challenge even the low handicap golfer.

 FISCHER POND

Fischer Pond  is a 1.7 acre community fishing pond tucked into a city park and is a popular spot for bank fishing. The pond is regularly stocked with rainbow trout (12-14″) in spring and is open to the public with an Idaho fishing license. This family-friendly recreation site features a fishing platform, fish viewing aquarium, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, picnic tables, walking path, and ADA accessible vault toilet.  Note: the aquarium is currently under maintenance.

Kelly’s Whitewater Park

Kelly’s Whitewater Park (“KWP”) is on the east side of Cascade.  KWP is the first whitewater park in Idaho, attracting kayakers, surfers, stand-up paddlers, rafter and tubers for competitions or just to play in the man-made whitewater waves.  The park stretches 1,200 feet down the Payette River as it flows past the old Boise-Cascade Mill site.  KWP is also home to a 2,660 square foot Welcome Center that overlooks the river and mountains with a gallery that showcases different local historic themes each year.  The park is a beautiful place to relax, play, or just be a spectator.

Lake Cascade State Park

Windsurfers and boat sails crisscross Lake Cascade when the afternoon winds kick up. Fishers catch rainbow trout, Coho salmon or small mouth bass all year long and hikers or mountain bikers traverse a variety of trails within and beyond the park. Enjoy a picnic on the beach, sailing, windsurfing, or swimming.  Lake Cascade has as many camping options as it does recreational opportunities with hundreds of campsites ranging from primitive to fully serviced hook-ups.

Margaret Cemetery 

Margaret Cemetery is a serene final resting place nestled in the trees between downtown  and Cascade Lake.  It provides a peaceful and respectful environment for families to honor and remember their loved ones. With well-maintained grounds and a tranquil atmosphere, Margaret Cemetery offers a dignified setting for burial services and memorials.

Plot availability: Full.

Niche availability: 34

Sports Park

If you are looking to play a local game of baseball or a friendly game of kickball, the Cascade Sports Park is the place to be. Sporting events are encouraged on the two diamonds!  This is also the home of the Rambler’s Football team, in the fall come out to support our local high school football team.  The origin of the Cascade Sports Park dates back to January 25, 1967, when the City of Cascade purchased the property from Frank D. Callender.  The first baseball diamond was constructed on the site in the spring of 1979. The effort, spearheaded by Greg Spangenberg, relied almost entirely on materials donated by local businesses and a volunteer work force. At the time, local businesses and churches sponsored six to eight softball teams.  On April 12,1982, the Mayor and Council of the City of Cascade dedicated a portion of the property as a site for a two-diamond-softball facility to promote and encourage recreational activities for the health and well-being of the citizens of the City of Cascade, their visitors, and guests.  On November 12, 2013, the Cascade City Council appointed a Planning Committee to develop a Master Plan for the Cascade Sports Park. On December 9, 2013, the City Council adopted 10 goals to be incorporated into the Cascade Sports Park Master Plan.  The intent was to ensure that all activities and facilities considered by the Planning Committee for inclusion in the Cascade Sports Park Master Plan is consistent with City Official’s expectations.

The Strand

The Strand trail meanders along the North Fork of the Payette River for 2.2 miles beginning at the south end of Fischer Pond Park and spanning to Water’s Edge RV Park to the north. This interpretive trail has spectacular views of the valley and surrounding  mountains.

The Strand trail is a combination of asphalt paving and dirt/gravel and is suitable for walking, jogging, and cycling but is not legal for motorized bicycles or vehicles. Dogs on leash are welcome but picking up after your pet is necessary in this sensitive ecosystem. Horses are not allowed on the trail.

Brochures are available at City Hall, Kelly’s Whitewater Park, and the Chamber of Commerce.