New Features at Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex
Boise Parks and Recreation is building new amenities at Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex in West Boise this year. Approximately 10 acres of unused park property on site is being developed consistent with the master plan improvements voted on by the public in in 2023/2024. The approved master plan includes a variety of recreational amenities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy and was developed through a robust community outreach process.
The approximately $1.2 million in impact fee funding for park improvements includes new concrete pathways providing a loop walk along the park perimeter. It also includes construction of a nature playground, single track bike trails, a bike pump track with skate features, a basketball court, new trees, and native and perennial plantings in the currently undeveloped area of the park. A new fenced dog off-leash area is also planned.
Next Steps
Clearwater Landscape and Irrigation is nearly complete with remaining work for the new dog park, bike trails and pathway improvements due to the warm, dry winter. This is phase one of two construction phases planned for the park, and this first phase of work is expected to wrap up in early April if the weather continues to be favorable for construction. Then, work will start to build out the new asphalt pump track, nature plaground and multi-use pathway and lighting projects on site. All work is expected to be complete during the summer of 2026 (currently anticipated in August).
Park Background
Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex is open daily from sunrise to sunset and offers a variety of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages. From the stocked fishing pond to walking paths, a playground, a skate park and sports fields utilized by little league organizations from across the Treasure Valley, there is room to play and explore throughout this popular 40-acre park site serving West Boise and beyond. Currently, 30 acres of the park is developed, with the remaining 10 acres of undeveloped property scheduled to be built out in 2025/2026.
Construction Timeline & Milestones
August 2025 – Project groundbreaking completed on Thursday, August 14
April 2026 – 1st phase is expected to be complete (Accessible parking improvements, dog park, basketball court, bike trails and nature playground)
April/May - Begin 2nd phase of construction (10-foot wide multi-use pathway and two street lights lighting along Eagle Road between parking lot and NE corner of the site)
June/July – Begin construction and complete asphalt pump track
August – All work complete (weather and construction progress dependent)
Project completion estimates are subject to change due to volatility in the construction industry. Current challenges include material availability, rising costs, supply chain disruptions, staffing shortages and more. Boise Parks and Recreation will update project timelines as needed if delays occur.
Send a Message to Parks and Rec
For other after hours park related emergencies (i.e. irrigation issues, restrooms), please call (208) 489-6640.