Awesome Shoshone Falls - Minutes from Twin Falls

   Like I described in the last post, right on the northern border of Twin Falls is the Perrine bridge, leading right into the city. The canyon, as viewed from the bridge or overlooks, is an extremely impressive gateway into town. It is 486 feet straight down to the water of the snake river, to the west are the  Blue Lakes and Blue Lakes Country Club, golfers paradise, and fisherman alike. Abundant springs and waterfalls feed these lakes, as well as supply Twin Falls with water. Next, you might like to know about Shoshone Falls, a major sight to behold. 32 years here for me, and it never fails to amaze and mesmerize my family and myself.
   Shoshone Falls is only a couple miles upstream (to the east) of the city. Incredible rock walls, sculpted by the flowing water over many thousands of years, span clear across the canyon here. You can drive down the winding road to Shoshone Falls park, and Dierke's lakes. You will be in for a very special treat, be sure to have your camera with you. The falls are about 212' high, higher than Niagra falls. An-unfathomable volume of water tumbles from the Snake River off from these walls, especially in high water years, and before peak irrigation season. Right now the falls are outstanding, the flow is about 9,000 cubic feet per second!  How To See It All - And have the Money To Do It!
   The park offers a unique blend of recreational facilities, playgrounds, hiking trails, beautifully landscaped picnic areas, a boat ramp and swimming area, fishing, and a scenic overlooks. There is of course modern restrooms, picnic areas, a gift facility, and a food service/visitor center. Handicap access, and ample parking always. Short roadways lead to the popular Dierke's lakes - a favorite for fisherman, swimmers, and the bold souls who enjoy jumping from the many rock cliffs, and into the cold, clean water below.
   As a side note: there is a very small fee for entrance down into the park, only $3, and it is so well worth it. Shoshone Falls is just one of the "must see" attractions that are very close to the city of Twin Falls. My next post should likely reveal another great waterfall, just up-stream from Shoshone Falls. That one is Twin Falls, for which our city was named. Then, there is far, far more to see and do in just our small piece of the great state of Idaho. Hard to know where to begin, it will take some time acquaint you with our Magic Valley. We'll try to do just that, before we move on to other jewels in our Gem State - Idaho! Daily Life & Recreation - Cheap!