Welcome to Southern Idaho

Parks, golf courses, and docks follow the Snake river as it winds through the region. The canyon walls frame the setting for fishing, rafting, and waterskiing. Small-town America lives here with friendly faces at every turn. Discover antique stores, museums, fairs, and festivals. Enjoy our art galleries, wine tastings, concert halls, and jazz shows.

Small Town Appeal - Southern idaho

Small town appeal, this is what we are. Our streets are filled with quaint coffee shops, art galleries, quilt shops, antique stores, wine shops and the friendliest peopkle in the USA. Southern Idaho has not been spoiled by the masses, but we'll be glad to see you!

City of Rocks National Reserve and Castle Rocks State Park

City of Rocks is one of the premier climbing areas in the country! Great places to hike, climb, ride horseback or gaze at true geological wonders. Experience the historic California Trail and early ranching heritage. Open year round, call ahead for winter access.

Craters of the Moon National Monument

The moon-like landscape comes to life. See evidence of the Earth's amazing forces. In spring the wildflowers soften the lava, and during the winter you can cross-country ski or snowshoe among the timeless features.

Shoshone Falls and Dierkes Lake Park

Surrounded by canyon vistas, Shoshone Falls tumbles 212 feet to the Snake River below. Higher than Niagra Falls, the falls are best viewed in the spring. The park is open year-round from 7am to 9pm. At neighboring Dierkes Lake, you can go hiking, rock-climbing, swimming, fishing or just enjoy the beauty!

Thousand Springs State Park

Travel the Thousand Springs Scenic Byway between Buhl and Hagerman; spring water flowing from the canyon walls is cleary visible. The Snake River Plain aquifer flows 1,308 miles beneath volcanic rock before reaching the cliffs. Hatcheries along the way raise 70 percent of trout in the US.

Lake Walcott National Wildlife Refuge

Go birding, hiking or fishing at the beautiful park and wildlife refuge with over 20,000 acres of water, wetlands and sagebrush uplands for wildlife. Lake Walcott State Park features camping and picnic areas and boat launch facilities beneath groves of cottonwood trees.

The Idaho International Dance and Music Festival

A festival of color, energy, and magic! The Idaho International Dance and Music Festical offers great pageantry music and culture - all set in the beauty of an Idaho summer. The festival takes place during the 4th week of July in Burley, Idaho!

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Our National and State Parks are treasures – you will see amazing sites and there is plenty of recreation opportunities for everyone - The City of Rocks National Reserve has over 22 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding…all set in a most amazing landscape! Explore the City of Rocks and its sister – Castle Rocks State Park right next door. The wildflowers are blooming at Craters of the Moon National Monument. It is remarkable to see all the color softening the lava rock. It is construction season – if you are traveling eastbound to Craters of the Moon – take Highway 20 as Highway 93 from Shoshone to Carey is closed until July 6.The picture to the left is Earl M. Hardy Box Canyon Nature Preserve – this is one of nine units of Thousand Springs State Park. This is a great time of year to hike – it is warmer but not too hot. You will see the springs surrounded by a desert landscape. The path is steep – please use caution…and you can always take in the view from the overlook at the top. Ritter Island – another unit of Thousand Springs State Park is open. The birds and the kids (of all ages) are eating the cherries – don’t you just love summer! This is a special place – don’t miss it – hours are 10 am – 3 pm seven days a week! Have you made plans for 4^th of July – can you believe this All-American holiday is just around the corner….our Calendar of Events lists all the community celebrations in the area May we suggest….Buhl Sagebrush Days features a full day of events – starting with a fun run and then the parade and of course - food and fun all day in the park. Historic Downtown Twin Falls hosts the first-annual Quilt Walk - July 1 – 4; it is new this year – we hope to see you strolling Main Street to view the quilts displayed on storefronts.

Take care - Be Safe - and we'll see you soon in Southern Idaho!

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