Shoshone Falls

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0.61 miles

Elevation Gain

174 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

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Waterfall

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Known as the "Niagara of the West," Shoshone Falls' double tiered waterfall is 45 feet taller than it's eastern counterpart.

From Highway 93 in Twin Falls turn east onto Falls Avenue. After two miles turn left onto Champlin Road and continue to the entrance of Shoshone Falls Park.

Enjoy a view of the waterfalls from one of the many lookout decks. For a longer adventure, hop on the paved Centennial Trail and walk, run, or bike 1.4 miles to the site of Evel Knievel's unsuccessful 1974 jump across the canyon on a rocket powered motorcycle.

Shoshone Falls is dam controlled and runs highest during spring. Current water flow can be seen via a live webcam provided by the City of Twin Falls.

After your waterfall adventure head to Elevation 486 for the best happy hour menu in town and outdoor tables along the canyon rim.

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A S

6/25/2026

Went at sunset, most beautiful thing i have ever seen

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Crystal Sibson

8/12/2020

Beautiful Waterfalls

Shoshone falls are massive and beautiful. There are many lookout decks that allow great views and photo opportunities. Worth the visit!

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Tammy Molepske

8/12/2020

Cool place to hang out by the falls

Great spot for selfies and landscape photography. Small fee is required to park so bring a couple bucks in cash.

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Erin Schmitz

5/21/2018

Hilly!

If you start from Shoshone Falls, be prepared for some very steep hills up to the more flat trail. Also, canyon rim trail is ...

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Kevin Nielsen

12/13/2017

Paddle it!

For a nice adventure rent a canoe or kayak and paddle to the base of the falls. (They rent them at the ...

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Kim Baker

8/14/2017

Crowded but SO beautiful!

This place is so easy to access with incredible views and nice picnic areas around. We explored some of the little trails branching off ...

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Shalee Blackmer

6/8/2017

If you're going to detour for the falls, make sure they are flowing

I'm not sure how often it occurs, but when going to see it the falls were completely dry. I'm guessing it had something to ...

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Laura Boyer

1/3/2017

Paddle Board up to the Falls

The Shoshone Falls are beautiful to look at, but the falls and the river are amazing from the bottom. I camped downstream of the ...

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Josh Packer

12/17/2016

Niagra of the West

If you want to see Niagra Falls, but can't make it to New York, check out Shoshone Falls in Twin Falls. I went there ...

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Tanner Nelson

7/4/2016

Just Passing Through

Cool sight to see if you're passing through the area. But, I wouldn't say that it's worth it if is your only destination. Not ...

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Laura Hlohinec

5/22/2016

Passing Through

I rerouted my road trip randomly through Twin Falls and decided I needed to see why the town was named as such. I didn't ...

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Patricia Curry

5/7/2016

Pretty Impressive

I love waterfalls and this one is beautiful. Stop here, and watch beautiful rainbows. There's not a whole lot to explore, they won't let ...

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Joshua Contois

3/24/2016

Worth the Stop

Visit during the shoulder season for no fee. This is a great stop for anyone travelling along I-84. A wide angle lens helps to ...

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