24 Hours in and around Twin Falls, Idaho
Here’s the perfect way to spend 24 hours in and around Twin Falls, from B.A.S.E jumping to exploring a hidden canyon oasis topped with a night spent at a relaxing hot springs escape.
Launching out of Centennial Park in Twin Falls, spend your day taking in the epic views of the Snake River as it winds its way under the Perrine Bridge making its' way towards Pillar Falls and beyond. At the bridge, you can watch B.A.S.E. jumpers throw caution to the wind as they leap fearlessly off the bridge and glide softly to the beachy shoreline below.
After the water adventure, head to Milner's Gate for a fantastic lunch with great beer, and if you time it right, enjoy the best happy hour in downtown.
The best spot in town to watch the sunset is near the Twin Falls visitor center. There is a short, paved walking trail that hangs on the cliff's edge given you magic views of the bridge, the B.A.SE. jumpers, the powered powergliders and the gorgeous canyon and Snake River.
Start your next day off by headed south towards the quaint town of Buhl. No trip here is complete without a stop at the Cloverleaf Creamery for what everyone says is the best ice cream in all of Idaho. It lies about 16 miles west of Twin Falls, on Route 30, off of the Thousand Springs Scenic Byway.
It has a huge selection of flavors, all of which you are welcome to try samples of before deciding on which one will end up in your perfect cone. Cloverleaf Creamery uses an old-fashioned technique to bottle healthy, all-natural milk from it's small dairy of registered, pedigree Holsteins.
With happy bellies full of delicious ice cream, hit the road for a quick 20-minute drive, heading towards Box Canyon - this is a dirt lot, but there is additional parking down the dirt road so you don't have to walk the full mile or so in to access the trails. Once a the Box Canyon Springs Overlook, the earth drops away to reveal a gorgeous canyon with crystal-clear waters.
The hike to reach the pools below is rocky and courses its way along the edge of the rim before quickly dipping down to the canyon floor. The next portion of the trail loosely followed the water's edge, creating ample opportunity for up-close views of waterfalls and access to a couple of pristine swimming locations.
We spent the early afternoon swimming in the cool, refreshing water, eating snacks and relaxing in this hidden oasis. Make sure to really enjoy your adventure because the hike back is a doozy, with a steep climb out of the canyon. Trust us, the trip is completely worth it.
For the night, head over to Miracle Hot Springs. Get checked in and make a beeline straight to one of the King Domes to set up home for the night. The domes are completely furnished, so you don't need to do much except drop your bags, change into swimwear and head out to soak in the pools.
Enjoy watching the sun set while relaxing in the comfort of the four warm, soaking pools. The are all set at different temperatures allowing you to choose the spot that is perfect for you.
South Central Idaho is a perfect snapshot of the diversity of adventures all around this beautiful state.
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