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    • Gooding County, Idaho

      Hike the Little City of Rocks

      4.0
      4.2 mi / 800 ft gain
      Located near Gooding, Idaho, the Little City of Rocks provides endless wandering through volcanic ash hoodoos and sagebrush desert.The parking area is less than two miles down a decently graded dirt road. In spring there is a water crossing. If your car cannot cross park and walk the short distan...
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    • Wendell, Idaho

      Hike and Swim at Box Canyon Springs

      5.0
      4.3 mi / 351 ft gain
      Tucked away, almost hidden in a vast expanse of farmland, lies a secluded canyon filled with natural springs, crystal clear water, waterfalls and wildlife. There’s a good chance you may miss the turn off to the trailhead, so keep a keen eye peeled for the small park signage. There are two parking...
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    • Buhl, Idaho

      Take a Dip at Miracle Hot Springs

      5.0
      Located just 10 miles northwest of Buhl, Idaho, lies a geothermal oasis with a rich history and where relaxation is the only requirement. Miracle Hot Springs is a collection of 4 outdoor public pools, 15 private pools and 6 VIP pools filled with natural hot spring water that is soft to the touch....
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    • Jerome, Idaho

      SUP the Snake River to Pillar Falls

      5.0
      There may not be a better way to beat the heat on a scorching summer day, then to hop onto a SUP and hit the Snake River. For a quick and super easy paddle,  cruise under the Perrine Bridge where you may just get the chance to see people basejumping right above you as you make your way to one if ...
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    • Twin Falls County, Idaho

      Perrine Bridge and Perrine Coulee Falls

      4.5
      About the Bridge: The Perrine Bridge near Twin Falls, Idaho is a famous landmark in the state and crosses the beautiful Snake River Canyon. The bridge is 1,500 feet long and is 386 feet above the Snake River. There are also BASE jumpers that frequent the bridge. BASE jumping is a sport where athl...
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    • Hill City, Idaho

      Photograph the Camas Lilies on the Camas Prairie

      4.0
      Each spring the Camas Prairie comes alive with acres of vibrant Camas lilies. The bloom lasts from late May to mid-June.From Route 20 turn south onto Wolf Lane east of Hill City, following the Centennial Marsh Wildlife Management Area signs. The road is dirt but passable for sedans.Stop at the Ce...
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    • Twin Falls, Idaho

      Hike the Snake River Canyon to Pillar Falls

      5.0
      2.5 mi / 600 ft gain
      From Eastland Dr. in Twin Falls, turn right onto Pole Line Rd. to find a small dirt pulloff with room for only a handful of cars on the north side of the road. The Snake River canyon is visible beneath, and a steep but wide access trail heads down from here.The descent is rocky and loose, so watc...
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    • Buhl, Idaho

      Visit Balanced Rock

      4.0
      Balanced Rock is famous throughout the Magic Valley, and getting there is easy. A picnic table and turnoff on Castleford/Glenns Ferry Road allows you to park below the rock. From there it's a short scramble up the hill to get to the base -- that's the only way to get a feel for the boulder's enor...
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    • Buhl, Idaho

      Photograph Balanced Rock at Night

      Southern Idaho offers a lot of unique places to go photograph, but not all places have as good of a spot for astrophotography as Balanced Rock State Park does. Because this spot is quite a ways out from the towns, you don't have a lot of light pollution which allows you to see all of the stars in...
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    • Kimberly, Idaho

      Shoshone Falls

      4.3
      0.61 mi / 174 ft gain
      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,...
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    • Kimberly, Idaho

      Cliff Jump & Swim at Dierkes Lake

      3.0
      Dierkes Lake is located in the same park as Shoshone Falls so the $3 per carload entrance fee allows you to see both amazing locations.  Just after the ticket booth in the park take a right at the fork in the road that will take you directly to Dierkes Lake, where you will find ample parking in t...
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    • Bellevue, Idaho

      Kayak Silver Creek Preserve

      5.0
      Silver Creek Preserve is a fabulous float just outside the tiny town of Picabo, Idaho, on Silver Creek. The creek is spring fed and so is absolutely crystal clear. The float is easy, safe and excellent for new kayakers and children. The water levels are low, the bottom of the stream bed is alm...
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    • Kimberly, Idaho

      Mountain Bike at Indian Springs

      A total of 18 trails that you can connect for your ride. For flowy single track ride Lower Sugarloaf, Swamys, or Dry Gulch. For technical ride Brennan, Hot Shot, Upper Sugarloaf, or Backdoor. Trail maps at https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?msa=0&mid=zNWx9iR6KKmY.kbh0RThbxRSc
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    • Bellevue, Idaho

      Hike Along Silver Creek

      3 mi
      From the intersection of Highways 75 and 20 drive east on Highway 20 for 7.3 miles. Turn right onto Kilpatrick Bridge Road and drive another 1.5 miles to the Silver Creek Preserve Visitor Center.Stop at the Visitor's Center to take in the desert landscape and snap a few pictures. Exit on the far ...
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    • Bellevue, Idaho

      Kayak Silver Creek: West Access to Picabo Bridge

      Kayak Silver Creek: West Access to Picabo Bridge is a second incredible float near the town of Picabo, Idaho, on Silver Creek. The float is easy, safe and excellent for new kayakers and children. This float is up the road from Silver Creek Preserve adventure towards the east and near the little ...
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    • Hailey, Idaho

      Draper Preserve

      3.0
      0.65 mi / 36 ft gain
      Draper Preserve is a family friendly, dog friendly, photograph friendly hike accessible from the center of Hailey.  Lion Park, the starting point of this hike, has ample parking, a covered picnic area, and bathroom facilities. In the winter there is also a warming hut for the nearby cross countr...
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