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Explore The Magic Valley
These are some of the landscapes and gathering places that shape life in the Magic Valley, from canyon rims in Twin Falls to day trips across southern Idaho. Click any place to learn what it is, what to do, and how long the drive takes from downtown Twin Falls.
Shoshone Falls
Just east of town, Shoshone Falls pours over the Snake River Canyon and earned its nickname as the Niagara of the West.
About 15 Minutes From Downtown Twin Falls
Perrine Bridge And The Snake River Canyon
The I.B. Perrine Bridge soars over the Snake River Canyon, with walkways that put the river and the cliffs right under your feet.
About 10 Minutes From Downtown Twin Falls
Twin Falls
The waterfall that gave the city its name still plunges into the Snake River Canyon, and it is at its best in spring.
About 15 Minutes From Downtown Twin Falls
Dierkes Lake
Tucked into the same canyon as Shoshone Falls, Dierkes Lake is the easy local swim, picnic, and walking loop.
About 15 Minutes From Downtown Twin Falls
Balanced Rock
South of Buhl, a tower of rock shaped by the wind stands on a narrow pedestal above Salmon Falls Creek Canyon.
About 50 Minutes From Downtown Twin Falls
Thousand Springs State Park
Along the Snake River near Hagerman, springs pour from the canyon walls at Thousand Springs State Park.
About 45 To 50 Minutes From Downtown Twin Falls
City Of Rocks
A day trip south of the valley leads to granite spires, hiking trails, and dark night skies at City Of Rocks.
About Two Hours From Downtown Twin Falls
Craters Of The Moon
About two hours from town, a sea of lava flows and cinder cones opens up at Craters Of The Moon.
About Two Hours From Downtown Twin Falls