Cauldron Linn

Caldron Linn is a waterfall on the Snake River in southern Idaho, commonly spelled Cauldron Linn and also referred to as Star Falls.

Wilson Price Hunt's voyage to the Pacific Ocean, the Overland Party of the Pacific Fur Company, used Caldron Linn as a major staging area. When the expedition came upon the waterfall while trying to paddle down the Snake River in 1811, they had already lost one of their group to the water. The group decided to forgo the river and continue to the Pacific on land because of the raging waves of the falls. Given that Scotland has a waterfall by the same name, a Scottish party member most likely gave the falls their name.

Cauldron Linn is impressive throughout the year, but the spring is when the water is running the highest. High-clearance cars are the best choice for the trip because a rough road leads to the viewing area at Cauldron Linn. At Cauldron Linn, there are no amenities like guardrails or viewing platforms, so visitors must be cautious around the cliff's sharp edges.

Location: Southern Idaho