Shoshone Falls
Anyone visiting the area must visit Shoshone Falls Park, which is situated in the town of Twin Falls. One of the largest natural waterfalls on the entire continent, Shoshone Falls, sometimes known as "The Niagara of the West," is 900 feet wide and rises 212 feet, surpassing the height of the genuine Niagra Falls by 45 feet.
The amount of flow varies greatly depending on the snowfall from the preceding year. Due to water diversions filling nearby reservoirs in the fall, Shoshone Falls may be almost completely dry. It is suggested to go during the melting in the spring when the river will be at its highest.
The spring is when this magnificent natural feature flows the fastest. By autumn, a large portion of the river's water is diverted for agriculture, which causes the falls to run almost completely dry at this time of year. The ideal season to explore Shoshone Falls is spring.
Shoshone Falls Park, which is nearby, offers picnic areas, playgrounds, and restrooms. Each car must pay $5 in entrance to enter the park. Parking spaces at the nearby Dierkes Lake Park are also included in the admission price.
Location: Twin Falls, Shoshone Falls, Idaho