Southern Idaho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Snake River Canyon is located in the Magic Valley region of southern Idaho, forming part of the boundary between Twin Falls County to the south and Jerome County to the north. The canyon ranges up to 500 feet (150 meters) deep and 0.25 miles (0.4 kilometers) wide, and runs for just over 50 miles. Perrine Bridge crosses the canyon immediately north of the city of Twin Falls. Shoshone Falls Park lies approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) east of Perrine Bridge along the canyon.
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The Snake River Canyon is located in the Magic Valley region of southern Idaho, forming part of the boundary between Twin Falls County to the south and Jerome County to the north. The canyon ranges up to 500 feet (150 meters) deep and 0.25 miles (0.4 kilometers) wide, and runs for just over 50 miles. Perrine Bridge crosses the canyon immediately north of the city of Twin Falls. Shoshone Falls Park lies approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) east of Perrine Bridge along the canyon.
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Shoshone Falls in September
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This is my most favorite place in Idaho (I almost don't want to share it, but please leave no trace and take care of our forest.)    A 2 mile mostly flat trail takes you to the edge of the Sawtooth Wilderness area.  You can hike or bike in (no bikes into the wilderness area.) A few downed trees may be on trail so beaware when riding bike.  Directions- just before Redfish lake lodge, parking on left, trail on right.

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Where to stay in Southern Idaho

Boise Idaho - Capital of the Gem State

Downtown Boise

3/5(1 area review)

Downtown Boise is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Jack's Urban Meeting Place or Knitting Factory.

Downtown Boise
Go BSU!!

Southeast Boise

You'll enjoy the live music and sporting events in Southeast Boise. You might want to make time for a stop at Albertsons Stadium or ExtraMile Arena.

Southeast Boise
Ominous looking clouds over the mountains

Downtown Ketchum

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ketchum, PK's Ski and Sports and Gallery DeNovo are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ketchum
Park bench and the distant skyline of Boise Idaho

Boise Bench

You'll enjoy the gardens and waterfalls in Boise Bench. You might want to make time for a stop at Boise Depot or Boise Mormon Temple.

Boise Bench
Boise City Idaho Skyline with smoke and haze on a hot summer afternoon during the wildfire, viewed from Camels Back Trail in the Idaho-Bitterroot Rocky Mountains

North End

Visitors to North End enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, First United Presbyterian Church is worth a stop.

North End
Great week in the Valley! Always fun to Après ski at lower warm springs!

Warm Springs

While visiting Warm Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Valley Ski Resort and Sawtooth National Forest.

Warm Springs
Hotel 43

Hotel 43

4 out of 5
981 Grove St Boise ID
The price is NZ$271 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$271
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boise. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
Will always stay at Hotel 43. Best rooms, excellent Staff, love the bar and food at Chandlers....

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Hotel 43
Hotel Renegade

Hotel Renegade

3.5 out of 5
1110 W Grove Street Boise ID
The price is NZ$248 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$248
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boise. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Woodland Empire Ale Craft and Hulls Gulch ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (939 reviews)
Room was very clean. Staff was friendly.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hotel Renegade
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pocatello

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pocatello

3 out of 5
1440 Bench Road Pocatello ID
The price is NZ$158 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$158
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pocatello. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,517 reviews)
The room was excellent

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pocatello
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Buffalo Resort

Blue Buffalo Resort

2 out of 5
3402 N Highway 20 Island Park ID
Stay at this campsite in Island Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Island Park Dam and Harriman State Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (516 reviews)
This place is a gem!

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Blue Buffalo Resort
Timbers at Island Park Village Resort

Timbers at Island Park Village Resort

3 out of 5
4153 N Big Springs Loop Rd Island Park ID
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Island Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (419 reviews)
Property and time spent there was amazing. Very welcoming and comfortable for sure. Enjoyed the feeling of being at home while away, and the hospitality of all the staff we encountered was professional and helpful. Definitely a stay here planned for next years tournament. However, the food establishment ...

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Timbers at Island Park Village Resort
Grandma's Cabin

Grandma's Cabin

3.5 out of 5
3788 Basalt Island Park ID
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Island Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a lazy river. Popular attractions Island Park Dam and Harriman State Park ...
Awesome Family Cabin
This was an awesome cabin!! It was extremely clean and felt very home like! My kids/grandkids absolutely loved it! There were even family games to play in the evenings! This was a perfect place for our family!! Thank you Laurie!

Reviewed on 4 July 2021

Grandma's Cabin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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