Took the tour to Pillar Falls. We were grateful that AWOL was still offering a tour in mid Sept…read more We had a fabulous time! Dalton was so knowledgeable about the area and I thrive on facts like that. Got to see a BASE jumper as we passed under Perrine Bridge. Explored the pillar rocks and pools too. Gorgeous day. Thank you AWOL.

We had such an amazing experience renting two tandem kayaks from AWOL. We reserved the kayaks days…read morein advance to make sure we would have some once we came. It costs $25 for 2 hours on one tandem. Thats $6 per person per hour. We took the kayaks passed the bridge and it was really cool because there were some base jumpers off the bridge which was exciting to see. It was really hot while In the water so I recommend using sunscreen on your face, arms, AND legs. My husband assumed his legs would be covered and they were not so he got really bad burns all over them. We also wore hats because it was really hot. Once you go all the way down towards rocks, you can get off the kayak and walk around this beautiful rock area. There was a little mini waterfall. It only took us 45 minutes to get to this area. We stayed until about 1:15pm. We then headed back to return the kayaks and we got there perfect timing just before 2. If you rent a kayak I highly recommend coming to sight see the rocks because it was absolutely beautiful.

An enjoyable cruise with surprisingly decent catered food. For the price, non-alcoholic drinks…read moreshould be included. They could also use a microphone system. That aside, the information and flow was nice and is a leisurely outing for history and views odd the springs.

My husband and I took a very enjoyable lunch cruise on Sept. 1. The "captain" and his crew were…read morevery pleasant and made us very welcome. Delicious food was served and my bloody Mary was awesome! We will recommend this tour to anyone coming to the area as we are visiting also. Glad we found them!

Older name: Buzz Langdon VC. Newer name: Twin Falls VC…read more + Yay 8 150kW Tesla superchargers here, while I eat my Jersey Mike's and check out the Twin Falls Visitor Center and learn a lil ID history. + From the parking lot you can walk to the adjacent park and overlook and walk under the bridge to cross Blue Lakes Blvd. . Lotta ppl hanging out in the area. + Decent ambience. + Ample parking. + Yay colder water refill. - I was checking out one of their posters and noticed an AI slop of their upcoming Pokemon event. I know Pokemon, and that orange lizard ain't no Charmander~

Right on the river near the Perrine Bridge…read more There's a large parking lot available out front. But I came in on the fabulous Snake Canyon Tim Trail which goes right past the visitors center. The center has a great staff ready to answer any questions of the Twin Falls area. There are racks of brochures on what to see and do in the area. The center also doubles as a souvenir shop with local made products and Idaho clothing. In the back is a very clean public restroom if you are using the trail or are a BASE jumper. The small park in front of the center is wear the BASE jumpers gather to pack their chutes and prepare to walk out on the bridge to jump. Great family spot.

So awesome sight seeing. The water was so clear. Could see the fish swimming with such carefree…read moremovements. Seen a guy up to his knees in that snow run-off water fly fishing. Hope he caught something.

I am really confused. How is this possible??? I thought Idaho was known as..."the potato state"…read more But I am wrong. I admit it and I take responsibility. Idaho is really known for its WATERFALLS!!! Yes, waterfalls! I am from Florida and now I know going forward, if you're interested in exploring around some of the USA's most beautiful waterfalls...then come visit Idaho! And so with that dramatic introduction, lol...I'd like to present, well...it's not really Ritter Island State Park...it's more like...LEMMON FALLS located inside Ritter Island. Lemmon Falls is absolutely jaw dropping fantastic! It was the highlight of my visit here. I don't know the height of Lemmon Falls and I tried searching for it online and couldn't find the exact number. But, regardless...it splashes down the cliffside in front of your eyes. You don't have to work hard to be rewarded. Let me explain... You can plug Lemmon Falls into Google Maps and be guided into the park just fine. Once you find a parking spot, you'll notice Lemmon Falls as the focal point of the surrounding backdrop off to the left hand side of the main entrance. Simply walk over to the falls. It's a 5 - 10 minute stroll. From the pathway, you have access to Lemmon Falls and opportunities for magical picture moments. Some visitors climbed on the rocks for closer perspectives, but I didn't find that necessary. From the pedestrian path, photos were very impressive. Lemmon Falls, alongside Perrine Coulee Falls and Fall Creek Falls have been some of my favorite waterfalls exploring around Southern Idaho. Now...there's more to see and do here at Ritter Island SP... One thing, I know this may sound confusing...Ritter Island is really a subsection unit of Thousand Springs State Park. Regardless of this info, there's another waterfall here on Ritter Island I'd like to mention, and that's...Minnie Miller Springs. To gain access to Minnie Miller Springs waterfall, you cross a footbridge to arrive at an overlook viewpoint. This footbridge isn't always open. Specific hours are...Memorial Day through Labor Day, Thursday - Monday 10am - 3pm. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. There's a bridge volunteer attendant who is there to answer questions. The pathway is easy to Minnie Miller Springs. It's only half a mile. Along the way you'll pass by old fashioned Guernsey Barn which you can walk inside if interested. It's like taking a stroll down memory lane of what life was like back in the day here at Ritter Island. Next, make sure to veer to the right beside the Snake River when leaving the barn area. You'll pass underneath some trees offering shade from the summer sun. Then you'll approach a picnic table and this the lookout point, and in my opinion, the best glance at viewing Minnie Miller Springs. Minnie Miller Springs is a cascading waterfall hung in the background like an art painting. The setting is quaint and charming and if you visit in the afternoon time, the sun will be at your back which creates scenic photo opps. Only problem is the waterfall is located far in the distance. It's not accessible like Lemmon Falls. So basically, you can grab a few pictures of the lush surroundings before returning back towards the footbridge. If you decide you're enjoying the walking path, you can complete the 1.8 mile roundtrip loop around the farm. If not, it's half a mile back to where you started. While here on Ritter Island, people had their canoes, kayaks and paddle boards enjoying the waters. Folks barbecued under trees while lounging around. It was extremely crowded on a Sunday during early August. Granted, it was 105 degrees outside. For me, I had to go swimming and cool off. I just found a little spot beside the banks of the river and hopped in. Surprisingly, Snake River waters were frigid. I couldn't believe how hot it was and you'd assume that'd translate into relaxing swimming conditions, yet that wasn't the case. I think I had a brain freeze from the chilly waters. Still, you adjust to the cold and eventually it's refreshing hanging out in the river on a lazy Sunday. Last extra notes... - It's a $7 fee for day use. You can fill out a slip with payment and drop it into a lockbox. They accept checks. - Ritter Island is located in Wendell, Idaho which is a small town. But, it's 35 miles northwest of Twin Falls, ID, a great city to explore. - I'd suggest arriving sooner than later as there's only so many parking spaces during prime summer visitation season. Overall, coming here to Ritter Island and getting to experience Lemmon Falls was breathtaking. Imo, it's the standout highlight. Minnie Miller Springs is decent and a quiet hike to arrive at. And lastly, taking time to lounge on the grass and have access to the Snake River to cool off on hot summer days is why families make frequent visits. Btw, for those waterfall enthusiasts out there, check out Box Canyon Springs next, 5.5 miles away.

Niagra of the West!…read more The 212ft waterfall is a jewel destination for the state of Idaho. Spectacular viewpoints, paved pathways for hiking and bicycling. Picnic tables with views. Boat ramp available. *If you have the time, hike the pathway for a few miles to the famous launch site of Evil Knievil's attempt to jump across the Snake River!

- Only one way in and out of the park. -- Man, no wonder a…read morelong slow line of vehicles formed out the entrance that Sun afternoon. Think I waited 20-30min before finally entering the park. . $5/car. - Crowded parking. Had to seek the overflow parking, - The overflow parking in the picnic area is about a 2min walk to the overlook. + but at least the overflow parking is shaded; - The main parking closer to the vista isn't. - Limited restrooms. . Ah, the kayakers you see down there stay far from the falls cuz the turbulence can continuously flip the boat and the mist can make it hard to breathe and see. . Note: Early autumn, irrigation needs divert upstream Snake River, reducing Shoshone Falls to a trickle. Enjoy while you can. Nice they post a livefeed [ https://www.tfid.org/309/Shoshone-Falls ] to let you know beforehand today's volumetric flow. Given this con:pro ratio, Shoshone Falls is a tourist trap. Just go see Niagara Falls lol

Talk about EPIC‼ My friend & myself drove into Elko Nevada to go snowmobiling & boy was this the…read moreTime of our life! I was nervous because i had never been snowmobiling but Jason & Joe were more than helpful with tips on how to handle the snow mobile & it eased my mind knowing that as we were riding we wouldn't get lost in the sauce or left behind because their was always a guide in the front & back of us . Towards the end I definetly let loose a lot on the snow mobile in the beginning I actually ended up falling off of it one time but Joe had already prepared of what to do if this shall happen so I didn't panic too bad! The scenery was beautiful as we rode in & thru the mountains they kept us on pretty smooth trails for the most part being that we were beginners & we enjoyed every bit of it ! Once we finished Jason had us lunch that his wife had prepared sandwiches , soup , & Joe kept us stuffed with Reese cups as dessert it was hilarious ! I reccomend to anyone that hasn't been snowmobiling atleast do it one time in your lifetime!

Booked a snowmobile tour with this company as we were driving into Elko. We wanted to spend some…read moretime having fun and enjoying the mountains. It was very short notice but they fit us in. Very professional group. Willing to accommodate all our needs. Excellent equipment and guides, Jason and Mitch are wonderful. We even got a fabulous lunch that Jason's wife prepared for us. Ruby mountain is sooo beautiful, a lot of snow and a lot of fun. A perfect adventure. We even saw a ram!!

great outfitter but terrible guides. Guides work way out ahead and are not focused on the clients…read moreneeds. Some horses are not rider friendly.

+ I arrived late (after 6pm), so no one at the booth to confirm my America the Beautiful Pass ;)…read more+ Pleasant scenice drive without the crowd. + Inferno Cone's an excellent short stop to explore the terrain of one of CM's humble-sized dormant volcanoes. + Pigeons live in the now dormant Spatter Cones. That's why you don't wanna throw anything down there. + So glad I didn't chicken out of checking out Dewdrop Cave and Indian Tunnel. If you're visiting the Mt West hoping to visit gems like Wind Cave or Lewis and Clark Caverns SP and are disappointed to realize the spots fill out early, here's a fantastic consolation: scrambling around the boulders of the fascinating Caves Trail caves. + Peaceful place to camp safely too. Not too far into the wilderness away from infrastructure. - Seemed to be few restrooms or water throughout the Loop Rd though. + Glad there's a lavatory and trash bins at Caves Trail parking though. - Virtually no shade throughout the monument.

Stopped by here when we were driving by to check out this National Monument. They have a small…read morevisitor center and gift store that was open for off season hours and part of the driving loop was closed for the season, but we were still able to experience part of the park. We had a great experience.