Idaho's iconic 212-foot waterfall with peak spring flow and ADA-accessible viewing, though summer flow is heavily regulated upstream.
$5 per vehicle day-use fee ($25 season pass; $20 tour bus)
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Based on this listing's approximate location — see the note on coordinates below.
Spring snowmelt gives peak flow (historically 10,000-12,000 CFS); flow is regulated by irrigation releases 20 miles upstream at Milner Dam, so late-summer/fall flow can be much lower.
Shoshone Falls is a 212-foot waterfall on the Snake River near Twin Falls, recognized as one of Idaho’s most iconic natural features. The City of Twin Falls manages the site as a public recreation area with viewing platforms and interpretive facilities.
Historically, spring snowmelt produces dramatic flow rates of 10,000–12,000 cubic feet per second, creating a spectacular display rivaling Niagara Falls. However, visitors should understand that water flow is heavily regulated by irrigation management at Milner Dam located 20 miles upstream. Late summer and fall flows can be substantially lower due to upstream diversions for agricultural use, making spring (April–June) the optimal time for experiencing the falls at their most impressive.
The park is open year-round for day-use viewing and charges a $5 per-vehicle fee (or $25 season pass). Dogs are permitted, and ADA-accessible viewing areas are available for visitors with mobility considerations. The combination of iconic stature, accessible infrastructure, and reliable seasonal flow makes Shoshone Falls a primary destination for waterfall tourism in southern Idaho, though timing a visit to coincide with spring flow is important for experiencing the falls’ full dramatic potential.
Spring for dramatic snowmelt flow (10,000–12,000 CFS); avoid late summer/fall when flow is minimal due to irrigation management.
ADA-accessible viewing areas and facilities are available at the park.
Located in Twin Falls area with other Snake River falls accessible nearby (Perrine Coulee, Pillar Falls).
$5 per vehicle day-use fee ($25 season pass; $20 tour bus)
It's viewable without a hike, from a pullout or short walk near the parking area.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
We track 8 waterfalls in Snake River Plain, 3 of which are roadside like this one.
There are 3 other waterfalls we track in Twin Falls. All Snake River Plain waterfalls →
tfid.org
City of Twin Falls official park page and Visit Idaho official state tourism page, checked 2026-09-04. Park listed as open year-round dawn-to-dusk; no closure notice found.
Checked September 2026.