Twin Falls, ID Road Trips

Having been founded in 1905, it is the youngest of Idaho's major cities. Twin Falls has become a regional cultural and economic center for South Central Idaho and northeastern Nevada. Once in the heart of a stretch on the Oregon Trail best known for its inhospitable environment, Twin Falls was founded in 1904 as a planned community after irrigation projects on the Snake River made large-scale agriculture in the area practical for the first time. Twin Falls is the principal city of the Magic Valley region of Idaho, so named because said irrigation projects "magically" transformed the harsh landscape into productive farmland. Agriculture remains one of the city's primary industries. Twin Falls is home to over 55,000 residents, making it one of Idaho's principal cities outside the Boise metro area. Twin Falls town website

1 Snake River Canyon (immediately north of Twin Falls). Perhaps best known for Evel Knievel's failed 1974 attempt to jump it in a rocket-powered motorcycle, the canyon has become a destination for BASE jumpers, as Perrine Bridge spanning the canyon is the only man-made structure in the United States where BASE jumping is allowed year round without a permit (although bungee jumping is not; you will attract unwanted attention from local authorities if you attempt it). Golf is available on the canyon floor at the public Canyon Springs Golf Course and the private Blue Lakes Country Club. 2 College of Southern Idaho, 315 Falls Ave, ☏ +1 208-733-9554, toll-free: +1-800-680-0274, fax: +1 208-736-4705, [email protected]. Known locally as CSI, the College of Southern Idaho in the northwestern part of the city often features many cultural performances. The school's nationally recognized community college men's basketball program is a big draw during the winter months. Home games are always well-attended. 3 Shoshone Falls, 4155 Shoshone Falls Grade Rd, ☏ +1 208-736-2265. Dawn-dusk, daily (may close for poor road conditions). The self-proclaimed "Niagara of the West". Shoshone Falls is a waterfall on the Snake River east of the city. Indeed, the waterfall has a higher drop than its famed New York/Canada rival but is considerably narrower. Shoshone Falls is best viewed in the spring. By summer hydroelectric and irrigation demands on the Snake River often bring the flow down to a trickle, exposing the white bedrock underneath. Check website for current flow rates.

Most other diversions in the Twin Falls area revolve around outdoor activities such as camping, hunting and fishing. Twin Falls County Fair, ☏ +1 208-326-4396. Held the week before Labor Day in nearby Filer, the Twin Falls County Fair is one of the largest in the state. The Magic Valley Comic Con was also held at the county fairgrounds. 1 Dierkes Lake Park, 4155 Shoshone Falls Grade. An oxbow lake near Shoshone Falls, Dierkes Lake is a well-known summer recreation destination among the locals. 2 Team Bowladrome, 220 Eastland Drive (North of Kimberley Road), ☏ +1 208-733-0369, [email protected]. Always opens at 11AM. (updated Oct 2019) Viki Le Fevre Mountain Bike Skills Park. A mountain biking park at the Auger Falls Wetland Preserve. (updated Jun 2022)

Twin Falls is home to many family owned and locally beloved restaurants. It features several Thai restaurants, Mexican restaurants, and family-oriented establishments. 1 Abracadabra's Twin Falls, 1099 Blue Lakes Blvd N, ☏ +1 208-733-0884, [email protected]. W-M 8AM-2PM, closed Tu. Their breakfast and brunch scene is well known locally for its large, economical portions and delicious food. $10-20 per person. (updated Jan 2025) 2 Garibaldi's, 645 Filer Ave, ☏ +1 208-736-7408. M-Sa 11AM-10PM; Su 11AM-9:30PM. Mexican restaurant with large portions and quick customer service. Typically fairly busy. $20-30 per person. (updated Jan 2025) 3 La Fiesta, 1288 Blue Lakes Blvd N, ☏ +1 208-734-0685, [email protected]. Su-Th 11AM-10PM, F Sa 11AM-11PM. Mexican restaurant with beautiful décor, cozy ambience, bar, and a dog friendly patio. Happy hour is 4-7pm. $10-20 per person. (updated Jan 2025) 4 Janitzio, 2096 Kimberly Rd, ☏ +1 208 733-3855. Su-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-10PM. Mexican restaurant with friendly servers and well seasoned food. $10-20 per person. (updated Jan 2025) 5 Jasmine Thai Cuisine, 428 2nd Ave E, ☏ +1 208-733-2222. M-Sa 11AM-9PM, Su noon-9PM. (updated Jan 2025) 6 Rice and Bites, 1924 Addison Ave E, ☏ +1 208-825-1834. M-Sa 11AM-8:30PM, closed Su. (updated Jan 2025)

1 Koto Brewing Co., 156 Main Ave N, ☏ +1 208-933-2570. M-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-11PM, Su noon-7PM. Brewpub with live music (updated Jan 2025) 2 Milner's Gate - Idaho Craft Brewery, 205 Shoshone St N, ☏ +1 208-293-8250. Tu-Th 11AM-10PM, F Sa 11AM-11PM; Su 11AM-2PM; closed M. Brewery with delicious food. (updated Jan 2025) Bars in Twin Falls close at 1AM sharp, no excuses.

1 La Quinta Inn & Suites Twin Falls, 539 Pole Line Rd, ☏ +1 208-736-9600. 2 Quality Inn & Suites, 1910 Fillmore Ave N, ☏ +1 208-734-7494, fax: +1 208 735-9428. 3 Hampton Inn Twin Falls, 1658 Fillmore Ave N, ☏ +1 208-734-2233, fax: +1 208 734-2244. 4 Hilton Garden Inn - Twin Falls, 1741 Harrison St N, ☏ +1 208-733-8500. 5 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 1554 Fillmore St, ☏ +1 208-732-6001, fax: +1 208 732-5974. 6 Motel 6, 1472 Blue Lakes Blvd N, ☏ +1 208-734-3993, fax: +1 208 736-7368. 7 Canyon Springs Extended Stay, 1357 Blue Lakes Blvd N, ☏ +1 208-829-1000. 8 Blue Lakes Inn, 952 Blue Lakes Blvd N (near Falls Avenue), ☏ +1 208-933-2123, [email protected]. Check-in: 3–11PM, check-out: 11AM. Designated rooms for dogs are offered based on availability, with a $35 Pet Fee applied at check in; only two dogs per room. (updated Oct 2019) 9 The Fillmore Inn, 102 Fillmore Street (near Addison Avenue), ☏ +1 208-404-6503, [email protected]. A bricken Tudor bed and breakfast. Only guests age ten and over are allowed, and pets are not. (updated Oct 2019)

1 Joslin Field - Magic Valley Regional Airport (TWF IATA), 492 Airport Loop. It is served by regular flights from Salt Lake City on SkyWest Airlines. Twin Falls can be accessed by car via US Highway 93. Interstate 84 runs approximately 5 miles (8 km) north of the city in Jerome County and intersects US-93. Unless you are coming from Nevada, you will cross the bridge over the Snake River Canyon. Greyhound Bus provides service between Boise and Twin Falls. The trip takes about two hours and fifteen minutes. Salt Lake Express

Twin Falls offers a micro-transit system through RIDE TFT, which offers a citywide, point-to-point transportation. You can request or schedule a ride from the app or by calling ☏ +1 208-974-7433. RIDE TFT service hours: Mondays – Thursdays 6AM to 9PM Fridays 6AM to midnight Saturdays 7AM to nidnight Sundays and holidays no service The standard fare before 9PM, is $3 per trip (no matter how many passengers in your party. After 9PM, the fare is $10 per trip. RIDE TFT service to the Twin Falls Airport costs $10 per ride. Having your own car is effectively a requirement to see anything more than walking distance from your hotel. Cars can be rented at Magic Valley Regional Airport from many companies including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz and National. Rudimentary taxi service is available in the city if needed, but it's no Manhattan. Don't expect to hail a cab even on busy streets. Check Yellow Pages for services.

Given that much of the city's commercial and tourist infrastructure is concentrated around the intersection of Blue Lakes Boulevard and Poleline Road, as well as the fact nearby Perrine Bridge is effectively the only way in and out of Twin Falls from the north, traffic in the immediate area can be as heavy as anywhere in a much larger population center such as Boise. Stay alert if driving or walking through here.