Rejuvenated from our hot spring experience yesterday, we embraced day six with fresh minds and bodies. Excited to discover what southeastern Idaho had in store for us, we headed to the Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Museum, located on the Fort Hall Reservation.
The settlement of Native Americans that live here was formed when theShoshone and Bannock tribes merged. They are a self-governing group that manages their own schools, agricultural and commercial businesses.
The museum offers an intimate look into their history, and is truly a must-see for those curious about Native American cultures. The staff is genuinely friendly and they have a gift shop where they sell local, handmade goods.
Just outside the city of Twin Falls, we stopped at Shoshone Falls, which sits along the Snake River. Standing 64 meters high, the falls are even taller than the famous Niagara Falls, and are often referred to as the “Niagara of the West.” We were told they are best viewed during spring and early summer, when water flow is high. We were so glad to be here during peak time!
There’s a lot to do here, from playgrounds to hiking trails and picnic areas. But the scenic overlook is the top attraction. It had rained a few minutes before we got there, so the amazing view was made especially magnificent by the appearance of a rainbow hovering just over the water. Everyone in the group agreed that this was one of their favorite destinations so far!
Just a few miles away from Shoshone Falls is the Buzz Langdon Visitor Center at Perrine Bridge. A free attraction, this breathtaking view looks out over the Snake River Canyon Rim. And if the view isn’t enough to get your adrenaline pumping, watching the BASE jumpers leap off the bridge sure will! The Perrine Bridge is the only manmade structure in the U.S. where BASE-jumping is allowed year-round without a permit.
For lunch, we didn’t have to go far. Just five minutes away, Elevation 486had a table for us with a mind-blowing view of the vast surrounding landscape. A delicious, seasonal menu provided a memorable meal and a chance to reflect on the sights we had seen and ponder what the remainder of the day had in store for us.
As we made our way from Twin Falls to Boise, Idaho, along the Thousand Springs Scenic Byway, we took the time to stop and admire the amazing views, from breathtaking cliffs to waterfalls spilling out of the canyon walls. Don’t blink or you might miss it!
A quick stop at Three Island Crossing State Park, located just off of Interstate 84, showed us where the Native Americans assisted the Oregon Trail travelers in crossing the mighty Snake River. That had to have been a harrowing experience!
We finally arrived in Boise, Idaho’s state capital and most populous city. Once we got settled at the lovely, boutique Hotel 43, located in the heart of Boise, we headed out for a short walk to Fork, our dinner destination. Fork focuses on a “uniquely Boise” palette featuring locally grown, farm-fresh ingredients and in-house preparation. Joined by a lovely couple from Boise who own a local vineyard, we enjoyed a delicious meal and sipped on their wines and had lively discussions about our travels. We loved it and would recommend it to anyone coming to Boise!
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