Southwest Idaho, ID

Travel 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.

Where to stay in Southwest Idaho

Boise Idaho - Capital of the Gem State

Downtown Boise

4/5(496 area reviews)

Downtown Boise boasts a vibrant cultural center with a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Idaho State Capitol and Egyptian Theatre. Stroll along 8th Street's pedestrian zone, lined with sidewalk cafes, or explore the Basque Block.

Downtown Boise
Go BSU!!

Southeast Boise

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

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

5/5(12 area reviews)

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

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Warm Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Challenger Ski Lift and Sun Valley Ski Resort.

Warm Springs
Hotel 43

Hotel 43

4 out of 5
981 Grove St Boise ID
The price is NT$4,903 per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
NT$4,903
NT$5,540 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (393 reviews)
Staff was all so friendly and the room was veey clean and comfortable. Ate at Chandlers and enjoyed the ambiance and food.

Reviewed on 2026/1/31

Hotel 43
Hotel Renegade

Hotel Renegade

3.5 out of 5
1110 W Grove Street Boise ID
The price is NT$3,807 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
NT$3,807
NT$4,712 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Woodland Empire Ale Craft and Hulls ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (930 reviews)
Room was clean and well appropriated! Stagg were kind and very helpful. Bed was comfortable - everything was great. This will be our destination hotel in Boise!

Reviewed on 2026/2/3

Hotel Renegade
The Grove Hotel

The Grove Hotel

4 out of 5
245 S Capitol Blvd Boise ID
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,114 reviews)
Very nice hotel. Clean

Reviewed on 2026/1/27

The Grove Hotel
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.
Kasa on the River Boise

Kasa on the River Boise

4 out of 5
749 E Park Blvd Boise ID
Stay at this aparthotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Christ Chapel and Albertsons Stadium are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (49 reviews)
Great place to stay. Will be back again.

Reviewed on 2025/11/29

Kasa on the River Boise
Smiley Creek Lodge

Smiley Creek Lodge

2 out of 5
16546 Idaho 75 Ketchum ID
Book a stay at this ski cabin in Ketchum. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities.
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
The modern cabin was new, clean and decorated tastefully. We are in our 60s and I never saw anything saying the sleeping room was up a set of 8 steep stairs and you cannot stand in the sleeping area so we had to crawl to the stairs and at our age have to get up to use the bathroom several times per ...

Reviewed on 2025/9/7

Smiley Creek Lodge
Redwood Cabins

Redwood Cabins

2.5 out of 5
83 State Hwy 75 Stanley ID
Stay at this cabin in Stanley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Stanley Museum and Stanley Disc Golf Course are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)
Great cabin and very clean. Beautiful view of the river. BBQ grills were a plus, however they were in need of a good cleaning or replacement. Enjoyed out stay and will definitely return.

Reviewed on 2025/9/27

Redwood Cabins
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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