Middle Snake River is at the park above Shoshone Falls near Twin Falls, ID. Rugged mountains divided by rolling plains characterize the physiographically diverse watershed of the Snake River. The Snake River Plain was created by a volcanic hotspot which now lies underneath Yellowstone National Park, where the headwaters of the Snake River arise. This section of the snake is characterized by various canyons and ridges. The massive amounts of sediment deposited by the Lake Bonneville Floods in the Snake River Plain also had a lasting effect on most of the middle Snake River. In the lower and middle portions of the Snake River watershed, several native species have been severely impacted by agriculture practices. Along this stretch, the Snake River resumes its journey westwards, as it enters the Snake River Canyon of Idaho, where it drops over Shoshone Falls.

Facilities: Closest parking and a public restroom are present in Shoshone Falls Park at 0.3 miles from the marked location.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

More Information

• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Middle Snake River above Shoshone Falls and 8,000 other beaches.