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 Twin
Falls is a town of about 34,000 people in South Central Idaho, located
midway between Boise and Pocatello, about two hours from each. Our
city sits at a high-desert elevation of 3,745 feet above sea level, with
the Snake River Canyon at our north edge and distant mountains rimming the
horizons in most directions.
The
people of Twin Falls are active in church, school, and numerous
organizations. There are nearly 70 local religious congregations
representing 34 denominations. And when it comes to clubs, you'll
find everything from the major national service organizations to
professional societies and youth groups.
 Twin
Falls has long been an agricultural center, and six of our area's 10
largest employers are involved in growing and processing food. But
the Magic Valley is now a leader in other fields, too, including
education, health care, transportation, and the retail/services sector.
Life
here is not all work and no play, however. Twin Falls residents
enjoy a full calendar of community events and abundant recreational
opportunities. It's easy to feel at home in Twin Falls, and it's
easy to take advantage of all the good things life has to offer.
Float
the Snake. Excellent whitewater opportunities can be found on the Milner
section of the Snake River east of town, as well as on the Hagerman
stretch west of Twin Falls. Scenic boat tours are also available.
Take
in the races at Magic Valley Speedway, Idaho's only NASCAR track,
located a mile west of the Twin Falls Airport.
Learn
about the stars. The new Herrett Planetarium on the College of Southern
Idaho campus is the largest in Idaho and one of the most up-to-date in
the nation, with a 50-foot dome, 49 slide projectors, and a 6,000-watt
sound system.
Take
a dip. Twin Falls has a geothermally heated outdoor city swimming pool,
a swimming area at Dierkes Lake (by Shoshone Falls), and several private
facilities (some fed by hot springs).
See
geological wonders. The Snake River Canyon is near its deepest at the
north edge of Twin Falls. Balanced Rock rises like a giant mushroom
southwest of Buhl, and the City of Rocks south of Burley is an
international hot spot for climbers. Craters of the Moon National
Monument near Arco is an easy and fascinating day trip from either Twin
Falls or Ketchum/Sun Valley.
Go
south of the border. Twin Falls is just 45 minutes from the Nevada line
and the resort community of Jackpot.
Play
golf. The Magic Valley has some of the most scenic courses in southern
Idaho (including several set in the Snake River Canyon), with reasonable
greens fees and near-year-round golfing weather.
Follow
the pioneers. The Rock Creek Stage Station southwest of Hansen was a
major trading post for Oregon Trail travellers. Ruts worn by the
emigrants' wagons can easily be seen near Milner Dam and at Massacre
Rocks State Park near American Falls and Three Island Crossing State
Park near Glenns Ferry.
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