This 1-Mile Hike In Idaho Ends At Pillar Falls, A Waterfall You Need To See With Your Own Eyes
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Idaho’s Snake River Canyon is brimming with gorgeous waterfalls, and
the ever-popular Shoshone Falls is the most famous of them all. However,
the smaller waterfalls are just as worthy of visiting, too! Pillar
Falls is just one of the incredible waterfalls hiding in the canyon that
you can hike to, and it’s one of those places you simply have to see
for yourself. The cascades of this lesser-known waterfall are small, but
the giant pillars surrounding them make it a must-visit spot for nature
lovers. The hike to the falls is brief, so there’s simply no reason not
to see this awesome spot with your own eyes!
Hiding in the Snake River Canyon
is a lesser-known waterfall just downstream from the more popular
Shoshone Falls. The hike to Pillar Falls is short, but the payoff at the
end is a roaring cascade unlike anything you've seen before.
Pillar Falls is visible from
above on the Snake River Canyon Rim Trail. However, you can get up-close
access to it via the short and sweet Pillar Falls Trail. Be prepared,
though—this 1.1-mile hike is steep!
To get to the trailhead, turn
onto Pole Line Rd. From Eastland Dr. in Twin Falls. You'll come across a
dirt pullout where you can park your car on the side of the road before
setting off on the descent into the canyon.
The trail down the canyon is
nice and wide, but you'll still want to watch your footing due to the
steep incline. It isn't long before you hear the roar of rushing water,
which you'll follow until the stunning Pillar Falls comes into view.
The trail brings you right up
close to the falls, and it's definitely a sight to remember. Pillar
Falls is comprised of a series of cascades which by themselves may not
draw much attention, but the towering pillars between them solidify this
as one of the most unique waterfalls in the state.
The giant Rhyolite pillars
almost give off a Stonehenge vibe, but really they serve as a reminder
of the amazing things the Snake River is capable of given enough time.
After all, it did carve this magnificent canyon!
Pillar Falls is a true hidden
gem in Twin Falls, so be sure to seek it out the next time you feel like
chasing waterfalls. It's just a short hike away, so what are you
waiting for?
Have you completed the hike to Pillar Falls before? Tell us about
your favorite waterfall hike in the comments below. For another must-do
adventure, check out The 3-Mile Hike To A Towering Waterfall In Idaho.
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