The stunning falls cascade 60 feet into the Snake River, which makes for a great opportunity to cool down in the summer and grab some exceptional photographs in the winter.
Eagle's Nest Hot Spring is not only perched approximately 60 feet above the river, but also has warm water run-off that has created a separate waterfall directly beneath the natural, heated pool.
It's been a spell since I've traveled through this part of Idaho that offers Bruneau Dunes State Park a short drive to the east, and the Oregon border less than an hour west.
The other appealing thing about "Mermaid Cove," is the fact that it's off the radar of out-of-towners passing through, who generally go to sites such as Shoshone Falls.
During the winter there are massive icicles, or the kids called them frozen waterfalls, all along the wall. The ice is beautiful and extremely dangerous.
You don't have to stick to the rivers and lakes that you're used to. Frozen waterfalls are something I never thought about. I just figured as long as water was moving it wasn't really going to freeze. Apparently, I am wrong. You can check out several different frozen waterfalls around the area and they are stunning.
I am a big fan of Bigfoot videos for two reasons. First, I am easily entertained and second, I have the mental abilities of a 5th grader (sitting at the back of the class). That's why I was excited to find a brand new video from a guy who went hunting Bigfoot with a drone. He didn't find Sasquatch, but did find some stunning Idaho waterfalls.
In Twin Falls, we try not to show off when it comes to waterfalls. But, it's hard because our waterfalls completely and absolutely rock. If you don't believe me, check out these 7 amazing waterfall pictures from Twin Falls that were just posted on Instagram this week.