Perrine Coulee Falls, Idaho
Perrine Coulee Falls is a magnificent sight to behold and drops almost 200 feet as it plunges into the rocks below. It runs year-round and is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Twin Falls, Idaho. Summer flows are even stronger than winter and the mist seems to be a welcome experience when the scorching desert heat is at its peak. Perrine Coulee Falls can be viewed from the above walking path which takes visitors along the edge of the Snake River Canyon on the Canyon Rim Trail. Visitors can also get up close and personal by doing a short hike that takes them behind the falls.
History
The Perrine Coulee Falls is a man-made waterfall that was the result of a canal system that was built in 1905. Before the construction of the Perrine Bridge in 1927, the only way to cross the Snake River Gorge was to go right behind the falls. The road that led people behind the falls was built by I.B. Perrine in the 1890’s. Eventually, a new road was built to avoid going through the waterfall.
Where is Perrine Coulee Falls
Perrine Coulee Falls Photos
Hiking
The are two different ways to enjoy Perrine Coulee Falls and both are worthwhile.
The first way is to hike up to the falls on a short 10-minute hike up to its base. From here hikers can go behind the falls and get some breathtaking views and photography.
The other way is from up top on the walking path, which shows off some spectacular panoramic top-down views.
Looking to cool off and have a swim near Twin Falls, be sure to check out the incredibly beautiful Box Canyon State Park, where you will find refreshing pools of turquoise blue spring water.
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