This Is The Most Idaho Sound You'll Ever Hear, And We Can't Stop Listening To It
By Courtnie Erickson|Published April 12, 2024
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Courtnie Erickson
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Idaho is a state full of nature. Whether it is birds chirping in the morning, fish jumping in the water, or trees rustling in the forest, many sounds will remind you of home. However, one sound that brings calmness to my heart and longing for home is the sound of rushing water — or a waterfall. Here in Idaho, we have gorgeous falls all over the state, some more majestic and loud than others. However, all of them provide a sound that we simply can’t stop listening to.
While Idaho may not have the most waterfalls in the country or even the most popular, there are still dozens of falls just waiting to be admired. In fact, there are more than 60 named waterfalls in Idaho.
If the sound of a big and bold waterfall is what you are after, Shoshone Falls in Twin Falls is a must-visit. This is the most well-known waterfall in Idaho and also one of the largest. This massive 212-foot waterfall falls over canyon walls. In the spring, these falls truly roar and it’s no wonder why it is called the Niagara Falls of the West.
Shoshone Falls is just the beginning of the waterfalls that deserve a visit near Twin Falls. In this area alone, there are more than 30 waterfalls including Perrine Coulee Falls, Auger Falls, Pillar Falls, and Cauldron Linn Falls.
On the other side of the state is the beautiful Mesa Falls, another powerful waterfall that is certainly not shy or quiet. Upper Mesa Falls is approximately 114 feet tall and 200 feet wide.
Approximately 50 miles east of Moscow in northern Idaho is Elk Creek Falls. This is the tallest waterfall in Idaho, even though it is actually composed of three individual cascades. If you want to hear the sound of these falls, you must be prepared for a hike. But despite your hard work, the natural beauty and sounds of nature you’ll enjoy are worth every step.
Keep in mind that not every waterfall needs to be loud, bold, and piercing. Some create more of a soft flow that adds a little peace to your day. Niagara Springs in Thousand Springs State Park is one of our favorites. It is one of the most photogenic and unique waterfalls in Idaho.
What do you believe is the most Idaho sound you’ll ever hear? What sounds remind you of home? What are your favorite waterfalls in Idaho? Let us know in the comments.
If you are planning a hike to see some of these falls, make sure to check out our ultimate hiking guide, featuring 75 must-have hiking accessories before you go.
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