Idaho whitewater - Snake River, Twin Falls/ Jerome County

Twin Falls/ Jerome county, Murtaugh Bridge to Twin Falls Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     13 miles
  The wonderful Twin Falls/ Jerome County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Idaho are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are less forgiving. If you're coming from Twin Falls it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a
    pretty small number of paddling rivers. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your sleeping bag. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but
you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The Murtaugh Bridge to Twin Falls Reservoir stretch of Snake River in Idaho is 13 miles long and it is classified as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
Around Snake River you don’t get a lot of rainfall; of all the months in a year November is the one with the most rain while July
 
is the month with the least amount of precipitation. The warmest time of the year at Snake River comes with high temperatures in the 90's. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures drop down into the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's, and throughout the dark hours in the wintertime at Snake River temperatures descend to the 10's.

Snake River, Murtaugh Bridge to Twin Falls Reservoir road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 13 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.49916
Longitude: -114.1475

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.60416
Longitude: -114.38723

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RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Comfort Inn Twin Falls, Twin Falls
13 miles away
Free wireless high-speed Internet access. Fresh cookies in the evening. Indoor pool and hot tub. Across from mall and close to scenic attractions. Pet Charge: 20.00/day per pet. Pool and spa are close...

Super 8 Motel - Twin Falls, Twin Falls
13 miles away
The Super 8 Twin Falls is conveniently located on Blue Lakes Blvd. The property features 94 rooms, Super Start Plus Breakfast, Free Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Outside outlets and large truck parking...

Red Lion Canyon Spring Hotel, Twin Falls
13 miles away
***Guestroom renovations were completed in February 2006***Comfort and convenience await you at Red Lion Hotel Canyon Springs. Located in the heart of Twin Falls, one block from the beautiful Snake Ri...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Snake River.
 Whitewater Near Snake River:
Wilson River, Gooding County , 11 miles away, Class III - 3 miles long (Close to Interstate 84 to Close to Wilson Lake Reservoir)
Snake River, Twin Falls/Jerome County , 13 miles away, Class I(II) - 7.3 miles long (Milner Power Plant to Star Falls)
Snake River, Twin Falls/ Jerome County , 17 miles away, Class V+ - 1.6 miles long (Milner Dam to Power Plant)
Little Wood River, Gooding/ Lincoln County , 28 miles away, Class II-III - 70.4 miles long (Silver Creek to Big Wood River)
Big Wood River, Lincoln County , 29 miles away, Class I-III - 14.1 miles long (Highway 75 to Little Wood River)
 Ski Areas Near Snake River:
Magic Mountain, Idaho , 19 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Pomerelle Mountain, Idaho , 47 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Sun Valley, Idaho , 58 miles away, 3400 vertical feet
Soldier Mountain Ski Resort, Idaho , 59 miles away, 2030 vertical feet
Bogus Basin, Idaho , 141 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Pebble Creek, Idaho , 145 miles away, 2911 vertical feet
Lost Trail, Montana , 161 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Tamarack, Idaho , 168 miles away, 2800 vertical feet
Wolf Mountain, Utah , 178 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Snowbasin, Utah , 180 miles away, 2959 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Snake River:
Comfort Inn Twin Falls, Twin Falls , 13 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Twin Falls, Twin Falls , 13 miles away
Red Lion Canyon Spring Hotel, Twin Falls , 13 miles away
Best Western Twin Falls Hotel, Twin Falls , 13 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Twin Falls, Id, Twin Falls , 14 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Snake River:
Oregon Trail Campground, Twin Falls, 11 miles away
Point - Sawtooth National Forest, Twin Falls, 11 miles away
Schipper Campground, Cassia County, 12 miles away
 National Parks Near Snake River:
Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument, Hagerman - ID , 44 miles away
City Of Rocks National Reserve, Almo - ID , 50 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Snake River:
Pleasant Valley Golf Course, Kimberly , 7 miles away
 Lakes Near Snake River

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