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    Blue Heart Kayaking

    4.6 (16 reviews)

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    Meeshakeena K.

    Easy to book. Loved being able to get in at the dock. We did a tandem kayak for 2 hours. It was so lovely at blue heart we wished we'd booked 4 hours. Next season!!! Thank you

    Going through Ritter Island
    Julie T.

    This coming made it really easy to book online and complete the waiver online before arriving. They have multiple options of rentals and packages. We did the 4hr kayaking tour with a shuttle back. They provide a map so you know where you're going and how long it will take you at each stop and to get to the next. It was really easy to get in and get on our way. We started at 10am and were one of the first ones in the springs that day! The water is freezing by so clear and beautiful. We ventured out to the snake river and the wind was not going in our favor so we had to work a bit harder to get to Ritter Island but once we did, it was the same clear and shallow water with so many waterfalls! From there, you loop back around the island and paddle to the pick up spot at Thousand Springs campground. There's no way we could have done it on paddle boards so really glad we did tandem! The shuttle back was quick and easy! Highly recommend!

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    Brittney R.

    Smooth and easy rental. We showed up at 1pm on Sunday hoping to get last minute kayak rentals to paddle to Blue Heart Springs. They have a dock for their kayaks, so it makes it easy to get in and out of them without getting wet. They rent single and tandem kayaks and paddle boards. They also provide life jackets and paddles. You can rent a waterproof phone carrier or dry bag for cheap. You can also pay $5 and launch your own craft from their ramp.

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    11 months ago

    Really enjoyed our visit. Very easy process and a good price. Think this is great for people who like convenience.

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    The staff was very friendly and accommodating! Kayaks were easy to use and clean. Will be going back!

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    Ritter Island State Park - Very cold water but very beautiful!

    Ritter Island State Park

    5.0(5 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    So awesome sight seeing. The water was so clear. Could see the fish swimming with such carefree…read moremovements. Seen a guy up to his knees in that snow run-off water fly fishing. Hope he caught something.

    I am really confused. How is this possible??? I thought Idaho was known as..."the potato state"…read more But I am wrong. I admit it and I take responsibility. Idaho is really known for its WATERFALLS!!! Yes, waterfalls! I am from Florida and now I know going forward, if you're interested in exploring around some of the USA's most beautiful waterfalls...then come visit Idaho! And so with that dramatic introduction, lol...I'd like to present, well...it's not really Ritter Island State Park...it's more like...LEMMON FALLS located inside Ritter Island. Lemmon Falls is absolutely jaw dropping fantastic! It was the highlight of my visit here. I don't know the height of Lemmon Falls and I tried searching for it online and couldn't find the exact number. But, regardless...it splashes down the cliffside in front of your eyes. You don't have to work hard to be rewarded. Let me explain... You can plug Lemmon Falls into Google Maps and be guided into the park just fine. Once you find a parking spot, you'll notice Lemmon Falls as the focal point of the surrounding backdrop off to the left hand side of the main entrance. Simply walk over to the falls. It's a 5 - 10 minute stroll. From the pathway, you have access to Lemmon Falls and opportunities for magical picture moments. Some visitors climbed on the rocks for closer perspectives, but I didn't find that necessary. From the pedestrian path, photos were very impressive. Lemmon Falls, alongside Perrine Coulee Falls and Fall Creek Falls have been some of my favorite waterfalls exploring around Southern Idaho. Now...there's more to see and do here at Ritter Island SP... One thing, I know this may sound confusing...Ritter Island is really a subsection unit of Thousand Springs State Park. Regardless of this info, there's another waterfall here on Ritter Island I'd like to mention, and that's...Minnie Miller Springs. To gain access to Minnie Miller Springs waterfall, you cross a footbridge to arrive at an overlook viewpoint. This footbridge isn't always open. Specific hours are...Memorial Day through Labor Day, Thursday - Monday 10am - 3pm. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. There's a bridge volunteer attendant who is there to answer questions. The pathway is easy to Minnie Miller Springs. It's only half a mile. Along the way you'll pass by old fashioned Guernsey Barn which you can walk inside if interested. It's like taking a stroll down memory lane of what life was like back in the day here at Ritter Island. Next, make sure to veer to the right beside the Snake River when leaving the barn area. You'll pass underneath some trees offering shade from the summer sun. Then you'll approach a picnic table and this the lookout point, and in my opinion, the best glance at viewing Minnie Miller Springs. Minnie Miller Springs is a cascading waterfall hung in the background like an art painting. The setting is quaint and charming and if you visit in the afternoon time, the sun will be at your back which creates scenic photo opps. Only problem is the waterfall is located far in the distance. It's not accessible like Lemmon Falls. So basically, you can grab a few pictures of the lush surroundings before returning back towards the footbridge. If you decide you're enjoying the walking path, you can complete the 1.8 mile roundtrip loop around the farm. If not, it's half a mile back to where you started. While here on Ritter Island, people had their canoes, kayaks and paddle boards enjoying the waters. Folks barbecued under trees while lounging around. It was extremely crowded on a Sunday during early August. Granted, it was 105 degrees outside. For me, I had to go swimming and cool off. I just found a little spot beside the banks of the river and hopped in. Surprisingly, Snake River waters were frigid. I couldn't believe how hot it was and you'd assume that'd translate into relaxing swimming conditions, yet that wasn't the case. I think I had a brain freeze from the chilly waters. Still, you adjust to the cold and eventually it's refreshing hanging out in the river on a lazy Sunday. Last extra notes... - It's a $7 fee for day use. You can fill out a slip with payment and drop it into a lockbox. They accept checks. - Ritter Island is located in Wendell, Idaho which is a small town. But, it's 35 miles northwest of Twin Falls, ID, a great city to explore. - I'd suggest arriving sooner than later as there's only so many parking spaces during prime summer visitation season. Overall, coming here to Ritter Island and getting to experience Lemmon Falls was breathtaking. Imo, it's the standout highlight. Minnie Miller Springs is decent and a quiet hike to arrive at. And lastly, taking time to lounge on the grass and have access to the Snake River to cool off on hot summer days is why families make frequent visits. Btw, for those waterfall enthusiasts out there, check out Box Canyon Springs next, 5.5 miles away.

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    Ritter Island State Park - Minnie Miller Springs was a little too far away to really connect with, imo.

    Minnie Miller Springs was a little too far away to really connect with, imo.

    Ritter Island State Park - Lemmon Falls is the standout attraction of Ritter Island State Park.

    Lemmon Falls is the standout attraction of Ritter Island State Park.

    Ritter Island State Park - Visitors kayaking on the Snake River with glorious Lemmon Falls in the backdrop.

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    Visitors kayaking on the Snake River with glorious Lemmon Falls in the backdrop.

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