Took the tour to Pillar Falls. We were grateful that AWOL was still offering a tour in mid Sept…read more We had a fabulous time! Dalton was so knowledgeable about the area and I thrive on facts like that. Got to see a BASE jumper as we passed under Perrine Bridge. Explored the pillar rocks and pools too. Gorgeous day. Thank you AWOL.

We had an amazing time with Dalton and Braxton as our guides. They made the entire experience so…read moremuch fun! They were super friendly and made everyone feel included. They were helpful and answered all of our questions. Tyler was an amazing pontoon driver and was also a lot of fun and made the trip fun! Lucy was super helpful with the merchandise.. and manager Paul was also super nice! Everyone made our day. Shoshone Falls was absolutely beautiful... it was so much fun paddling on the Snake River up to the falls. Definitely an experience that I will remember forever. We will definitely come back and recommend AWOL to EVERYONE!!!

Blue Heart Kayaking is an absolute treasure. If I could give them more than five stars, I certainly…read morewould. In fact. This was a fantastic Mother's Day bucket list achievement for 2026, couldn't recommend these people more highly!!! First off, I left a voicemail and got a call right back, when in business is that happen anymore? A young man, Jade, had returned my call and was 100% ready to answer all my questions. this is an incredibly well run family business and it shows! We had a young 16-year-old that had no paddle experience so we ended up with a tandem kayak for her our 19-year-old, which was perfect, it took them a while to get back, but they absolutely loved it. My girlfriend and I had paddle boards, and it was an amazing experience, The parking and parking lot is very well thought out, the check-in shack was straightforward and simple, and the launch was safe and super easy. They gave us perfect instructions where to go how to get there and what to see and we did it all perfectly. I use an app called RELIVE that takes the Trail recording from my watch and adds the Geo stamped pictures from my phone, here is the link to our video experience: https://www.relive.com/view/vZqNKQVZxGv

The kids and I just returned from an amazing little adventure! If you haven't been to this location…read moreand you're not afraid to paddle across the river, it's a must-try experience. We met Crystal, who kindly provided us with two kayaks to complement the one paddle board we already had. We called ahead, and she had everything ready for us. Although she charged a small additional fee since we were short one life vest (a wise investment compared to the fine you'll face if caught on the river without one!), she patiently helped us get organized and launched us smoothly. We paddled downstream and took the "first right" to circle around Ritter Island. For nature lovers, this spot is pure magic--everything is lush and green, the spring water is crystal clear and perfectly cold to refresh you. We saw large fish jumping, otters, muskrats, dragonflies, butterflies, and numerous birds--one of which was a stunning yellow! We shared some laughs, captured great family photos, and before we knew it, we re-emerged on the river, took another right, and there was the dock on the left. It's a charming two-hour loop, and the scenery is so beautiful that you might not even notice working a little against the current in some spots.

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.

An enjoyable cruise with surprisingly decent catered food. For the price, non-alcoholic drinks…read moreshould be included. They could also use a microphone system. That aside, the information and flow was nice and is a leisurely outing for history and views odd the springs.

We really enjoyed the boat ride on the Snake River and Omar was great! I didn't know we paid for…read moreiced tea but thankfully my husband brought his wallet because I didn't.

Traveling thru Nevada towards Idaho we realized we needed a rooftop carrier if our daughter's stuff…read morewas to fit in the car when we picked her up for the trip home. We searched online for a Thule cargo box from Winnemucca to Idaho Falls. Only one place was able to help and that was River & Adventure Toys. Chandler and another young man took good care of us and even helped mount the box on our car. Big relief to get that done. Thank you to Chandler and partner.

Great customer service! They didn't have the book I wanted but called to make sure it was on order…read morebefore I left the store and then followed up to let me know when it came in. The woman working there also took the time to connect me to some other outdoor resources since I'm new to the area. Great store, great staff!