One of the few spots open year-round for jumping.
When in Twin Falls, I wanted to visit the spot where Evel Knievel attempted to jump the Snake River. During my search, I found the area surrounding the Twin Falls Visitor Center hopping with people.
As I got closer to the bridge, I noticed dozens of people packing up parachutes on the grass. Little did I realized that there was one of the hottest spots for BASE jumping in the country.
The views on the west side of the bridge were spectacular in their own right, but to see the jumpers, you need to make your way to the east side of the bridge.
As you make your way to the east side of the bridge, you'll notice dozen of jumpers climbing up the massive canyon walls after their jumps. The climb in itself looks daunting, potentially as terrifying as the BASE jump itself.
It was a joy to watch the jumpers go one after another. I was surprised how quickly the jumpers went one after another. Then, in what was a surprisingly short amount of time after the jump, they were already on the ground.
After marveling at 20-30 jumpers from the side, I decided to climb up onto the bridge for a different perspective. Even as a spectator, it was a little frightening atop the bridge. With each passing vehicle, the bridge would shake. Getting closer to the jumping platform, it was enjoyable watching each of the jumpers mentally prepare for the jump. Some would step up and jump without thinking twice while others would clearly think long and hard before taking the leap.
While I was far too chicken to make the jump myself, it was an enjoyable time watching the BASE jumpers for an hour. Come to think of it, I got so caught up watching the jumpers, that I never actually did find the Evel Knievel monument.
Know Before You Go
Parking is extremely limited when the jumpers are going. There is an upper lot above the visitor center. We parked in the Outback Steakhouse lot, but I wouldn't recommend doing the same.
Standing on the bridge itself can be a bit frightening as it does shake when vehicles pass.
If you're looking for the actual Evel Knievel monument, its about 10 minutes (by vehicle) from the Perrine Bridge.
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Location
Found along Route 93, with parking at the Twin Falls Visitor Center. On jump days, the parking lot will fill up quickly, so you may have to park in the overflow lot.
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