New Shoshone Falls ID Overlook Ribbon Cutting Is Sept 17

A ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Snake River gorge's newest overlook platform in southern Idaho has been planned for mid-September. Grab your cameras and get ready to snap some photos of southern Idaho's newest vantage point of the majestic Shoshone Falls.

Full disclosure. I can't do heights. What I do appreciate is the skill that goes into creating a safe platform that gives tourists and locals incredible views of natural landmarks without the concern of plummeting to death from trying to capture these images in an unsafe manner.

Although I still can't get too close to the edge, I have enjoyed these lookout spots in the Magic Valley for years, and am looking forward to seeing the newest one.

Get our free mobile app

A New Shoshone Falls Lookout Platform Is Set To Open Soon On The Jerome Side

Shoshone Falls  Credit: Nate B

The new overlook's ribbon cutting ceremony is Thursday, September 17 at 11 A.M., according to the Snake River Canyons Park Meta page.

READ MORE: Is There A Plan To Add A Button So Tourists Can Turn 'On' The Shoshone Falls

'Join us as we celebrate the Shoshone Falls Jerome Overlook—a whole new view of an American icon,' said the August 26 Meta update. 'Come experience the breathtaking view and help us mark this exciting milestone for Jerome County and the Snake River Canyons Park.'

Join the group on September 17 and be one of the first ones to see this incredible new view of the falls that most have never had a look at before. Always be safe when viewing Shoshone Falls from these lookout points.