Balancing Rock Idaho

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South of Buhl in the Salmon Falls Creek Canyon stands the famous Balanced Rock. Over 48 feet tall and 40 tons, the wind-carved rock balances … See more

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Aug 28, 2023
We went early on a Saturday morning. We pulled into the parking lot and wondered where the balanced rock was...then just looked up! Unfortunate that the area has been defaced. We had the place to … Full review by edmondite
Jul 8, 2023
We were visiting Twin Falls and decided to come check this out. When we arrived , we were the only car there. The sign for it is on the opposite side of the balanced rock. It’s a gravel parking … Full review by where2nextbabe
Jul 3, 2023
We started at Shoshone Falls first thing in the morning, walked through Dierke Lake park, and then took Balanced Rock Road through the countryside. Coming through the rocks the views are amazing. W… Full review by Holly M

Questions & answers

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Can you reserve a site or is it first come first served?
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Are you planning on camping here? I believe it's mostly a picnic area and it would be first come first serve.
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Answer by Courtney W · Aug 9, 2017
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Hi, we are driving from Battle Mountain to Twin Falls and are thinking of stopping at Balanced Rock Park on the way, …
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Hi, we are driving from Battle Mountain to Twin Falls and are thinking of stopping at Balanced Rock Park on the way, could you give me an idea how long we would need to allow for stopping and following the trail to Balanced rock? Many thanks.
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I would guess at least two hours which gives you time to get there from Twin Falls, spend a little time there and get back to Twin Falls.
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Answer by Frank S · May 11, 2016
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