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Twin Falls, Idaho

Located in Twin Falls County, Idaho, Twin Falls was established in 1904. Evel Knievel attempted to jump Snake River Canyon here in 1974. Shoshone Falls (212 ft) is higher than Niagara Falls.

Founded 1904 | Population 55,000 | Peak 55,000 (2024) | County Twin Falls County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Twin Falls, Idaho

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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Twin Falls.

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1904Founded: Snake River community.

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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Twin Falls's identity and economy.

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1974Evel Knievel: Snake River Canyon jump attempt.

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2010Modern Era: Twin Falls continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport

Railroad Era

1904 Culture

Founded

1942 Government

Military Presence

1974 Culture

Evel Knievel

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

Evel Knievel attempted to jump Snake River Canyon here in 1974.

Shoshone Falls (212 ft) is higher than Niagara Falls.

Perrine Bridge is the only place in the U.S. where BASE jumping is legal year-round.

Twin Falls is located in Twin Falls County, Idaho.

Twin Falls was founded in 1904.

Famous People from Twin Falls, Idaho

Mark Felt

Whistleblower, Lawyer · Born Aug 17, 1913 · Died Dec 18, 2008 (age 95)

Grant Sawyer

Lawyer, Politician · Born Dec 14, 1918 · Died Feb 19, 1996 (age 77)

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