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This 652-acre park is located just off Interstate 84 at the Tuttle
exit. People pass the park in an eye blink, never suspecting the
spectacular canyon views that await them just a mile off the highway.
Malad Gorge is open for hiking, picnicking and day outings. Guided
tours can be arranged by calling the park.
The Magnificent Gorge
The Malad River crashes down stairstep falls and into the Devils
Washbowl, then cuts through a beautiful 250-foot gorge on its way
to the Snake River, 2-1/2 miles downstream.
Views of the gorge are best from the sturdy bridge that crosses
the canyon. You can take a short hike to discover nearby fingers
of the gorge where crystal-clear springs produce ponds and streams.
History
Most of the history at this park is on the geologic scale. The
cracks and folds of rock along the canyon cliffs record the movements
of earth, lava and water.
The shorter history of humans in the area starts with the Indians,
who piled rocks along the rim to capture bison and other game animals.
The historic Kelton Trail runs through the park, providing Western-history
buffs with excellent wagon ruts and traces of the Kelton Stage Stop.
For More Information:
(Source: The Idaho Department of Parks and
Recreation)
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