Thousand Springs State Park: a series of short day hikes (casual pace).

Thousand Springs State Park is perhaps one of the most interesting parks out there! The unique geology, tropical blue waters, and water falls make for a unique experience. It is comprised of several units. These state park units include Malad Gorge, Ritter Island, Kelton Trail, Billingsley Creek, Earl M. Hardy Box Canyon, Crystal Springs and Niagara Springs.

We will try to cover a good portion of the park on these short trails (in order, allowing for shortest total driving time):

1) Billingsley Creek Trail, 2.2 mile Easy
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/billingsley-creek-trail
2) Kelton Trail: 0.3 miles, Easy
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/malad-gorge-walk
2) Malad Gorge: 2.8 miles, Easy
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/idaho/thousand-springs-state-park
3) Malad Gorge West Rim : 2 miles, Moderate
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/malad-gorge-west-rim
4) Nigara Springs State Park. Short Road walk down to springs.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/niagara-springs
https://www.itstartedoutdoors.com/niagara-springs-state-park/

Read more: https://visitsouthidaho.com/guide-to-thousand-springs-state-park/

The drive to Hagerman (BIlingsley Creek, Keton, and Malad trails) from the park and ride is about 1.5 hrs. Its about 20-30 minutes to Niagra Springs (Wendell).

Afterwards, we can go to a country diner and bar for food, pool, and maybe a drink. Hmm Hmm I love this bar! Prize for anyone who wears a cowboy hat. I heard they have good fish and chips. Or you can head home.

The Angler Bar and Grill
171 N State St, Hagerman, ID 83332

What to bring:
* 2 Litters water
* Lunch and snacks
* Warm clothing/layers
* Rain jacket
* Waterproof hiking boots
* Sun glasses
* Hat
* Cash
Pass: 5-7 dollars per day per UNIT per car OR $10 Idaho State Park for all parks.
Carpooling: Great way to meet new friends, save gas and those park fees. Meet at Albertson's on Federal Way to arrange.

Send me a message with any questions

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