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Monkey Rock is a popular swimming hole for locals and nearby Brigham Young University-Idaho students who have learned about it from locals. The water temperature is fairly cool, which by no means is unwelcomed during the hot summer months. The waterfall is a fun feature at Monkey Rock, not to mention a popular engagement photo backdrop. The name "Monkey Rock" is derived from the crazies who jump off the rocks at the top of the falls to the pool below. Though not a great height, it's important to be careful and only jump into areas clear of rocks and other hazards. Please use caution. Water levels fluctuate depending on the time of year, so use common sense when jumping off the rocks. When the water level is low, however, there is a water slide of sorts upstream from the falls. The concrete bed of the canal, which slopes at an angle of about 45 degrees, carries water under the bridge and is often used as a slide. Again, use caution and good judgment when braving the slide and/or jumping from atop the falls. If nothing else, this spot is great just for the swim.
Swimming Holes Reviews for Monkey Rock Idaho
Be very careful--if you don't know the area, you could end up getting hurt--badly. Just had a student nearly drown there--two had to have cpr performed on them. Another broke her leg. Be wise!
-ksuzdahl
Please take caution here! While this is a popular spot, it shouldn't be. My son's roommate died here. His accident occurred 07/19/07.
-judy3618
This is called the meat grinder. My cousin died here. It is not safe. Please please be careful
-brittanykb15
Irrigation canals are no place to play. They are designed to efficiently move water, not as a water park ride. The suggestion of using the canal as a water slide should be removed from this page.
-rock chucks
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