USA Lemmon Falls

The crystal-clear water flowing down the basalt walls at Ritter Island, which forms Lemon Falls, originates from the vast underground Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer.
The landscape in southern Idaho was shaped by volcanoes a long time ago. This is still recognisable in many places, in old lava and basalts. Near Hagerman, there is a phenomenon called 'Hraunfossar' (lava waterfalls) in Iceland. Here, as there, a river seeps into porous lava rock and elsewhere emerges from a break-off edge with many openings. In Idaho it is called '1000 springs'.

A tripod helps. Also there is some spray from the falls so make sure that you can keep your lens clear. There are both shady and sun exposed areas to take pictures at.

The Wendell exit on Interstate 84 will take you to Ritter Island, but the best way to get there is Highway 30, the Thousand Springs Scenic Byway! Park at the Ritter Island parking lot before the bridge to access the waterfall. Follow the dirt path all the way to the base of the falls.

Unfortunately, this natural wonder is very poorly signposted and only a small part of it is accessible. Electricity is generated from the water power.