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Featured guide · Updated Jul 22, 2026

Shoshone Falls and Dierkes Lake: One Gate, Two Different Outings

The waterfall can be a quick scenic stop; the lake can take half a day. Here is how to plan the pair without treating them as the same park.

Two visitors viewing Shoshone Falls from behind a safety railing

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