Really lovely Japanese garden. Its in a convenient spot in the center of town, right along the greenbelt and river. Its a really nice spot to walk around, but the highlight for me was the clear care that went into assembling the garden. The river water is carefully channelled through the garden, there are stone lotus stepping stones, and stone lanterns are placed around the garden. Definitely worth a walk.

Not the best Zen Garden in the world, but considering its Eastern Idaho, its still one of the most peaceful places right in the heart of town. Considering that the place used to be a fish hatchery for the Snake River, Im glad to have grown up by here and being able to see how its evolved into the relaxing place that it is, right next to the water falls.

This was an accidental find for me. Our plan was to stretch our legs with a short walk along the river to check out Idaho Falls. The Japanese Friendship Garden is situated on an easily accessible walking path that crosses the river to an island that has a beautiful peaceful garden that incorporates the entire island. It is definitely worth the time to take a relaxing walk here. Note that there are a number of steps so it would limit access to some areas to those requiring handicapped friendly travels. Be sure to check out the pictures.

Beautiful park amd well maintained. I recommend crossing the bridge and walking the path along the river. So many beautiful flowers

Beautiful place to visit. Grounds were well kept, flowers were pretty. The waterfalls adding the ambience. Bathrooms were exceptionally clean, but the water wasnt running in the bathroom the day I went, which is why I gave 4/5 stars.

Well Ive lived in Idaho Falls for awhile and gone near it when the Farmers Market was in the Bank Parking lot and driven by it many times. I have not walked around it much til I recently started walking my dog in that area and the West Side from the Taylor Crossing Buildings off of Utah Ave.. Nice Area could be kept up a little more, some of metal plaques of History are hard to read. But a Nice little Area.

Beautiful garden! What a find in the middle of Idaho falls. The grounds were very poorly kept however. Trash cans overflowing and the smell of poop and trash was overwhelming in some areas. If this can be remedied it is most definitly a 5 star destination!

Beautiful place, so many vibrant fall colors. It was a great stop on our road trip. Must visit atleast once,you wont regret it.

This place is beautiful! Its a great place to see and experience, and we just happened upon it. Its connected to The Falls area. Both locations offered picturesque views. A must visit if you like the feelings of peace, relaxation and serenity.

Such a nice place, but I would advise going early in the morning if you’re looking for a peaceful walk around. Otherwise, you’ll run into annoying families treating the park as their own personal photo studio.

I went to Twin Falls for the waterfalls but was pleasantly surprised by this beautiful Japanese garden. This is a must see!

This is a beautiful place to go on a walk. For the Christmas season they have the place covered in Christmas lights!

Such a nice little place! Loved the plants, waterfalls, and rocks to climb over. So glad we checked it out!

The whole river walk was relaxing but the garden was really a breath of fresh air right in the middle of the city along with nearby road construction. There were many nice areas to explore and sit and relax.

Beautiful little gem tucked away on the riverfront with a great view of the falls. Conveniently located to downtown and along the riverwalk. Plenty of sights hidden away and space to explore. Great for all ages.

Pretty little garden on a gorgeous river right next to the falls. A must see in Idaho Falls

We were lucky to have stayed in a hotel facing the falls. Beautiful area. It’s a nice park with a lovely walking path that takes you all around the falls. Several different spots along the way if you tire, you can stop and take a break, and enjoy the scenery.

Really cool small garden area to relax and enjoy the cool summer weather of Idaho Falls. With trails to ride a bike or go for a walk. If only there were hammocks to take a nap it would be perfect.

Very beautiful garden for photos or to take a walk in. I very much enjoy it here.

One of my favorite spots. Very calm and serene unless you go right around sunset in the summer because a lot of people visit and its kinda loud and busy. I hope people take care of it down there because its really awesome.

Absolute joy! First thing I saw when coming into Idaho Falls. Must see.

Interesting little park that is tucked right off the main biking path along the Falls. I never noticed it was there because we just tended to loop around the falls. I’m glad we finally discovered it because it is a nice diversion when we are taking the kids on long walks.

Great place to walk. The sound of water from the falls was relaxing.

Excellent stop for an outdoor lunch. Bring a picnic blanket.

Go during the golden hour and take some pictures. Its a lovely walk with lots of friendly people walking dogs and enjoying the moist air from the river. The flowers along the river scent the air. You might even catch some sword fighting.

This garden provides a unique opportunity to sneak away and enjoy a small slice of the Japanese culture, just down stream from the falls in this lovely town. The rock formations, waterfalls, miniature ponds, small structures and unique walking paths all combined to provide this community with a piece of living art. This garden also contains a platform for events,

Beautiful and peaceful place. Love Idaho Falls but this is an extra special Ace in the heart of the city!

They have done such a great job with this place. It truly is a work of art which inspires me while Im in it. I like to look at all the huge boulders they so meticulously placed together to make pathways, gardens, and walls. Its simply beautiful and astounding that it could be done in such a way. Thank you to the wonderful people who designed it and especially to all the people who planned it and constructed it. Its a minuet between man and nature, the chaos of both these major forces coming together in balanced rythm.

This a very nice park to walk around. The small paved trail make it easy for bicycles rides. It is also a great place to go for a jog.

It is awsome. The water streaming through the rocks, very tranquil.

A little oasis in the middle of the river, in the middle of town. Definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful little Park area surrounding the snake river. Lots of places for picnics and relaxing, or take a walk, run, bike around the river. Also a garden near by and places to eat if you dont bring your own food. Lots of things to do here while listening to the roar of the river falls.

Nice quiet place to walk around along Snake River

Very cool place right on the Snake River!

This was my one of my kids top favorite thing in Idaho Falls (and we went a lot of places!) The little pathways, the river on all sides (the Japanese Garden is actually on an island!), getting to cross the bridges, the little stones in the middle of the river, and the absolute beauty of it all....we had a lot of fun and will definitely return when in Idaho Falls again!

This park is really cool and peaceful. Love the water the runs throughout.

Very pleasant. Construction messed with the peace though.

Such lovely gardens recommend going here to clear your mind

This park is beautiful. We came here on a Thursday and it wasn’t too busy. There were kids playing in some of the water features (not the river!) and the water was quite chilly. The park has a few places with guard rails but once you get down on to the path it’s pretty open and can be dangerous if you fall in the water. If you have kids that like to run wild, you will most definitely want to monitor them here. There are lots of cliffs and different ways that you could easily fall in.Overall, the park was very well maintained and very clean. It took me by surprise as to how pretty it is. There are benches throughout the different little walking paths to sit down on. A couple of different places you can stick you feet in the water, one of which is on the path itself, which you can moderately easily step over. It is fine for walking in flip flops as well. Very easy and very beautiful in the summer!

This is a gem Idaho Falls! I cant even describe how beautiful it is here and how peaceful and calming the whole vibe is in the Friendship Garden. I went there with my son today and he had an absolute blast and to be honest I did as well. If you havent been down to see this yet and you live in the Idaho Falls area you definitely need to make time to see it this summer!

Enjoyed walking here after a long day of travel. Place is relaxing with the background sound of the Idaho falls.

Such a beautiful place for an outing. So many places to take beautiful pictures or to just sit and enjoy. Even covered in snow its perfect.

Very nice to take a stroll around. The sound of the water falls is amazing. Very relaxing place.

Third wheel app thats a very relaxing place to meditate and relax to think and the sound of the water to my little waterfalls in the area surrounded by Trees Gardens bench has a very very lovely place the right in the middle of downtown Idaho Falls

Its a great garden park right downtown. Very beautiful and quite peaceful.

It is a beautiful place to go for a walk or get married.

Good energy! Definitely worth the time to visit.

Awesome little nook in Idaho Falls! One of our favorites to visit.

Nice little Japanese garden along the Riverwalk. Definitely worth coming by.

Great place to take in nature and relax in the middle of the city.

Its really awesome to kick back and let the waterfalls drown out that static blah were so immune to. I love this place!

Great place to relax, and plenty of benches so that it feels like you are in your own private location.

Delightful little nook, lots of calming water features, but also fun for the kids to splash a bit

I love going and walking around and fishing

A truly peaceful, and zen paradise in Idaho falls

Ive been here many times, and I always find something new and interesting. The walking path extends along both sides of thr Snake and the falls. You can bike, jog, walk, etc. I went yesterday and ended up walking via all the large boulders. This is a pretty popular place, so there are lots of people, but you can still find a peaceful shady spot to sit. There are plenty of trashcans (please use them) and benches placed along the path, and it is up-kept really well. The Japanese garden is one of my favorite areas there.If you dont have a dog but want to pet dogs, this is a great place to go!

Nice spot to stop, stretch out the legs and enjoy the view

Beautiful! We loved it here! Great pictures!!

Beautifully tranquil and unique place to appreciate nature. Absolutely loved Friendship Garden. It’s a must visit!

Nice shady place to walk around.

So much fun for the kids, so serene and beautiful

It was so beautiful. Our family really enjoyed it!

Cool place to spend some time and see the snake river. It is cool that there is water running through all of it.

Really nice and peaceful spot for meditation NOT during kid summer camp time

Fantastic place you can enjoy your time while you see small water falls and the green belt a long with the snake river, also you can ride your bike along with river edge in the green belt

Awesome place to take pictures and breath in the beautiful scents of the trees. Very nicely shaded and a relaxing vibe.

Absolutely beautiful, a wonderful place to take a moment from the hustle and bustle and just slow down and enjoy. The gardens are tranquil and the sound of running water from the numerous water features is very relaxing.

Nice friendly place, unless your homeless?

Beautiful Japanese-style relaxation garden with plenty of Poké Stops and even a Pokémon Gym.

I love what you all have done here, nice place to stroll. You really need a trolly to run from Yellowstone hwy to Sharis and maybe even as far as jakers and the outback.

Interesting and clean. Well worth the time.

Beautiful place to walk around and grow friendships

Its a nice little well kept walking area inside the larger trail around the Snake River. Ive been in the area for a long time and have watched this place go from a dilapidated muck area that was neat enough, to a beautifully landscaped Japanese Garden with a tons of water features and sitting areas. For anyone who doesnt know, Idaho Falls sister city is Tokai-Mura in Japan. There is a statue feature near the waterfall that was given to IF by Tokai-Mura and it sort of became the center feature that inspired the friendship garden. There were two of these statues originally, but one of them was destroyed by vandals not long after they were originally put up.

What a relaxing place....the sound from the waterfalls is amazing

Very peaceful. It made a lunch stop with an angry infant enjoyable!

Great place to visit if you need to unwind.

So quiet and peaceful.

It is very beautiful. The grounds are well kept and it has a wonderful atmosphere

Beautiful. Quiet with the sound of falling water. Gorgeous plants and flowers.

Cute little garden right next to the falls

Nice, quiet place allowing for contemplation and relaxation just in the mid of the city.

A small but nice park.

Very relaxing and well maintained. Its a little oasis for when you need some quiet time.

Never has a Japanese friendship garden made me feel so Japanese and friendly.

Pretty awesome place. Quite beautiful and you can walk to the waterfalls.

Its a beautiful place to visit, just dont go at night. Youll disturb the homeless people.

Beautiful place hard to get stroller around but great place

Its beautiful and so calming to be in. A lot of shade, water makes it nice and cool. They really did a beautiful job putting this together

Nice place to visit. Allot of history.

The perfect spot for a wedding

Very nice and beautiful place along the river.

A great place to take a walk and relax.

Very calm and peaceful. Good place to think

A hidden gem. I go here all the time. Great place to have a morning coffee and take in the beautiful scenery. Definitely a place to visit if you are ever in Idaho Falls.

This is very kool never seen something like this

Very quaint beautiful spot. I didnt expect the tiny oasis I found.

Beautiful, serene, well kept, clean, cool in the summer sun. Go when you have time to sit and bring somone whose hand you can hold.

One of my favorite places to relax with friends or by myself.

I stayed in a hotel and just walked down to the falls for a morning stretch where I stumbled across this place-awesome!

Nice clean place to walk. Take pictures. And. Enjoy.