Minidoka Idaho Map

About Minidoka, Idaho

Minidoka is a locality in Minidoka County, Idaho, United States. It is a small community with a population of 179. The population density is 173.6 people per km². Minidoka is located at 42.7538°N, 113.4903°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Boise) timezone. ZIP code: 83350.

Minidoka rests in a broad, sun-bleached expanse where the Snake River's legacy has shaped the land into fertile, irrigated plains. It lies 51.0 miles east-north-east of Twin Falls, ID (from Twin Falls, ID: bearing 75°T), and is situated 13.3 miles north-east of Rupert. The sky here is a vast, unblemished canvas, often painted with the fiery hues of sunset that bleed across the horizon, casting long shadows that stretch like weary travelers over the fields. A quiet wind, carrying the scent of dry earth and distant alfalfa, rustles through the sparse, hardy vegetation that clings to the edges of the cultivated land. The character of Minidoka is one of enduring resilience, a place where the earth yields its bounty through diligent effort and a deep understanding of the sun's relentless embrace. The history of Minidoka is inextricably tied to the ambition of harnessing the Snake River's power, a story etched in the canals and irrigation systems that now define its agricultural heartland. For generations, this land has been a crucible for those seeking to coax sustenance from the arid soil, fostering a local economy driven by the cultivation of sugar beets, potatoes, and a variety of grains. The echoes of past endeavors, from the pioneering spirit of early settlers to the more recent developments in agricultural technology, imbue Minidoka with a subtle, grounded narrative. The distinctive feel of Minidoka is one of quiet industry, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life, and the land itself holds the stories of its people.

About This Minidoka Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Minidoka, Idaho — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.753797, -113.490283. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Minidoka and Minidoka County.

Detailed location data for Minidoka includes the ZIP code (83350), telephone area code (208), county seat of Minidoka County (Rupert), and school district assignment (Minidoka County Joint School District 331). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Minidoka is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.