Caldwell

Caldwell is the county seat of Canyon County in Idaho and sits at an elevation of 724 meters (2,375 feet). The city stretches across valleys with residential neighborhoods, wide streets, and agricultural areas at its edges.

The Oregon Short Line Railroad selected this location in 1883 as a strategic transport hub between Wyoming and Oregon. This rail connection enabled the city to grow and develop into an important trading and transport center.

The College of Idaho was founded in 1891 and remains a central gathering place for education and community life. The campus shapes how the city feels and draws people who want to connect and learn together.

Indian Creek flows through downtown with walking paths, bridges, and designated areas for outdoor activities along its restored banks. These routes offer pleasant ways to walk and explore the waterfront.

A network of irrigation canals was built throughout Canyon County to transform the region. These canals made farming possible in this semi-arid zone and turned the city into a food production center.

Location: Canyon County

Inception: 1883

Elevation above the sea: 724 m

Shares border with: Nampa

Website: http://cityofcaldwell.com

GPS coordinates: 43.65833,-116.68028

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:39