Alpine Warm Spring

Teton County, Idaho · Near Hoback
43.2270°N, 111.1090°W · 5,580 ft
99°F 70°F air · Good soaking weather 5,580 ft Open Short Walk Bureau of Reclamation Camping nearby (1.9 mi)

Alpine Warm Spring comes up right at body temperature beside Palisades Reservoir in Teton County, Idaho. The record lists Hoback as the nearest town at no distance at all. Bureau of Reclamation land that the public may use, with US Highway 26 as the nearest road. Soaking warm, no hotter, and a good deal warmer than the air most of the year.

Location

Less than a mile off US Highway 26, on reservoir land the Bureau of Reclamation manages. High valley, around fifty-five hundred feet. Winters are deep; eleven feet of snow falls in an average year, and the yearly mean sits in the low forties. Blowout Campground is a couple miles away. The walk is short.

The record names December through February as the best months, and the snowfall makes that a serious proposition. Plan on a short walk up from the highway. Blowout Campground sits about two miles off for an overnight. No fee is on file. The temperature was taken in 1977 and has not been updated on record since.

Monthly Climate
23°
Jan
26°
Feb
33°
Mar
38°
Apr
46°
May
59°
Jun
69°
Jul
68°
Aug
59°
Sep
44°
Oct
33°
Nov
24°
Dec
Annual Precip: 28.1 in Annual Snow: 137.0 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 23°F · Water 99°F · +76° contrast
December Air 24°F · Water 99°F · +76° contrast
February Air 26°F · Water 99°F · +73° contrast
January offers 46°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
70°F
Cloudy and Windy WSW 70.5 mph 23% Good soaking weather
This Afternoon 74° Low 45° Sunny
Spring is +25° warmer
Saturday 78° Low 50° Mostly Sunny
Spring is +21° warmer
Sunday 72° Low 39° Sunny 1% precip
Spring is +27° warmer
Monday 65° Low 37° Sunny
Spring is +34° warmer
Tuesday 72° Low 41° Sunny
Spring is +27° warmer
Water Chemistry Sampled 1977-09-27

The water at Alpine Warm Spring is slightly acidic (pH 6.5). It is notably rich in calcium (may support bone density and joint health), magnesium (known for muscle relaxation and stress relief), and sodium (supports circulation and skin hydration).

pH 6.5 Slightly Acidic
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Calcium 560 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 100 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 1,500 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 1,000 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 2,800 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Blowout Campground 1.9 mi away

5700-foot elevation. 30 campsites on the east side of Palisades Reservoir. Excellent for RVs and large boats and trailers. Second largest boating facility on the reservoir. Forested sites available on top of the hill. RV sites at reservoir shoreline next to boat ramp.   We are working to update this page. Please visit the website below for more information.

Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 5,580 ft

Alpine Warm Spring sits at 5,580 feet above sea level, way above the mile-high mark. You may not feel the altitude strongly, but hot water still dehydrates you faster at elevation. UV is about 22% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.

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Temperature
99°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 99°F (37°C)
Avg Air Temp 43°F
Above Ambient +56°F
Good soaking conditions September
Access
Open
Road Access Short Walk
Nearest Road US Highway 26
Distance to Road 0.8 mi
Land
Ownership Federal
Agency Bureau of Reclamation
Designation RMA
Unit Palisades Reservoir
Manager Bureau of Reclamation
Protection 3 - Protected, subject to extractive use
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Alpine Warm Spring?
Alpine Warm Spring has a water temperature of 99°F (37°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Alpine Warm Spring located?
Alpine Warm Spring is located in Teton County, Idaho at 5,580 feet elevation, near Hoback. Coordinates: 43.2270°N, 111.1090°W.
How do I get to Alpine Warm Spring?
Alpine Warm Spring has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being US Highway 26 (0.8 mi from the road).
Is Alpine Warm Spring free to visit?
Alpine Warm Spring has Open access. It is managed by Bureau of Reclamation.
Can I camp near Alpine Warm Spring?
Yes, Blowout Campground is located nearby (1.9 miles away).
What minerals are in the water at Alpine Warm Spring?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 6.5 (slightly acidic).
Sources: USGS NWIS, Wikipedia