# Downata Hot Springs, Idaho

Downata Hot Springs in Idaho. 109°F (43°C). Short Walk. Oneida County.

- Page: https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/downata-hot-springs
- Source: Soaking Springs, researched and maintained by Armen Suny
- Updated: 2026-09-14

## Can you soak at Downata Hot Springs?

Yes. Downata Hot Springs is a developed hot spring with pools from 99 to 102°F. It sells day passes.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source water temperature | 109°F (43°C) (USGS record; developed pools are often cooled) |
| pH | 6.7 (Slightly Acidic) |
| Total dissolved solids | 266 mg/L |
| Elevation | 4,760 ft |
| Access | Short Walk, 0.2 mi from the nearest road (South Downata Road) |
| County | Oneida County |
| Nearest town | Malad City |
| Coordinates | 42.38800, -112.08500 |
| Best months to soak | January, December, February (largest gap between water and average air temperature) |
| Nearest campground | MALAD SUMMIT GUARD STATION, 9.5 mi |

## Plan your visit

| | |
|---|---|
| Type | Developed pools |
| Cost | Day pass. 2026 adult rate is in a PDF price list on the site, not read; slides and recreation pool pass priced separately; babies $3 incl swim diaper |
| Hours | Hours vary by season; see official 2026 hours PDF |
| Pool temperature | 99–102°F |
| Clothing | Swimsuit required |
| Ages | Under 9 need supervising adult; ages 9-11 need swim test for deep end |
| Getting there | Paved road, resort near Downey |
| In winter | Winter soaking rates and temps on FAQ suggest open in winter; confirm hours |
| Operator | Downata Hot Springs Resort, https://www.downatahotsprings.com |

Checked October 2026. Sources: https://www.downatahotsprings.com, https://www.downatahotsprings.com/pools, https://www.downatahotsprings.com/frequently-asked-questions

## About Downata Hot Springs

Downata Hot Springs belongs to Oneida County, down in Idaho's southeast, about 16 miles from Malad City. Soaking warm water, 109 degrees. No owner is listed and access is blank, so the record does not settle who may use it. A photograph exists. For camping the record lists Malad Summit Guard Station, nine and a half miles off.

Two tenths of a mile on foot from South Downata Road. The spring sits at roughly 4,800 feet in country where winters are real without being extreme, five or six feet of snow, and precipitation is moderate. The record says nothing more about the terrain.

The record favors winter. At 109 most people can get straight in. The chemistry sample, from 1972, is one of the more complete on file for this state, with dissolved solids measured and iron present, and the pH reads slightly acidic, which is unusual among the Idaho springs on this site. Confirm access before you go; nothing on record settles it.

## Water chemistry

Lab sample from 1972-05-17 (Water Quality Portal).

| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| pH | 6.7 |
| Total dissolved solids | 266 mg/L |
| Calcium | 43 mg/L |
| Magnesium | 15 mg/L |
| Sodium | 20 mg/L |
| Sulfate | 18 mg/L |
| Chloride | 20 mg/L |
| Iron | 40 µg/L |

## Nearby

- Nearest city page: [Hot springs near Montpelier](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/near/idaho/montpelier), 36 mi away
- State page: [Hot springs in Idaho](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho)
- [Lava Hot Springs (Thermal Mineral Springs), ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/lava-hot-springs-thermal-mineral-springs): pH 6.8, TDS 776 mg/L, Roadside, near Soda Springs, Caribou County, developed pools, pools 102–112°F, $8 day pass, year-round
- [Lava Hot Springs, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/lava-hot-springs): 113°F source, pH 6.8, TDS 776 mg/L, Roadside, near Soda Springs, Caribou County, developed pools, pools 102–112°F, $8 day pass, year-round
- [Malad Warm Spring, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/malad-warm-spring): 77°F source, pH 6.5, TDS 4,500 mg/L, Short Walk, near Malad City, Oneida County
- [Kent Warm Spring, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/kent-warm-spring): 75°F source, pH 7.7, Short Walk, near Malad City, Oneida County
- [Mound Valley Warm Spring, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/mound-valley-warm-spring): Warm, Short Walk, near Soda Springs, Caribou County
- [Treasureton Hot Springs, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/treasureton-hot-springs): 95°F source, pH 7.3, Short Walk, near Preston, Franklin County

## Questions

**What is the water temperature at Downata Hot Springs?**
Downata Hot Springs has a water temperature of 109°F (43°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.

**Where is Downata Hot Springs located?**
Downata Hot Springs is located in Oneida County, Idaho at 4,760 feet elevation, near Malad City. Coordinates: 42.3880°N, 112.0850°W.

**How do I get to Downata Hot Springs?**
Downata Hot Springs has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being South Downata Road (0.2 mi from the road).

**Can I camp near Downata Hot Springs?**
Yes, Malad Summit Guard Station is located nearby (9.5 miles away).

**What minerals are in the water at Downata Hot Springs?**
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride, Iron. The pH is 6.7 (slightly acidic). Total dissolved solids measure 266 mg/L.

## Sources

- USGS thermal springs records, Water Quality Portal lab analyses, OpenStreetMap, Wikipedia/Wikidata, NOAA climate normals