# Haven Lodge Hot Spring, Idaho

Haven Lodge Hot Spring in Idaho. 147°F (64°C). Short Walk · Public Land. Boise County.

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

## Can you soak at Haven Lodge Hot Spring?

Yes. Haven Lodge Hot Spring is a developed hot spring with pools from 85 to 104°F. A day pass costs $20 as of October 2026.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source water temperature | 147°F (64°C) (USGS record; developed pools are often cooled) |
| pH | 9.2 (Alkaline) |
| Elevation | 4,000 ft |
| Access | Short Walk · Public Land, 0.1 mi from the nearest road (Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route) |
| Land | Boise National Forest, US Forest Service |
| County | Boise County |
| Nearest town | Idaho City |
| Coordinates | 44.07700, -115.55300 |
| Best months to soak | December, January, February (largest gap between water and average air temperature) |
| Nearest campground | KIRKHAM, 0.6 mi |

## Plan your visit

| | |
|---|---|
| Type | Developed pools |
| Cost | $20 day pass. $20 per hour for 1-2 people, $10 each extra person, plus tax; whole pool private. Motel guests half price day soaks. |
| Hours | 8am–10pm daily |
| Season | Year-round |
| Reservations | Recommended |
| Pool temperature | 85–104°F |
| Getting there | Roadside resort at 7655 Hwy 21, Lowman |
| In winter | Hwy 21 plowed |
| Operator | Haven Hot Springs, https://havenhotsprings.com |

Checked October 2026. Sources: https://havenhotsprings.com, https://ie.hotels.com/ho655813280/haven-hot-springs-lowman-united-states-of-america

## Soaking safety

**Very Hot Source, Use Extreme Caution.** At 147°F, the source water at Haven Lodge Hot Spring is hot enough to cause burns. Some hot springs this hot have cooler side pools or downstream areas suitable for soaking. Always test the water temperature before entering.

## About Haven Lodge Hot Spring

On the Boise National Forest about twenty-two miles from Idaho City, Haven Lodge Hot Spring is a Forest Service thermal source in Boise County, Idaho, with open public access on record. What the record says plainly is that the water is scalding, hot enough that touching it is a bad idea, and that its chemistry was last checked in the late 1970s. Camping is close.

The Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route is a tenth-mile off, so the approach is a short walk from the highway. Boise National Forest land, at a modest elevation for this part of Idaho. The winters here are wet and deep. Something like thirteen feet of snow falls in a normal winter, and the whole area gets a good deal more rain than the dry south of the state.

December through February are flagged as the best months on record, heavy snow and all. The Kirkham campground is a bit over half a mile away. The big warning is the water. At the recorded temperature it will scald, and the record has nothing about cooler pools, so look before you touch. The chemistry reading is from 1979.

## Water chemistry

Lab sample from 1979-03-13 (Water Quality Portal).

| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| pH | 9.2 |
| Calcium | 1.4 mg/L |
| Sodium | 79 mg/L |
| Sulfate | 39 mg/L |
| Chloride | 5.7 mg/L |

## Nearby

- Nearest city page: [Hot springs near Challis](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/near/idaho/challis), 39 mi away
- State page: [Hot springs in Idaho](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho)
- [Kirkham Hot Springs, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/kirkham-hot-springs): 149°F source, pH 9.1, Short Walk, near Idaho City, Boise County, primitive pools, $5 parking or permit, may–sep
- [Pine Flat Hot Springs, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/pine-flat-hot-springs): 138°F source, pH 9.2, Short Walk, near Idaho City, Boise County, primitive pools
- [Bonneville Hot Springs, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/bonneville-hot-springs): 185°F source, pH 9.3, Short Walk, near Idaho City, Boise County, primitive pools, pools 104°F, $5 parking or permit, apr–oct
- [Danskin Creek Hot Spring, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/danskin-creek-hot-spring): 106°F source, pH 8.8, Roadside, near Idaho City, Boise County, primitive pools
- [Dan Hodges Hot Spring, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/dan-hodges-hot-spring): 140°F source, pH 9.1, Roadside, near Idaho City, Boise County
- [Corder Hot Spring, ID](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/idaho/corder-hot-spring): 131°F source, pH 9.2, Roadside, near Idaho City, Boise County

## Questions

**What is the water temperature at Haven Lodge Hot Spring?**
Haven Lodge Hot Spring has a water temperature of 147°F (64°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.

**Where is Haven Lodge Hot Spring located?**
Haven Lodge Hot Spring is located in Boise County, Idaho at 4,000 feet elevation, near Idaho City. Coordinates: 44.0770°N, 115.5530°W.

**How do I get to Haven Lodge Hot Spring?**
Haven Lodge Hot Spring has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being Ponderosa Pine Scenic Route (0.1 mi from the road).

**Is Haven Lodge Hot Spring free to visit?**
Haven Lodge Hot Spring has Open access. It is managed by US Forest Service.

**Can I camp near Haven Lodge Hot Spring?**
Yes, Kirkham is located nearby (0.6 miles away).

**What minerals are in the water at Haven Lodge Hot Spring?**
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Calcium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 9.2 (alkaline).

**Is it safe to soak at Haven Lodge Hot Spring?**
No, not at the source. The water at Haven Lodge Hot Spring reaches 147°F, which can cause severe burns within seconds. Look for cooled side pools or downstream stretches, and test with a hand before anything else.

## Sources

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