Hot Springs
This 115°F spring flows on BLM land at 6,100 feet elevation in the Churchill County mountains east of Fallon. Water emerges 64.9 degrees above ambient temperature, accessible via 140.6-meter walk from the nearest road on Mount Lewis Field Office public land open to extractive uses.
Located at 39.308°N, -117.552°W in the same mountain system as nearby hotter springs, this thermal feature occupies high desert terrain with 11.3 inches annual precipitation, 43.6 inches of snow, and mean annual air temperature of 50.1°F. The elevation and exposed position create harsh winter conditions with persistent snowpack. Vegetation consists of sagebrush and scattered pinyon-juniper adapted to cold, dry conditions. The spring sits on BLM public land protected under status 3, permitting mineral and energy development.
The 140.6-meter walk from road crosses uneven terrain; wear hiking boots. Visit May through October when mountain roads remain passable. At 6,100 feet, expect cold nights even in summer. The 115°F temperature permits bathing if pools exist, but verify conditions before planning a soak. Combine with exploration of nearby hotter springs in the same geothermal system.
The generic "Hot Springs" name provides no historical record. BLM designation suggests the spring avoided homestead claims, possibly due to remote mountain location and limited flow unsuitable for ranching operations. The spring remains undeveloped on federal land managed for multiple uses including recreation and extractive activities.
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Hot Springs sits at 6,100 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 24% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.
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Hot Springs is road-accessible, so you can bring more gear. The water runs hot, so extra hydration is key.
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