Indian Springs
This thermal feature near Tonopah carries the designation 'W' indicating warm water without recorded temperature measurement. The spring emerges at 5,376 feet elevation in central Nevada's high desert, requiring a short walk across 109.2 meters from the nearest road to access the undeveloped thermal source.
Located in Nye County's elevated basin country, the spring sits at 5,376 feet where sparse vegetation covers the landscape. Average air temperatures reach 53.6 degrees Fahrenheit with annual precipitation totaling just 6.6 inches and 20.9 inches of snow, creating cold high-desert conditions. The surrounding terrain extends as open sagebrush flats between distant mountain ranges characteristic of Nevada's Great Basin interior.
Access requires navigation across unmarked terrain from the nearest road. The lack of specific temperature data and remote location make this better suited for geothermal inventory than recreation. Prepare for extreme temperature swings at this elevation. Nearest services in Tonopah provide base for exploring central Nevada's sparse thermal features.
The Indian Springs name suggests Indigenous use, though specific documentation remains absent from available records. The feature likely served as a water source in this arid region where any spring holds significance. The spring continues to flow naturally without development or commercial facilities.
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Indian Springs sits at 5,376 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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Indian Springs is road-accessible, so you can bring more gear.
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