Twelvemile Spring

Elko County, Nevada · Near Wells
41.2430°N, 114.9470°W · 5,901 ft
102°F 59°F air · Good soaking weather 5,901 ft Roadside Camping nearby (15.5 mi)

Twelvemile Spring, nine miles from Wells in Elko County, comes out at a soaking warm temperature, a touch over body heat. It sits roughly 240 feet from a road. Owner and public access are both unrecorded, which is the main thing to sort out before you go. No USGS number, photo or chemistry is attached.

Location

You can pull up right at it, though the road goes unnamed. Close to six thousand feet, high ground, with about three feet of snow in a typical winter. Precipitation is moderate by Nevada standards. Nothing ties it to a land unit or a designation.

The record puts January at the top, then the months either side of it. Angel Creek campground, in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, is the closest on the record, roughly fifteen miles off. Soaking warm water from an undated reading. No fee or chemistry on file. Ownership unknown; check. Access is roadside, so no walking.

Monthly Climate
23°
Jan
26°
Feb
35°
Mar
43°
Apr
53°
May
66°
Jun
76°
Jul
74°
Aug
63°
Sep
49°
Oct
35°
Nov
23°
Dec
Annual Precip: 11.2 in Annual Snow: 35.7 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 23°F · Water 102°F · +79° contrast
December Air 23°F · Water 102°F · +79° contrast
February Air 26°F · Water 102°F · +77° contrast
January offers 53°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
59°F
Clear SW 24.9 mph 29% Good soaking weather
Sunday 75° Low 52° Sunny
Spring is +27° warmer
Monday 68° Low 38° Sunny
Spring is +34° warmer
Tuesday 76° Low 40° Sunny
Spring is +26° warmer
Wednesday 75° Low 45° Sunny 7% precip
Spring is +27° warmer
Thursday 75° Low 44° Sunny 3% precip
Spring is +27° warmer
Nearby Camping
Nearby Camping
Angel Creek (Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) 15.5 mi away

Overview Angel Creek Campground is located on the grassy foothills of the East Humboldt Mountain Range, just eight miles southwest of Wells, Nev. It sits at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Visitors enjoy making the short drive to Angel Lake for canoeing and fishing.Recreation Beautiful Angel Lake is just four miles from the campground, offering great canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout.Smith Lake Trail begins at the entrance to Angel Lake Campground, with a designated day use parking...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 5,901 ft

Twelvemile Spring sits at 5,901 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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Temperature
102°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 102°F (39°C)
Avg Air Temp 47°F
Above Ambient +55°F
Good soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Roadside
Distance to Road 242 ft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Twelvemile Spring?
Twelvemile Spring has a water temperature of 102°F (39°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.
Where is Twelvemile Spring located?
Twelvemile Spring is located in Elko County, Nevada at 5,901 feet elevation, near Wells. Coordinates: 41.2430°N, 114.9470°W.
How do I get to Twelvemile Spring?
Twelvemile Spring has Roadside road access (242 ft from the road).
Can I camp near Twelvemile Spring?
Yes, Angel Creek (Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) is located nearby (15.5 miles away).