Walti Hot Springs

Eureka County, Nevada · Near Eureka
39.9040°N, 116.5880°W
162°F 77°F air · Good soaking weather Short Walk
Very Hot Source, Use Extreme Caution

At 162°F, the source water at Walti Hot Springs 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.

Walti Hot Springs is a scalding spring in Eureka County, a bit over forty miles from Eureka. The only water chemistry is a 1974 USGS sample, slightly acidic, with calcium, magnesium, sodium, sulfate and chloride. Nobody is on record as the landowner and nothing on file covers public access. There is a photograph in the record.

Location
55 miles from Battle Mountain, NV

Roughly a third of a mile on foot. The road you start from has no name on record, and no elevation is listed either. Winters put down more than three feet of snow. Precipitation over the year is moderate, with the average temperature somewhere near fifty. No campground is listed.

Rated best December through February, snow and all. Scalding water, so keep out of the source. The landowner and the access rules are unknown; make inquiries before driving forty miles. No fee noted. The water sample is half a century old, and the temperature on file carries no date.

Monthly Climate
27°
Jan
29°
Feb
38°
Mar
46°
Apr
55°
May
69°
Jun
78°
Jul
76°
Aug
66°
Sep
52°
Oct
38°
Nov
26°
Dec
Annual Precip: 10.9 in Annual Snow: 38.4 in
Best Time to Visit
December Air 26°F · Water 162°F · +136° contrast
January Air 27°F · Water 162°F · +135° contrast
February Air 29°F · Water 162°F · +133° contrast
December offers 52°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
77°F
18% Good soaking weather
Today 82° Low 54° Sunny
Spring is +80° warmer
Saturday 85° Low 51° Sunny
Spring is +77° warmer
Sunday 76° Low 44° Sunny
Spring is +86° warmer
Monday 74° Low 46° Sunny
Spring is +88° warmer
Tuesday 78° Low 49° Sunny
Spring is +84° warmer
Water Chemistry Sampled 1974-01-01

The water at Walti Hot Springs is slightly acidic (pH 6.5).

pH 6.5 Slightly Acidic
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Calcium 56 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 12 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 44 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 64 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 12 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Where to Stay

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Temperature
162°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 162°F (72°C)
Avg Air Temp 50°F
Above Ambient +112°F
Great soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Short Walk
Distance to Road 0.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Walti Hot Springs?
Walti Hot Springs has a water temperature of 162°F (72°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.
Where is Walti Hot Springs located?
Walti Hot Springs is located in Eureka County, Nevada, near Eureka. Coordinates: 39.9040°N, 116.5880°W.
How do I get to Walti Hot Springs?
Walti Hot Springs has Short Walk road access (0.3 mi from the road).
What minerals are in the water at Walti Hot Springs?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 6.5 (slightly acidic).
Is it safe to soak at Walti Hot Springs?
No, not at the source. The water at Walti Hot Springs reaches 162°F, which can cause severe burns within seconds. Look for cooled side pools or downstream stretches, and test with a hand before anything else.