Pugsley

Cassia County, Utah · Near Burley
41.8310°N, 113.3910°W · 5,790 ft
73°F 73°F air · Good soaking weather 5,790 ft Short Walk Camping nearby (9.2 mi)

Pugsley, a one-word name on the USGS list, is a warm spring in Cassia County some thirteen miles from Burley. The water is lukewarm. It was sampled in June 1966 and that is the last measurement on file. Nobody has recorded the land status.

Location
73 miles from Brigham City, UT

The closest road is nearly a mile away, unnamed in the record, so count on a walk of close to a mile each way across ground nobody has described on file. Elevation runs near 5,800 feet. Winters are moderate in snow by mountain standards, roughly two and a half feet, and the year is dry.

Best months on record are January, December, February. A mile on foot through snow is no small thing, so match the season to the weather. Clear Creek Campground is the camping on file, a little over nine miles away. The temperature reading is from the 1960s. Access is unknown; check it.

Monthly Climate
24°
Jan
27°
Feb
37°
Mar
44°
Apr
54°
May
66°
Jun
76°
Jul
74°
Aug
63°
Sep
48°
Oct
36°
Nov
24°
Dec
Annual Precip: 12.4 in Annual Snow: 30.8 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 24°F · Water 73°F · +49° contrast
December Air 24°F · Water 73°F · +49° contrast
February Air 27°F · Water 73°F · +46° contrast
January offers 52°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
73°F
Mostly Cloudy S 45.9 mph 47% Good soaking weather
Labor Day 69° Low 48° Sunny
Spring is +4° warmer
Tuesday 75° Low 47° Sunny
Wednesday 79° Low 52° Mostly Sunny
Thursday 81° Low 57° Sunny 1% precip
Friday 80° Low 60° Sunny 2% precip
Water Chemistry Sampled 1966-06-17

The water at Pugsley is neutral (pH 7.2) with 314 mg/L total dissolved solids.

pH 7.2 Neutral
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Higher mineral concentration for therapeutic soaking
Calcium 45 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 12 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 43 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 20 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 76 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Nearby Camping
Nearby Camping
Clear Creek Campground 9.2 mi away

Clear Creek Campground is a non-fee campground and picnic area composed of 12 individual units and reservations are not required. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June through October. Campground amenities include toilets and the campground is well suited for tent and RV camping. Sites are handicapped accessible. Bull Flat (#001) and Lake Fork (#004) trails are popular with horseback riders, and hikers.

Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 5,790 ft

Pugsley sits at 5,790 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 23% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.

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Temperature
73°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 73°F (23°C)
Avg Air Temp 48°F
Above Ambient +25°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Short Walk
Distance to Road 0.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Pugsley?
Pugsley has a water temperature of 73°F (23°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Pugsley located?
Pugsley is located in Cassia County, Utah at 5,790 feet elevation, near Burley. Coordinates: 41.8310°N, 113.3910°W.
How do I get to Pugsley?
Pugsley has Short Walk road access (0.9 mi from the road).
Can I camp near Pugsley?
Yes, Clear Creek Campground is located nearby (9.2 miles away).
What minerals are in the water at Pugsley?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 7.2 (neutral). Total dissolved solids measure 314 mg/L.
Sources: USGS NWIS