Sterling (Peacock) Warm Spring
Sterling Warm Spring flows at 72 degrees Fahrenheit in Sanpete County, emerging 21.6 degrees above ambient air temperature just 17 meters from the nearest road. Also known as Peacock Warm Spring, this roadside thermal feature delivers mild thermal water at 5,633 feet elevation in the agricultural valleys near Manti.
The spring emerges in the agricultural bottomlands of Sanpete County at 5,633 feet elevation, where cultivated fields transition to sagebrush-covered foothills beneath the Wasatch Plateau. The surrounding terrain receives 12.9 inches of annual precipitation and 46.1 inches of snow, supporting a mix of irrigated farmland and upland range. Valley cottonwoods line seasonal drainages while juniper and pinyon pine establish themselves on the adjacent slopes, creating distinct vegetative zones across the elevation gradient.
Visit spring through fall when roads remain clear and temperatures moderate; winter access faces snow closure risk at this elevation. The short roadside approach requires minimal gear but respect private property boundaries in this agricultural zone. Twin Lake Campground sits 10.4 kilometers distant, offering developed camping with OHV trail access for multi-day area exploration.
The spring bears the name of early settlers in the Manti area, with the Peacock designation reflecting subsequent landowners who developed the property. Historical documentation for this specific thermal feature remains limited beyond basic geographic references and ranching-era associations with local families who homesteaded the valley floor.
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Overview Twin Lake Campground rests in a juniper tree belt between the lower river bottom of Twelve Mile Canyon and the upper sub-alpine top of Skyline Drive. Visitors enjoy exploring a wealth of off-road vehicle trails.Recreation With an off-road vehicle learner loop in the campground and a central location between trails connecting to the Arapeen OHV Trail system and Skyline Drive, Twin Lake is the perfect staging area for exciting riding at any skill level.Facilities The campground contain...
Sterling (Peacock) Warm Spring sits at 5,633 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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