Woodhouse Spring

Beaver County, Utah · Near Milford
38.3400°N, 113.2200°W · 6,160 ft
72°F 63°F air · Good soaking weather 6,160 ft Open Short Walk Bureau of Land Management Camping nearby (20.8 mi)

Woodhouse Spring is a second tepid BLM spring in the Beaver County high country outside Milford, around twelve miles from town. Like Willow Spring in the same Field Office, it comes up warm to the touch and no more. Access is open. The water carries a moderate mineral load and a photo is on file.

Location

It takes a walk of a bit under a third of a mile from an unnamed road to reach it. Cedar City Field Office land, public, at an elevation where winter snow is real without being deep and the year as a whole stays dry. Hanging Rock Campground is the nearest camping on record, though it is better than twenty miles away.

Plan on December through February, the months the record rates highest. There is no fee on file. Temperature and chemistry both come from a single survey in September 1963, the only reading anyone has, so treat the warmth as unconfirmed until you put a hand in. Open public land with no facilities noted.

Monthly Climate
25°
Jan
30°
Feb
40°
Mar
48°
Apr
57°
May
72°
Jun
77°
Jul
75°
Aug
66°
Sep
52°
Oct
38°
Nov
26°
Dec
Annual Precip: 9.0 in Annual Snow: 26.0 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 25°F · Water 72°F · +47° contrast
December Air 26°F · Water 72°F · +46° contrast
February Air 30°F · Water 72°F · +42° contrast
January offers 52°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
63°F
Clear S 49.7 mph 68% Good soaking weather
Labor Day 78° Low 51° Sunny 1% precip
Tuesday 81° Low 53° Sunny
Wednesday 83° Low 55° Sunny 1% precip
Thursday 86° Low 57° Sunny 4% precip
Friday 86° Low 60° Sunny 4% precip
Water Chemistry Sampled 1963-09-06

The water at Woodhouse Spring is slightly alkaline (pH 7.7) with 720 mg/L total dissolved solids. It is notably rich in magnesium (known for muscle relaxation and stress relief) and chloride (natural antiseptic with skin health benefits).

pH 7.7 Slightly Alkaline
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Higher mineral concentration for therapeutic soaking
Calcium 80 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 47 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 76 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 40 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 220 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Hanging Rock Campground 20.8 mi away

Overview Hanging Rock Campground is located just off of Highway 21 between the towns of Beaver and Minerville, UT. The campground has six campsites all located alongside the scenic Beaver River. Along with the scenery that the river provides, it also offers what many consider to be the best fising in Beaver County. Recreation The Beaver River provides opportunity for year-round fishing. The Paiute ATV Trail and Beaver Bench Mountain Bike Trail System are located just down the road in Beaver,...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 6,160 ft

Woodhouse Spring sits at 6,160 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 25% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.

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Temperature
72°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 72°F (22°C)
Avg Air Temp 50°F
Above Ambient +22°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Open
Road Access Short Walk
Distance to Road 0.3 mi
Land
Ownership Federal
Agency Bureau of Land Management
Designation PUB
Unit Cedar City Field Office
Manager Bureau of Land Management
Protection 3 - Protected, subject to extractive use
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Woodhouse Spring?
Woodhouse Spring has a water temperature of 72°F (22°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Woodhouse Spring located?
Woodhouse Spring is located in Beaver County, Utah at 6,160 feet elevation, near Milford. Coordinates: 38.3400°N, 113.2200°W.
How do I get to Woodhouse Spring?
Woodhouse Spring has Short Walk road access (0.3 mi from the road).
Is Woodhouse Spring free to visit?
Woodhouse Spring has Open access. It is managed by Bureau of Land Management.
Can I camp near Woodhouse Spring?
Yes, Hanging Rock Campground is located nearby (20.8 miles away).
What minerals are in the water at Woodhouse Spring?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 7.7 (slightly alkaline). Total dissolved solids measure 720 mg/L.
Sources: USGS NWIS