Horse Creek Springs

Natrona County, Wyoming · Near Mills
42.7020°N, 107.1050°W · 6,873 ft
75°F 70°F air · Good soaking weather 6,873 ft Short Walk Camping nearby (22.9 mi)

Horse Creek Springs sits in Natrona County, Wyoming, nearly forty miles out from Mills, the closest town on record. Mid seventies water, which is tepid. Who owns it is anyone's guess, and access has never been sorted out.

Location

Dry high country near 6,900 feet, about a foot of precipitation a year and four and a half feet of snow. The nearest road is a tenth of a mile off and unnamed. No land unit is listed. The closest camping on record, Pete's Draw Campground, is twenty-three miles away.

There is nothing on file to say this spring is open to anyone, so confirm ownership first. Winter ranks as best in the climate data. The water is too cool to be a hazard. No fee, no chemistry, no sample date. Services are far by the record's distances.

Monthly Climate
16°
Jan
17°
Feb
28°
Mar
37°
Apr
48°
May
63°
Jun
71°
Jul
68°
Aug
58°
Sep
41°
Oct
29°
Nov
16°
Dec
Annual Precip: 13.4 in Annual Snow: 54.6 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 16°F · Water 75°F · +60° contrast
December Air 16°F · Water 75°F · +59° contrast
February Air 17°F · Water 75°F · +58° contrast
January offers 56°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
70°F
Mostly Clear SW 24.9 mph 40% Good soaking weather
Labor Day 74° Low 57° Mostly Sunny 3% precip
Spring is +1° warmer
Tuesday 74° Low 47° Sunny
Spring is +1° warmer
Wednesday 74° Low 43° Sunny
Spring is +1° warmer
Thursday 78° Low 46° Sunny
Friday 76° Low 52° Sunny 3% precip
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Pete's Draw Campground 22.9 mi away

Pete's Draw has both a day-use and overnight camping area to enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, picnicking, fishing, boating and camping. There's a parking area, vault toilet, seven overnight campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, shelters, tent pads, and RV parking, trash receptacle, and a hardened pedestrian trail. No water is available at this campground. Campsites are first come, first served. No overnight parking is allowed in the day use area. This campground receives heavy visitatio...

Fee $10 per night for overnight camping. No fee for day use.
Stay limit 14 days
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 6,873 ft

Horse Creek Springs sits at 6,873 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 27% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.

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Temperature
75°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 75°F (24°C)
Avg Air Temp 41°F
Above Ambient +34°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Short Walk
Distance to Road 0.1 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Horse Creek Springs?
Horse Creek Springs has a water temperature of 75°F (24°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Horse Creek Springs located?
Horse Creek Springs is located in Natrona County, Wyoming at 6,873 feet elevation, near Mills. Coordinates: 42.7020°N, 107.1050°W.
How do I get to Horse Creek Springs?
Horse Creek Springs has Short Walk road access (0.1 mi from the road).
Can I camp near Horse Creek Springs?
Yes, Pete's Draw Campground is located nearby (22.9 miles away). $10 per night for overnight camping. No fee for day use..