# Sevenmile Hole, Wyoming

Sevenmile Hole in Wyoming. 154°F (68°C). Hike · Public Land. Gallatin County.

- Page: https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/sevenmile-hole
- Source: Soaking Springs, researched and maintained by Armen Suny
- Updated: 2026-09-14

## Can you soak at Sevenmile Hole?

Not at the source. The water leaves the ground at 154°F, hot enough to burn skin. Reaching it takes a hike. It's on National Park Service land.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source water temperature | 154°F (68°C) (USGS record; developed pools are often cooled) |
| Elevation | 6,704 ft |
| Access | Hike · Public Land, 2.7 mi from the nearest road |
| Land | Yellowstone National Park, National Park Service |
| County | Gallatin County |
| Nearest town | West Yellowstone |
| Coordinates | 44.75400, -110.40300 |
| Best months to soak | December, January, February (largest gap between water and average air temperature) |
| Nearest campground | Tower Fall Campground, 9.4 mi |

## Soaking safety

**Very Hot Source, Use Extreme Caution.** At 154°F, the source water at Sevenmile Hole 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.

## About Sevenmile Hole

A hike of a bit under three miles off the closest road puts you at Sevenmile Hole, a hot spring in the Gallatin County part of Yellowstone. Scalding water. At around 6,700 feet it sits lower than most thermal points in the park. The nearest town listed is West Yellowstone. Open ground, Park Service.

The record lists a hike of 2.7 miles but does not name the road it begins from. Elevation is comparatively low for Yellowstone, which is likely why the average temperature on record is a degree or two warmer than nearby features. Snow still runs around eleven feet. Moderate precipitation. National park, no further designation.

Scalding water; stay out of it and off the edge. December through February are the months on record as best, which for a near-three-mile hike in this snow country means skis. Tower Fall Campground is the closest camp listed, about nine miles away. No fee on file. Ask the park about trail status before going.

## Nearby

- Nearest city page: [Hot springs near Cody](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/near/wyoming/cody), 62 mi away
- State page: [Hot springs in Wyoming](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming)
- [Hot Springs At Sevenmile Hole, WY](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/hot-springs-at-sevenmile-hole): 189°F source, Hike, near West Yellowstone, Gallatin County
- [Washburn Hot Springs, WY](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/washburn-hot-springs): 196°F source, Hike, near West Yellowstone, Gallatin County
- [Hot Spring On Moss Creek, WY](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/hot-spring-on-moss-creek): 115°F source, Backcountry, near West Yellowstone, Gallatin County
- [Josephs Coat Springs, WY](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/josephs-coat-springs): 199°F source, Backcountry, near West Yellowstone, Gallatin County
- [Hot Springs On Bog Creek, WY](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/hot-springs-on-bog-creek-2): 185°F source, Backcountry, near West Yellowstone, Gallatin County
- [Forest Springs, WY](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/wyoming/forest-springs): Hot, Hike, near West Yellowstone, Gallatin County

## Questions

**What is the water temperature at Sevenmile Hole?**
Sevenmile Hole has a water temperature of 154°F (68°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.

**Where is Sevenmile Hole located?**
Sevenmile Hole is located in Gallatin County, Wyoming at 6,704 feet elevation, near West Yellowstone. Coordinates: 44.7540°N, 110.4030°W.

**How do I get to Sevenmile Hole?**
Sevenmile Hole has Hike road access (2.7 mi from the road).

**Is Sevenmile Hole free to visit?**
Sevenmile Hole has Open access. It is managed by National Park Service.

**Can I camp near Sevenmile Hole?**
Yes, Tower Fall Campground is located nearby (9.4 miles away).

**Is it safe to soak at Sevenmile Hole?**
No, not at the source. The water at Sevenmile Hole reaches 154°F, which can cause severe burns within seconds. Look for cooled side pools or downstream stretches, and test with a hand before anything else.

## Sources

- USGS thermal springs records, Water Quality Portal lab analyses, OpenStreetMap, Wikipedia/Wikidata, NOAA climate normals