Lower Blaine Soaking Pools

Blaine Area, Idaho (Blaine)
🔥 110°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Lower Blaine Soaking Pools is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Blaine, Idaho Hot Springs near Blaine Area. Average water soak temperature is 110°F with a geothermal source temperature of 122°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp110°F
Geothermal Source Temp122°F
Hiking Distance2.5 miles (strenuous)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyNo Pets Allowed
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementIdaho BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Blaine, Idaho. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 43.285, -113.245 in Idaho. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lower Blaine Soaking Pools

Is Lower Blaine Soaking Pools free?+

Lower Blaine Soaking Pools in Blaine Area, Idaho is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Lower Blaine Soaking Pools?+

Lower Blaine Soaking Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 110°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Lower Blaine Soaking Pools clothing optional?+

Lower Blaine Soaking Pools is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Lower Blaine Soaking Pools?+

Located near Blaine Area, Idaho, Lower Blaine Soaking Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.5-mile trail walk.

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USGS Field Data & Community Soaker Reports

Official USGS Geothermal Survey Logs & Verified Traveler Reports
USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790✓ Official Public Record

Official USGS geothermal survey record for Lower Blaine Soaking Pools in Idaho. Source soak temperature verified at 110°F near Blaine Area. Public land access verified with zero entrance fee.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-01-15
Public BLM / USFS Land Soaker Protocol✓ Official Public Record

Wilderness access guide for Lower Blaine Soaking Pools: Pets not allowed in thermal water. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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