Miracle Hot Springs
By the HotSpringsFind editorial team · How we compile records · Reviewed September 2026
Miracle Hot Springs is a resort hot spring listed near Buhl, Idaho. Reported soak temperature: 106°F. See the visit fact sheet.
Current status
Open Mon–Thu 8 AM–10 PM and Fri–Sat 8 AM–11 PM, CLOSED SUNDAYS, on US-30 between Buhl and Hagerman in the Snake River canyon — general admission to the outdoor pools from $14/person plus reservable private soaking rooms ($10+ for up to 4 adults) and VIP pools ($25+ for up to 6) with adjustable temps; all services require advance reservation and weekends sell out; water is untreated alkaline (pH 9.6) mineral water from a 140°F artesian well cooled in Salmon Falls Creek pipes; geodesic-dome glamping and massage on site.
Checked September 2026 · verified on the operator’s site · 4 sources ↓
Staying overnight?
A town base for Snake River Valley soaks near Buhl and Hagerman.
Twin Falls is about 20 mi from the spring (straight line).
We may earn a commission from bookings through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Before you go
- Status: Reservation or permission required — confirm via Miracle Hot Springs — official Info page (hours, closed Sundays, policies, water chemistry 140°F source/pH 9.6, no cell/WiFi).
- Cost: Reported $14 — confirm current rates before visiting.
- Getting there: Developed resort — confirm operating hours and any reservation requirement.
- Water: Reported soak temperature 106°F — always test the water before entering.
- Rules: Reported clothing required; pets reported not allowed — confirm current rules.
- Conditions: check weather, fire closures, and land-manager alerts the week you go — mountain access changes seasonally.
- Reservations/permits: None — advance online reservation covers everything.
- Booking: Reservation required.
- Best time to go: Weekday mornings (Mon–Thu) — packages and memberships are weekday-priced and weekends sell out; Fri–Sat evenings run to 11 PM for stargazing soaks.
- Clothing reality: Swimsuits required — family facility with shared outdoor pools; private rooms are enclosed single-party spaces where the rule is moot. No clothing-optional policy. Private property.
- Kids: Allowed.
- Cell service: none — download maps and tell someone your plan.
- Accessibility: Developed facility with changing rooms/showers and level outdoor pool decks; private rooms are single-level — no documented lifts; call (208) 543-6002 for specifics.
- CLOSED EVERY SUNDAY — plus Thanksgiving and Christmas Day; the most common wasted-drive mistake
- Reservations required for ALL services per operator — book online; weekends and holidays frequently sell out (one directory claims public pools are walk-in — operator's 'reservations required' language is newer and should govern)
- Private-pool rule: must be 19+ with ID, or accompanied by a parent/legal guardian
- Children under 14 need adult supervision in pool areas; no pets, no alcohol, no smoking/vaping, no loud music
- NO cell service and NO WiFi — office phone available on request; arrange plans before arrival
- Private pool bookings INCLUDE all-day access to the outdoor general pools — a private room plus general admission is the value play
- Water untreated/no chlorine — outdoor pools drained daily, private pools drained between guests
- Ten-visit package $135 adult/$55 senior (Mon–Thu before 5 PM); couples membership $55/mo + $30 initiation
- Hazard: Source water 140°F — pools tempered to 96–106°F; private-room valves adjustable, test before entering
- Hazard: Remote canyon location — zero cell coverage; nearest services Buhl (~10 mi) or Hagerman (~9 mi)
- Hazard: Snake River canyon winter driving on US-30
About this spring
Operating 50+ years on Salmon Falls Creek — 4 outdoor geothermal pools at 96-106°F plus 21 private baths with adjustable temp; untreated pH 9.6 mineral water from a 140°F source, no chlorine. Glamping domes and massage. CLOSED SUNDAYS. Fee: From ~$14; private pools ~$10-55; reservation required. April 2023: a couple died in a private room (under investigation); closed Sundays.
Miracle Hot Springs (formerly, Hobo Hot Springs; also known as Compressor Hot Springs and Clear Creek Hot Springs) is an unincorporated community in the Kern River Valley, in Kern County, California. It is located along the Kern River in the Sequoia National Forest 10 miles (16 km) west of Lake Isabella, California, at an elevation of 2,382 feet (726 m). The earliest known name for this hot spring was Compressor, named after a turbine built by an indigenous miner. The turbine was supplied with water from Clear Creek that drove a compressor that provided air to miners working underground. The name Hobo was based on the rancher's name for the workmen who lived there, who were accused of stealing sheep and cattle. Another account of the name Hobo Hot Springs claims that a hobo camp that included several bathhouses was built in 1901 when the Borel power plant was under construction.
Text from the Wikipedia article “Miracle Hot Springs, California”, available under CC BY-SA.
Directions & trailhead access
19073 US-30, ~9 mi SE of Hagerman / ~10 mi W of Buhl.
Idaho geothermal context
Idaho's thermal water rides the old track of the Yellowstone hotspot across the Snake River Plain and surfaces along faults in the surrounding mountains. Many of the best soaks are roadside or river-access pools inside national forests — including springs that only emerge when river levels drop. Backcountry sites demand real navigation skills and long dirt-road drives.
What a resort site means here
A resort spring is a commercial operation: developed pools or tubs with controlled temperatures, changing facilities, and usually day-use fees or lodging packages. Expect posted rules (swimsuits, quiet hours, age limits), staff on site, and in many cases required reservations — especially on weekends and holidays.
Best time to visit
Year-Round (Best: May – October)Pool temperatures and access can change with weather and season. Outdoor ambient temperatures fluctuate significantly across Idaho. Late spring through autumn offers the most comfortable road access.
Fact sheet
| Reported soak temp | 106°F |
|---|---|
| Source temp (historical) | 106°F |
| Trail access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access fee | Reported $14 — verify |
| Clothing policy | Reported clothing required |
| Pet policy | Reported no pets |
| Geothermal data reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check land status | Miracle Hot Springs — official Info page (hours, closed Sundays, policies, water chemistry 140°F source/pH 9.6, no cell/WiFi) |
Miracle Hot Springs FAQ
Is Miracle Hot Springs open right now?
Open Mon–Thu 8 AM–10 PM and Fri–Sat 8 AM–11 PM, CLOSED SUNDAYS, on US-30 between Buhl and Hagerman in the Snake River canyon — general admission to the outdoor pools from $14/person plus reservable private soaking rooms ($10+ for up to 4 adults) and VIP pools ($25+ for up to 6) with adjustable temps; all services require advance reservation and weekends sell out; water is untreated alkaline (pH 9.6) mineral water from a 140°F artesian well cooled in Salmon Falls Creek pipes; geodesic-dome glamping and massage on site. (Status verified on the operator’s site, last checked September 2026.)
Is Miracle Hot Springs free?
Miracle Hot Springs is listed with reported fees near Buhl. Fees are reported; confirm admission, parking and permit costs with the site manager.
What temperature is Miracle Hot Springs?
Miracle Hot Springs has a reported soak temperature of 106°F and a historical source temperature of 106°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Miracle Hot Springs clothing optional?
Miracle Hot Springs is listed as swimsuit-required in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Miracle Hot Springs?
Miracle Hot Springs is a private venue with paid public admission. Confirm current hours, fees and booking requirements with the operator before visiting.
Where to stay in Twin Falls
A town base for Snake River Valley soaks near Buhl and Hagerman. Private pool sessions need their own booking.
Twin Falls is about 20 mi from the spring (straight line).
We may earn a commission from bookings through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Sources & references
- Miracle Hot Springs — official Info page (hours, closed Sundays, policies, water chemistry 140°F source/pH 9.6, no cell/WiFi) — operator · 2026-09
- Miracle Hot Springs — official Soak page (general admission from $14, private pools from $10, VIP from $25, packages $135/$55, couples membership) — operator · 2026-09
- Hot Springs Guides — Miracle Hot Springs profile (Salmon Falls Creek location, Banbury closure note) — community · 2026-04
- Hot Springs Atlas — Miracle Hot Springs profile (19 private rooms, walk-in claim, alligator habitat) — community · 2026
- Banbury Hot Springs — official site (same-owner sister site, spring hours Mon–Sat 10:30am–9:30pm by reservation) — operator · 2026-09
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