Natural Hot Springs Near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness, ID

Explore scenic Salmon River rock pools and Sawtooth National Recreation Area thermal springs within 45 miles of Stanley, Idaho. All 22 springs below are sorted by straight-line distance from Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness center with reported soak temperatures, access notes, and GPS coordinates.

Waterfall pouring into the soaking pool at Goldbug Hot Springs, Idaho
Goldbug Hot Springs in the Salmon-Challis backcountry — photo: BLMIdaho, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
22 springs within 45 miClosest: 3.2 mi15 listed free

Map — Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness area

22 springs near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness (by distance)

Boat Box Hot Spring

Stanley, Idaho
110°Freported3.2 mi
Safety warning — read access notes

Sunbeam Hot Springs

Stanley, Idaho
105°Freported9.9 mi
Safety warning — read access notes

Sacajawea Hot Springs

Lowman, Idaho
115°Freported12.6 mi
Safety warning — read access notes

Bonneville Hot Springs

Lowman, Idaho
104°Freported19.3 mi
Safety warning — read access notes

Greylock Hot Springs

Atlanta, Idaho
103°Freported29 mi

Atlanta Hot Springs

Atlanta, Idaho
104°Freported29.2 mi
Chattanooga Hot Spring, Idaho

Chattanooga Hot Spring

Atlanta, Idaho
103°Freported29.2 mi
Safety warning — read access notesSeasonal — check dates before traveling

Upper Loon Creek Hot Springs

Challis, Idaho
104°Freported31.1 mi
Safety warning — read access notes

Owen Cabin Hot Spring

Challis, Idaho
temp N/R31.6 mi
Safety warning — read access notes
Kirkham Hot Springs, Idaho

Kirkham Hot Springs

Lowman, Idaho
104°Freported31.7 mi

Shower Bath Hot Springs

Challis, Idaho
106°Freported32.7 mi
Safety warning — read access notesSeasonal — check dates before traveling
Sunflower Hot Springs, Idaho

Sunflower Hot Springs

Challis (Middle Fork corridor), Idaho
104°Freported35.6 mi
Reservation or permission required

Easley Hot Springs

Ketchum, Idaho
100°Freported36.1 mi
Seasonal — check dates before traveling

Pine Flats Hot Springs

Lowman, Idaho
102°Freported38.5 mi

Cox Hot Springs (Whitey Cox)

remote — Salmon River corridor, Idaho
temp N/R39.4 mi
Reservation or permission requiredSafety warning — read access notesWater-quality advisory — read before soaking

Loon Creek Hot Spring

Challis, Idaho
104°Freported40.8 mi
Reservation or permission requiredSafety warning — read access notes

Trinity Hot Springs

Featherville, Idaho
108°Freported42.6 mi
Reservation or permission required

Baumgartner Hot Springs

Featherville, Idaho
101°Freported42.7 mi
Seasonal — check dates before traveling

Challis Hot Springs

Challis, Idaho
100°Freported43.2 mi

Hospital Hot Spring (Hospital Bar)

remote — Middle Fork corridor, Idaho
105°Freported43.5 mi
Reservation or permission required
Vulcan Hot Springs, Idaho

Vulcan Hot Springs

Cascade, Idaho
104°Freported44.7 mi

Ninemeyer Hot Springs

Idaho City, Idaho
temp N/R44.9 mi
Safety warning — read access notes

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Hot springs near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness — FAQ

What is the closest natural hot spring to Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness?

The closest cataloged thermal spring to Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness is Boat Box Hot Spring, located approximately 3.2 miles away with a reported soak temperature of 110°F.

How many natural hot springs are located near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness?

There are 22 cataloged geothermal springs and mineral tubs within a 45-mile radius of Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness, Idaho. 15 are listed as free in directory records — verify current access before visiting.

Can I visit hot springs near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness in the winter?

Yes, many hot springs near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness are accessible year-round. However, winter visits often require high-clearance 4WD vehicles, snow tires, or short snowshoe hikes due to seasonal road conditions in surrounding mountain passes.

What should I pack for a day trip to hot springs near Stanley & Sawtooth Wilderness?

Pack at least 2 liters of drinking water per person, slip-resistant water footwear, a microfiber towel, warm change of clothing, headlamp for evening soaking, and a trash bag for Leave No Trace pack-out.