Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town)
Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) is a primitive thermal spring listed in Esmeralda County, Nevada Hot Springs near Goldfield. Reported soak temperature is 102°F with a historical source temperature of 140°F — actual conditions may differ. Access is listed as free, and clothing policy is listed as clothing-optional — always confirm before visiting. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Seasonal Soaking & Best Time to Visit
Desert thermal zones experience high summer ambient heat. The cooler months from late autumn to early spring offer the most refreshing ambient conditions for open-air soaking.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Reported Soak Temp | 102°F |
| Source Temp (Historical) | 140°F |
| Trail Access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access Fee | Reported Free — Verify Locally |
| Clothing Policy | Reported Clothing-Optional |
| Pet Policy | Reported No Pets |
| Geothermal Data Reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check Land Status | Nevada Land Manager (BLM) |
Verification & Sources
Compiled from public directory records and community reports — no named source is on file for this listing. Treat details as reported and verify before visiting.
Reviewed September 2026 · Treat all details as reported — verify before visiting · How we verify our data
Detailed Description
Hot spring at the Alkali ghost town site west of Goldfield — site of the 1930s Guisti spa resort; ruins remain with concrete pool shells, two pools of varying temperatures and a makeshift tub. Source ~140°F at the old adit — pools cool downstream; test before entering. Popular local soak. NOTE: in Nevada, not California. 140°F source scalds in seconds — test pools. Remote; debris/nails around ruins.
Directions & Trailhead Access
From US-95 ~5 mi north of Goldfield, signed unpaved Alkali Road west ~9 mi to the ghost town. 2WD passable when dry.
Frequently Asked Questions: Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town)
Is Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) free?+
Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) is listed as free to access in Esmeralda County, Nevada. Fees and rules change — verify current status with the land manager before visiting.
What temperature is Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town)?+
Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) has a reported soak temperature of 102°F and a historical source temperature of 140°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) clothing optional?+
Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) is listed as traditionally clothing-optional in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town)?+
Alkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) is a recorded location in Esmeralda County. Exact access, parking, and land status are not verified — check with the local land manager (BLM/USFS/NPS) before visiting.
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Community Soaker Reports
Visitor-submitted reports — not independently verifiedAlkali Hot Springs (Alkali ghost town) is a documented geothermal feature in Esmeralda County, Nevada, compiled from public directory records and community reports. Reported source temperature: 140°F. Reported soak temperature: 102°F. Visitor details — fees, access status, clothing and pet policies — are community-reported. Always confirm current conditions with the land manager before visiting.
Reference: NOAA Thermal Springs List for the United States (1980 archive) · Historical inventory data — not current conditions
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