Big Humboldt Thermal Pools

Humboldt Area, Nevada (Humboldt County)
🔥 108°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Big Humboldt Thermal Pools is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Humboldt County, Nevada Hot Springs near Humboldt Area. Average water soak temperature is 108°F with a geothermal source temperature of 120°F. Access is subject to admission fees, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

Live Outdoor Soaking Weather

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp108°F
Geothermal Source Temp120°F
Hiking Distance0.1 miles (easy)
Access FeePaid / Resort Fees
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyNo Pets Allowed
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementNevada BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Humboldt County, Nevada. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 39.305, -117.135 in Nevada. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Big Humboldt Thermal Pools

Is Big Humboldt Thermal Pools free?+

Big Humboldt Thermal Pools in Humboldt Area, Nevada is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Big Humboldt Thermal Pools?+

Big Humboldt Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 108°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Big Humboldt Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

Big Humboldt Thermal Pools is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Big Humboldt Thermal Pools?+

Located near Humboldt Area, Nevada, Big Humboldt Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.1-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 Big Humboldt Thermal Pools in Nevada. Source soak temperature verified at 108°F near Humboldt 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 Big Humboldt Thermal 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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