Dake Hot Springs
Dake Hot Springs is a primitive thermal spring listed in Pershing County, Nevada Hot Springs near Lovelock. Reported soak temperature is 102°F with a historical source temperature of 102°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) | 102°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
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Reviewed September 2026 · Treat all details as reported — verify before visiting · How we verify our data
Detailed Description
Little-documented remote soak on the northern fringe of the Black Rock country — a crude rock-and-dirt pool around ~100-104°F. Rough unsigned roads keep it very quiet; high clearance recommended. Very remote, poorly documented; test water, no services. (Single-source record — nevadahiking.org only; county corrected to Pershing per topo boundaries; verify existence before visiting.)
Directions & Trailhead Access
Remote dirt roads north of the Black Rock fringe — confirm route locally.
Frequently Asked Questions: Dake Hot Springs
Is Dake Hot Springs free?+
Dake Hot Springs is listed as free to access in Pershing County, Nevada. Fees and rules change — verify current status with the land manager before visiting.
What temperature is Dake Hot Springs?+
Dake Hot Springs has a reported soak temperature of 102°F and a historical source temperature of 102°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Dake Hot Springs clothing optional?+
Dake Hot Springs is listed as traditionally clothing-optional in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Dake Hot Springs?+
Dake Hot Springs is a recorded location in Pershing 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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