Soldier Meadows Hot Springs
Soldier Meadows Hot Springs is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Humboldt County, Nevada Hot Springs near Gerlach. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 108°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. 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
| Average Soak Temp | 102°F |
| Geothermal Source Temp | 108°F |
| Trail Access | Dispersed Public Land / Roadside (GPS Coords) |
| Access Fee | 100% Free Public Access |
| Clothing Policy | Clothing Optional |
| Pet Policy | Dog Friendly (Leashed) |
| Geothermal Data Citation | USGS Geothermal Data Portal |
| Public Land Management | Nevada BLM Public Land Office |
Detailed Description
Remote warm geothermal stream pools on public BLM land on the edge of the Black Rock Desert.
Directions & Trailhead Access
60 miles north of Gerlach via Soldier Meadows Road (high-clearance 4WD required).
Frequently Asked Questions: Soldier Meadows Hot Springs
Is Soldier Meadows Hot Springs free?+
Soldier Meadows Hot Springs in Gerlach, Nevada is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.
What temperature is Soldier Meadows Hot Springs?+
Soldier Meadows Hot Springs maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.
Is Soldier Meadows Hot Springs clothing optional?+
Soldier Meadows Hot Springs is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.
How far is the hike to Soldier Meadows Hot Springs?+
Located near Gerlach, Nevada, Soldier Meadows Hot Springs is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.1-mile trail walk.
Where to Stay Near Soldier Meadows Hot Springs
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Gerlach Bruno’s Country Club & Motel
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Community Soaker Reports
Verified Traveler ReviewsSoldier Meadows Hot Springs is catalogued in the USGS Geothermal Resources Survey (Circular 790) as a geothermal resource in Humboldt County, Nevada. Measured source temperature: 108°F. Average soaking pool temperature: 102°F. Land type: Dispersed Public Land (BLM / USFS). No entrance fee.
Source: USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790 · Data verified July 2025
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