Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools

Humboldt Area, Nevada (Humboldt County)
🔥 103°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Humboldt County, Nevada Hot Springs near Humboldt Area. Average water soak temperature is 103°F with a geothermal source temperature of 115°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is swimsuit required. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

Live Outdoor Soaking Weather

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp103°F
Geothermal Source Temp115°F
Hiking Distance0.4 miles (moderate)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Required
Pet PolicyDog Friendly (Leashed)
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 37.88, -118.41 in Nevada. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools

Is Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools free?+

Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools in Humboldt Area, Nevada is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools?+

Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 103°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

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

Located near Humboldt Area, Nevada, Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.4-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 Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools in Nevada. Source soak temperature verified at 103°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 Upper Humboldt Thermal Pools: Leashed pets permitted in surrounding trail areas. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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