Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River)
Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) is a primitive thermal spring listed in Lyon County, Nevada Hot Springs near Hawthorne. Reported soak temperature is 110°F with a historical source temperature of 112°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 | 110°F |
| Source Temp (Historical) | 112°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
A developed, tended soaking tub (~110°F) on a bench above the East Walker River in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Lyon County, NEVADA (mislabeled 'ca-' — it's ~1 mile inside Nevada). The famous 'East Walker River Hot Springs' soak near old mining ruins and an abandoned school bus. Extremely remote — final descent into the canyon is a very steep washed-out 4WD road. Extremely remote — 4WD-only or hike-in; washed-out roads; no services; flash-flood risk.
Directions & Trailhead Access
From Hawthorne NV: SR-359 south, Lucky Boy Pass Rd, East Walker Rd to the canyon rim — the final descent is 4WD-only (post-flood washout); most parties park at the rim and hike down, then ~0.4 mi upriver to the spring.
Frequently Asked Questions: Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River)
Is Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) free?+
Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) is listed as free to access in Lyon County, Nevada. Fees and rules change — verify current status with the land manager before visiting.
What temperature is Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River)?+
Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) has a reported soak temperature of 110°F and a historical source temperature of 112°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) clothing optional?+
Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) is listed as traditionally clothing-optional in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River)?+
Walker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) is a recorded location in Lyon 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 verifiedWalker River Hot Springs (East Walker River) is a documented geothermal feature in Lyon County, Nevada, compiled from public directory records and community reports. Reported source temperature: 112°F. Reported soak temperature: 110°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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