Warm Churchill Springs Basin

Churchill Area, Nevada (Churchill)
🔥 96°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Warm Churchill Springs Basin is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Churchill, Nevada Hot Springs near Churchill Area. Average water soak temperature is 96°F with a geothermal source temperature of 108°F. Access is subject to admission fees, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp96°F
Geothermal Source Temp108°F
Hiking Distance1.9 miles (easy)
Access FeePaid / Resort Fees
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
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 Churchill, Nevada. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 38.075, -118.275 in Nevada. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Warm Churchill Springs Basin

Is Warm Churchill Springs Basin free?+

Warm Churchill Springs Basin in Churchill Area, Nevada is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Warm Churchill Springs Basin?+

Warm Churchill Springs Basin maintains an average soaking water temperature of 96°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Warm Churchill Springs Basin clothing optional?+

Warm Churchill Springs Basin is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Warm Churchill Springs Basin?+

Located near Churchill Area, Nevada, Warm Churchill Springs Basin is accessed via local road access followed by a 1.9-mile trail walk.

Where to Stay Near Warm Churchill Springs Basin

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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 Warm Churchill Springs Basin in Nevada. Source soak temperature verified at 96°F near Churchill 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 Warm Churchill Springs Basin: 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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