Natural hot spring · Nevada

Bole Spring

Nye County, Nevada · 19 miles northwest of Pahrump, NV

Last updated

Type
Natural Natural hot spring
Water temperature
72°F (22°C) at the source
Cost
Not recorded
Hours or season
Not recorded
Clothing
Not recorded
Nearest town
Pahrump, NV (19 mi / 31 km)
Coordinates
Pools or sources
1
Safety notes

    About Bole Spring

    Bole Spring is a natural hot spring in Nye County, Nevada, about 19 miles northwest of Pahrump, NV.

    The temperature at the source has been recorded at 72°F (22°C). That puts it in the "cool to lukewarm" range. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.

    It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.

    Water temperature

    72°F22°C temperature at the source
    60°F98°F104°F140°F180°F

    Cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.

    Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.

    Water chemistry

    potassium9.8 mg/l

    Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 1977. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.

    Map and directions

    Red marks Bole Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 36.36300, -116.27100.

    Location of Bole Spring in Nevada

    Getting there

    • Nearest town: Pahrump, NV. The spring is about 19 miles (31 km) northwest of town in a straight line.
    • Nearest large city: Pahrump, NV, about 19 miles (31 km) in a straight line.
    • Planning from a city? See hot springs near Las Vegas, NV.
    • Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.

    Weather forecast

    Live forecast for this exact spot from the US National Weather Service.

    Hot springs near Bole Spring

    Before you go

    • Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
    • Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
    • Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
    • Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
    • Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    How hot is Bole Spring?

    The temperature at the source has been recorded at 72°F (22°C), which is cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.

    Where is Bole Spring?

    Bole Spring is in Nye County, Nevada, about 19 miles northwest of Pahrump, NV. The GPS coordinates are 36.3630, -116.2710.

    Can you soak at Bole Spring?

    Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.

    What hot springs are near Bole Spring?

    The closest listed spring is Big (ash Meadows) Spring, about under 1 mile north. Point of Rocks Springs, King Spring is about 2.7 miles away.

    What should I bring to a hot spring?

    Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.

    Sources and corrections

    This listing combines the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2

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