Developed hot spring pool · Nevada
Carson Hot Springs
Carson City County, Nevada · 2.2 miles north of Carson City, NV
Also searched as:Carson Valley Hot Springs
Last updated
- Type
- Developed Developed hot spring pool
- Water temperature
- 120°F (49°C) at the source
- Cost
- Paid entry (check current price)
- Hours or season
- Mo-Su 08:00-21:00
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Carson City, NV (2 mi / 4 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
- Very hot: above comfortable soaking temperature for most people. Enter slowly.
About Carson Hot Springs
Carson Hot Springs is a developed hot spring pool in Carson City County, Nevada, about 2.2 miles north of Carson City, NV.
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 120°F (49°C). That puts it in the "too hot to enter at the source" range. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
This is a developed site with built pools, tubs or a bathhouse, so there is usually an entry fee, set opening hours and basic facilities.
Water temperature
Too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, OpenStreetMap mappers, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Water chemistry
| pH | 9.3 |
|---|---|
| sulfate | 96 mg/l |
| chloride | 29 mg/l |
| bicarbonate | 36 mg/l |
| calcium | 2.6 mg/l |
| magnesium | 0.4 mg/l |
Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 1950. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.
Map and directions
Red marks Carson Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 39.19338, -119.75196.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Carson City, NV. The spring is about 2.2 miles (4 km) north of town in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Reno, 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 Carson Hot Springs
- Nevada State Prison Spring 75°F
- Saratoga Hot Spring 122°F
- Hobo Hot Springs 115°F
- Walleys Hot Springs 160°F
- Moana Springs 199°F
- Lawton Hot Springs 120°F
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.
- 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 Carson Hot Springs?
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 120°F (49°C), which is too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
Where is Carson Hot Springs?
Carson Hot Springs is in Carson City County, Nevada, about 2.2 miles north of Carson City, NV. The GPS coordinates are 39.1934, -119.7520.
Is Carson Hot Springs free?
No. It is recorded as a paid site. Check the operator's website for current prices and booking rules.
What hot springs are near Carson Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is Nevada State Prison Spring, about 2.5 miles south. Saratoga Hot Spring is about 9.4 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, OpenStreetMap. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
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