Natural hot spring · Nevada
Ellison Ranch Warm Spring
Elko County, Nevada · 3.3 miles southwest of Carlin, 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
- Carlin, NV (3 mi / 5 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Ellison Ranch Warm Spring
Ellison Ranch Warm Spring is a natural hot spring in Elko County, Nevada, about 3.3 miles southwest of Carlin, NV. The nearest large city is Twin Falls, ID, roughly 156 miles away as the crow flies.
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
Cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, USGS water quality samples, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Water chemistry
| chloride | 17 mg/l |
|---|---|
| sodium | 27 mg/l |
| calcium | 43 mg/l |
| magnesium | 8.8 mg/l |
| silica | 67 mg/l |
| iron | 0.5 mg/l |
Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 1990. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.
Map and directions
Red marks Ellison Ranch Warm Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 40.68400, -116.15300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Carlin, NV. The spring is about 3.3 miles (5 km) southwest of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Twin Falls, ID, about 156 miles (251 km) in a straight line.
- 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 Ellison Ranch Warm Spring
- Hot Springs (carlin) 174°F
- Raine Ranch Springs Not recorded
- Elko Hot Spring 190°F
- Hot Hole 133°F
- Beowawe Hot Springs (the Geysers) 208°F
- Crescent Valley Hot Springs 138°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.
- 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 Ellison Ranch Warm 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 Ellison Ranch Warm Spring?
Ellison Ranch Warm Spring is in Elko County, Nevada, about 3.3 miles southwest of Carlin, NV. The GPS coordinates are 40.6840, -116.1530.
Can you soak at Ellison Ranch Warm 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 Ellison Ranch Warm Spring?
The closest listed spring is Hot Springs (carlin), about 1.5 miles northeast. Raine Ranch Springs is about 6.4 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, the USGS/EPA Water Quality Portal. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
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