Natural hot spring · Nevada
Hot Creek Ranch Spring
Nye County, Nevada · 49 miles northwest of Pioche, NV
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 90°F (32°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Pioche, NV (49 mi / 79 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Hot Creek Ranch Spring
Hot Creek Ranch Spring is a natural hot spring in Nye County, Nevada, about 49 miles northwest of Pioche, NV. The nearest large city is Saint George, UT, roughly 123 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 90°F (32°C). That puts it in the "warm" range. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
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
Warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
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
| potassium | 5.1 mg/l |
|---|
Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 1981. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.
Map and directions
Red marks Hot Creek Ranch Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 38.38300, -115.15300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Pioche, NV. The spring is about 49 miles (79 km) northwest of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Saint George, UT, about 123 miles (198 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Saint George, UT.
- 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 Hot Creek Ranch Spring
- Moon River Spring 91°F
- Moorman Spring 100°F
- Geyser Ranch Springs 70°F
- Chimney Warm Spring 160°F
- Storm Spring 99°F
- Coyote Hole Spring 113°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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Hot Creek Ranch Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 90°F (32°C), which is warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Where is Hot Creek Ranch Spring?
Hot Creek Ranch Spring is in Nye County, Nevada, about 49 miles northwest of Pioche, NV. The GPS coordinates are 38.3830, -115.1530.
Can you soak at Hot Creek Ranch 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 Hot Creek Ranch Spring?
The closest listed spring is Moon River Spring, about 2.6 miles southwest. Moorman Spring is about 15 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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