Natural hot spring · Nevada
Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs
Nye County, Nevada · 55 miles northeast of Tonopah, NV
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 102°F (39°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Tonopah, NV (55 mi / 88 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
- Historical record only: this spring has not been confirmed on the ground since 1981 and may be on private land.
About Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs
Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs is a natural hot spring in Nye County, Nevada, about 55 miles northeast of Tonopah, NV. The nearest large city is Pahrump, NV, roughly 162 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 102°F (39°C). That puts it in the "classic hot-tub range" range. The range most soakers aim for. 104°F is the upper limit the US Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends for hot tubs.
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.
This spring comes from the US federal Thermal Springs List compiled in 1981. Nobody has confirmed it on the ground for this directory since, so treat the details as historical. Many springs on that list sit on private ranch land, so never visit without permission.
Water temperature
Classic hot-tub range. The range most soakers aim for. 104°F is the upper limit the US Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends for hot tubs.
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.
Map and directions
Red marks Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 38.53100, -116.40500.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Tonopah, NV. The spring is about 55 miles (88 km) northeast of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Pahrump, NV, about 162 miles (261 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 Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs
- Upper Warm Spring 95°F
- Upper Warm Spring, Warm Spring 106°F
- South Mosquito Creek Ranch Springs 95°F
- Saulsbury Warm Spring 86°F
- Coyote Hole Spring 113°F
- Storm Spring 99°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 Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 102°F (39°C), which is classic hot-tub range. The range most soakers aim for. 104°F is the upper limit the US Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends for hot tubs.
Where is Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs?
Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs is in Nye County, Nevada, about 55 miles northeast of Tonopah, NV. The GPS coordinates are 38.5310, -116.4050.
Can you soak at Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs?
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 Old Dugan Ranch Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is Upper Warm Spring, about 3.2 miles west. Upper Warm Spring, Warm Spring is about 12 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 NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1
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