Natural hot spring · Nevada
Shipley Hot Spring
Eureka County, Nevada · 53 miles south of Carlin, NV
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 106°F (41°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Carlin, NV (53 mi / 86 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 2
About Shipley Hot Spring
Shipley Hot Spring is a natural hot spring in Eureka County, Nevada, about 53 miles south of Carlin, NV. The nearest large city is Sparks, NV, roughly 198 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 106°F (41°C). That puts it in the "very hot" range. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
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.
The site has 2 mapped pools or sources within about 500 meters of each other, including Shipley Hot Spting.
Water temperature
Very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
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
| potassium | 6.4 mg/l |
|---|
Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 2003. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.
Map and directions
Red marks Shipley Hot Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 39.94300, -116.07300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Carlin, NV. The spring is about 53 miles (86 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Sparks, NV, about 198 miles (319 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 Shipley Hot Spring
- Siri Ranch Spring 95°F
- Thompson Ranch Spring 68°F
- Walti Hot Springs 162°F
- Bartine Hot Springs 108°F
- Little Hot Springs Not recorded
- 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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Shipley Hot Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 106°F (41°C), which is very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
Where is Shipley Hot Spring?
Shipley Hot Spring is in Eureka County, Nevada, about 53 miles south of Carlin, NV. The GPS coordinates are 39.9430, -116.0730.
Can you soak at Shipley Hot 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 Shipley Hot Spring?
The closest listed spring is Siri Ranch Spring, about 3.5 miles northeast. Thompson Ranch Spring is about 11 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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