Natural hot spring · Idaho
Silver Crrek Plunge Pool
Valley County, Idaho · 43 miles south of McCall, ID
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 100°F (38°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- McCall, ID (43 mi / 69 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Silver Crrek Plunge Pool
Silver Crrek Plunge Pool is a natural hot spring in Valley County, Idaho, about 43 miles south of McCall, ID. The nearest large city is Boise, ID, roughly 53 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 100°F (38°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.
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 OpenStreetMap mappers, 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.
Map and directions
Red marks Silver Crrek Plunge Pool. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 44.32942, -115.80284.
Getting there
- Nearest town: McCall, ID. The spring is about 43 miles (69 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Boise, ID, about 53 miles (85 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Boise, ID.
- 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 Silver Crrek Plunge Pool
- Dash Creek Hot Springs 138°F
- Ground Hog Hot Springs 100°F
- Rocky Canyon Hot Springs 120°F
- Cabarton Hot Spring 160°F
- Belvidere Hot Spring 111°F
- Warm Springs Creek Hot Springs 167°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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Silver Crrek Plunge Pool?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 100°F (38°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 Silver Crrek Plunge Pool?
Silver Crrek Plunge Pool is in Valley County, Idaho, about 43 miles south of McCall, ID. The GPS coordinates are 44.3294, -115.8028.
Can you soak at Silver Crrek Plunge Pool?
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 Silver Crrek Plunge Pool?
The closest listed spring is Dash Creek Hot Springs, about 4.1 miles northwest. Ground Hog Hot Springs is about 4.6 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 OpenStreetMap, the USGS/EPA Water Quality Portal. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
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