Natural hot spring · Nevada
Soldier Meadows Hot Spring
Humboldt County, Nevada · 69 miles east of Alturas, CA
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 96°F (35°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Alturas, CA (69 mi / 111 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Soldier Meadows Hot Spring
Soldier Meadows Hot Spring is a natural hot spring in Humboldt County, Nevada, about 69 miles east of Alturas, CA. The nearest large city is Sparks, NV, roughly 129 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 96°F (35°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 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.
Water chemistry
| pH | 9 |
|---|---|
| sulfate | 39 mg/l |
| chloride | 18 mg/l |
| sodium | 73 mg/l |
| calcium | 3.2 mg/l |
| magnesium | -0.01 mg/l |
| potassium | 1.1 mg/l |
| silica | 62 mg/l |
| iron | 0.01 mg/l |
Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 1980. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.
Map and directions
Red marks Soldier Meadows Hot Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 41.36363, -119.21742.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Alturas, CA. The spring is about 69 miles (111 km) east of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Sparks, NV, about 129 miles (208 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 Soldier Meadows Hot Spring
- Pinto Hot Springs 199°F
- Caine Spring 73°F
- Double Hot Springs 178°F
- Casey Springs 205°F
- Black Rock Hot Spring 136°F
- Devil's Faucet Hot Spring Not recorded
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 Soldier Meadows Hot Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 96°F (35°C), which is warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Where is Soldier Meadows Hot Spring?
Soldier Meadows Hot Spring is in Humboldt County, Nevada, about 69 miles east of Alturas, CA. The GPS coordinates are 41.3636, -119.2174.
Can you soak at Soldier Meadows 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 Soldier Meadows Hot Spring?
The closest listed spring is Pinto Hot Springs, about 22 miles east. Caine Spring is about 24 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, OpenStreetMap, the USGS/EPA Water Quality Portal. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
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