Natural hot spring · Nevada
Thompson Ranch Spring
Eureka County, Nevada · 58 miles south of Carlin, NV
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 68°F (20°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Carlin, NV (58 mi / 93 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Thompson Ranch Spring
Thompson Ranch Spring is a natural hot spring in Eureka County, Nevada, about 58 miles south of Carlin, NV. The nearest large city is Tooele, UT, roughly 193 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 68°F (20°C). That puts it in the "cool to lukewarm" range. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
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
Cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
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
| pH | 6.8 |
|---|---|
| sulfate | 53 mg/l |
| chloride | 6.9 mg/l |
| sodium | 21 mg/l |
| calcium | 69 mg/l |
| magnesium | 22 mg/l |
| potassium | 4.6 mg/l |
| silica | 21 mg/l |
| iron | 0.4 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 Thompson Ranch Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 39.90100, -115.86800.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Carlin, NV. The spring is about 58 miles (93 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Tooele, UT, about 193 miles (311 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 Thompson Ranch Spring
- Siri Ranch Spring 95°F
- Shipley Hot Spring 106°F
- Bartine Hot Springs 108°F
- Walti Hot Springs 162°F
- Little Hot Springs Not recorded
- Klobe (bartholomae) Hot Spring 156°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 Thompson Ranch Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 68°F (20°C), which is cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
Where is Thompson Ranch Spring?
Thompson Ranch Spring is in Eureka County, Nevada, about 58 miles south of Carlin, NV. The GPS coordinates are 39.9010, -115.8680.
Can you soak at Thompson 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 Thompson Ranch Spring?
The closest listed spring is Siri Ranch Spring, about 11 miles northwest. Shipley Hot 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. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
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