Natural hot spring · Nevada
Walleys Hot Springs
Douglas County, Nevada · 4 miles east of Kingsbury, NV
Also searched as:David Walleys Hot Springs Day Pass · Walleys Hot Spring · Walleys Hot Springs Day Pass · Walleys Hot Springs Resort
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 160°F (71°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Kingsbury, NV (4 mi / 6 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
- Scalding: recorded at 50°C or above. Water at this temperature causes burns in seconds.
About Walleys Hot Springs
Editor's note. Walley's Hot Springs Resort near Genoa, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, has a long history going back to the 1860s. Today it is a resort with several outdoor mineral pools.
Walleys Hot Springs is a natural hot spring in Douglas County, Nevada, about 4 miles east of Kingsbury, NV. The nearest large city is Carson City, NV, roughly 13 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 160°F (71°C). That puts it in the "too hot to enter at the source" range. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
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
Too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
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 Walleys Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 38.98100, -119.83300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Kingsbury, NV. The spring is about 4 miles (6 km) east of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Carson City, NV, about 13 miles (21 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Reno, NV.
- 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 Walleys Hot Springs
- Hobo Hot Springs 115°F
- Saratoga Hot Spring 122°F
- Nevada State Prison Spring 75°F
- Carson Hot Springs 120°F
- East Fork Carson River Hot Springs 149°F
- Grovers Hot Springs 147°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 Walleys Hot Springs?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 160°F (71°C), which is too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
Where is Walleys Hot Springs?
Walleys Hot Springs is in Douglas County, Nevada, about 4 miles east of Kingsbury, NV. The GPS coordinates are 38.9810, -119.8330.
How much does Walleys Hot Springs cost?
Not recorded. Prices and booking rules change, so confirm with the operator or land manager before you travel.
Can you soak at Walleys Hot Springs?
The source is too hot to enter safely. 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 Walleys Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is Hobo Hot Springs, about 5.5 miles north. Saratoga Hot Spring is about 7.2 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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