Belmont Hot Springs

## Overview Belmont Hot Springs is a natural geothermal spring located in northwestern Utah, near the northern shore of the Great Salt Lake in Box Elder County. Situated at approximately 41.855°N, 112.158°W, this hot spring lies within the Basin and Range geological province — a region well known for its extensive geothermal activity driven by deep crustal faulting and thinning. The area around the northern Great Salt Lake basin hosts several thermal features, and Belmont Hot Springs is one of the lesser-documented among them, making it an intriguing destination for hot spring enthusiasts and geothermal explorers. The spring sits in a remote, arid landscape characteristic of the high desert terrain of northern Utah. Geothermal springs in this part of the state typically emerge along fault lines where groundwater circulates deep enough to be heated by the earth's interior before rising back to the surface. While specific temperature and mineral composition data for Belmont Hot Springs are not widely published, hot springs in the surrounding region commonly feature elevated levels of dissolved minerals such as sodium, chloride, and sulfate, and water temperatures that can range from warm to scalding depending on the source. Historically, hot springs throughout northern Utah have been used by indigenous peoples for centuries and later by settlers and ranchers who valued the warm water for bathing and livestock. Whether Belmont Hot Springs has a specific recorded history of such use is not well documented in publicly available sources, but its location in a region with deep human and geological history suggests it has likely been known and visited for a long time. ## Directions 1. From Tremonton, Utah, head west on UT-102 (toward the area north of the Great Salt Lake). 2. Continue into the rural lowlands of Box Elder County, following roads that trend southwest toward the lake's northern margins. 3. The spring is located at GPS coordinates **41.8551, -112.1582**. Use these coordinates in a GPS device or mapping app for precise navigation, as the final approach may involve unpaved roads or unmarked tracks. 4. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended, as roads in this part of Box Elder County can be rough, especially after rain. *Note: Road conditions and access may vary seasonally. It is advisable to check local conditions before making the trip.* ## What to Expect Visitors to Belmont Hot Springs should be prepared for a remote, undeveloped geothermal site in the high desert of northern Utah. The surrounding landscape is open, flat, and sparsely vegetated — typical of the Great Basin. There are no facilities, signage, or maintained trails at this location. The spring area may feature one or more thermal pools or seeps. Water temperatures at undeveloped hot springs in this region can vary significantly, so exercise caution when approaching or entering the water. The ground near geothermal features can be unstable or unexpectedly hot. Because of its remote location, visitors should bring adequate water, supplies, and sun protection. Cell service may be limited or nonexistent. The area is best visited during cooler months (fall through spring), as summer temperatures in the Utah desert can be extreme. Winter visits offer the added appeal of soaking in warm water against a cold-air backdrop, though road access may be more challenging. This is a true off-the-beaten-path destination — ideal for those who enjoy exploring lesser-known geothermal features in their natural, unaltered state.