Warm Springs Hot Spring

## Overview Warm Springs Hot Spring is a free natural hot spring located in the remote high desert of Nye County, Nevada, near the small community of Warm Springs. Situated at approximately 38.19°N, 116.37°W, this geothermal feature sits along the edge of the Great Basin, a region renowned for its volcanic and tectonic activity that gives rise to numerous hot springs. The area lies along U.S. Route 6, one of the loneliest stretches of highway in the American West, making this hot spring a welcome oasis for travelers crossing central Nevada. The geothermal activity in this part of Nevada is driven by deep crustal faulting associated with the Basin and Range Province, where the Earth's crust is being stretched and thinned, allowing heated groundwater to rise to the surface. Hot springs in the Warm Springs area have historically been used by travelers, ranchers, and indigenous peoples long before modern roads crossed the landscape. ## Directions 1. The hot spring is located near the junction of U.S. Route 6 and Nevada State Route 375 (the "Extraterrestrial Highway"), in the Warm Springs area of Nye County, Nevada. 2. From Tonopah, head east on U.S. Route 6 for approximately 50 miles toward the small settlement of Warm Springs. 3. Use GPS coordinates **38.1905, -116.3697** to navigate to the precise location, as signage in this remote area may be minimal. 4. The area is extremely remote — ensure you have a full tank of gas, plenty of water, and supplies before making the drive, as services are virtually nonexistent between Tonopah and the spring. ## What to Expect Warm Springs Hot Spring is a rustic, undeveloped geothermal soaking spot in the wide-open Nevada desert. Visitors should expect a remote, off-grid experience with no facilities, restrooms, or maintained infrastructure. The surrounding landscape is classic Great Basin high desert — vast sagebrush flats framed by distant mountain ranges under enormous skies. Water temperatures at hot springs in this region can vary, so it is advisable to test the water carefully before entering, as some source pools can be dangerously hot. The flow and temperature may also shift seasonally. The area is best visited during cooler months (fall through spring), when the contrast between the warm water and crisp desert air makes for an especially enjoyable soak. Summer daytime temperatures can be extreme. Cell phone service is unreliable to nonexistent in this area, so plan accordingly. The night skies here are among the darkest in the continental United States, making a visit at dusk or after dark a memorable experience for stargazers. Please practice Leave No Trace principles — pack out all trash and respect this fragile desert environment.