Springs in Idaho

16 natural springs in Idaho, United States

Idaho's natural landscape is defined by dramatic contrasts, ranging from the rugged peaks of the Sawtooth and Bitterroot ranges in the central and northern regions to the sweeping high desert of the Snake River Plain in the south. This diverse terrain, with elevations spanning from roughly 700 feet to over 12,000 feet, creates a complex hydrological system. The state's geology features vast basalt flows and steep mountain valleys, which play a crucial role in filtering and directing groundwater to the surface.

The flow of natural springs in Idaho is heavily influenced by the state's seasonal climate patterns. Most precipitation arrives during the cooler months between October and March, often accumulating as deep snowpack in the high country. As temperatures rise in the spring, this melting snow recharges aquifers and fuels the emergence of springs. While many springs flow year-round, they often reach their peak vibrancy in late spring and early summer following the snowmelt runoff.

Exploring these water sources offers a unique way to connect with Idaho's wild environment, from hidden mountain seeps to accessible roadside flows. Whether you are hiking through coniferous forests or traversing the sagebrush steppe, finding a spring can be a refreshing highlight of your journey. Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

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Wagonhammer Spring

US Hwy 93, North Fork, ID 83466, US

## Overview Wagonhammer Spring is a USGS-named spring (GNIS) and longtime roadside stop on US-93 in Lemhi County, a cou...

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Horse Creek Hot Spring & Campground

Salmon-Challis National Forest, Forest Rd 304 / FR 065 area, Shoup, ID 83469, US

## Overview Horse Creek Hot Spring is a USFS Salmon-Challis National Forest site with a small bathhouse over bedrock po...

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Indian Springs Resort, American Falls, ID

3249 Indian Springs Rd, American Falls, ID 83211, US

## Overview Indian Springs Resort near American Falls, Idaho, is a private hot-springs lodging and RV property with geo...

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Lava Hot Springs Foundation Pools

430 E Main St, Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246, US

## Overview Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, is famous for the publicly operated Lava Hot Springs Foundation mineral pools on M...

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Lunchbreak Warm Springs

Torreys, ID 83227, US

## Overview Lunchbreak Warm Springs is a free, natural hot spring tucked along the banks of the Salmon River in Custer...

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Lidy Hot Springs (private / closed to public)

Lidy Hot Springs area, Clark County near Dubois, ID 83423, US

## Overview Lidy Hot Springs is a historic geothermal site in Clark County, Idaho. IdahoHotSprings.com states the sprin...

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Maple Grove Hot Springs

11386 Oneida Narrows Rd, Thatcher, ID 83283, US

## Overview Maple Grove Hot Springs is a private off-grid retreat on the Bear River / Oneida Narrows with multiple mine...

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Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa, Lava Hot Springs, ID

255 E Portneuf St, Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246, US

## Overview Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa is an adults-only historic boutique hotel with onsite mineral soaking in do...

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Bear River Hot Springs (formerly Riverdale Resort)

3696 N 1600 E, Preston, ID 83263, US

## Overview Bear River Hot Springs—formerly Riverdale Resort—is a private family mineral-springs destination about five...

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Elmer's Fountain, Mullan, ID

I-90 eastbound Gold Creek / Exit 66 pull-off, Mullan, ID 83846, US

## Overview Elmer's Fountain is a well-known Silver Valley roadside folk-art fountain stop on I-90 eastbound near Mulla...

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Outside of Kamiah, Idaho

Kamiah, ID 83536, US

## Overview This public drinking spring is located in the hills outside of Kamiah, Idaho, in Idaho County along the Cle...

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Wagonhammer Springs, North Fork, ID 83466

1854, US Hwy 93, North Fork, ID 83466, US

## Overview Wagonhammer Springs is a roadside public drinking spring located along US Highway 93, approximately 1.77 mi...

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Unknown, Cascade, Idaho

Donnelly, ID 83615, US

## Overview This roadside public drinking spring is located along Warm Lake Road (National Forest Road 22) in the mount...

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Big Springs (Island Park / Henry's Fork Headwaters)

Big Springs Loop Rd, Island Park / Macks Inn area, ID 83433, US

## Overview Big Springs is a major Caribou-Targhee National Forest landmark in Island Park, Idaho: one of the largest s...

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Howard Springs Picnic Site

US Hwy 20 near Targhee Pass, Island Park / West Yellowstone corridor, ID, US

## Overview Howard Springs Picnic Site is a Caribou-Targhee National Forest wayside on US-20 near Targhee Pass between...

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Elmer's Fountain (Gold Creek)

I-90 Exit 66 (Gold Creek), eastbound, Mullan, ID 83846, US

## Overview Elmer''s Fountain is a privately maintained roadside folk-art fountain complex east of Mullan, Idaho, built...

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