Frost Mine Spring
Frost Mine Spring flows at 70 degrees Fahrenheit on BLM public lands in Mohave County near Kingman at 4,270 feet elevation, emerging only 9 degrees warmer than ambient air in a high-elevation desert environment substantially cooler than Arizona's low-desert thermal features.
Located in the Hualapai Mountains region, the spring occupies terrain where pinyon pine and juniper woodlands replace typical Sonoran Desert vegetation, with 10.6 inches of annual precipitation including over 8 inches of winter snow. The setting reflects transition zone ecology between high desert and low forest environments.
Named for nearby historical mining operations on BLM lands within the Kingman Field Office management area, Frost Mine Spring represents one of Arizona's coolest thermal features. The spring's modest temperature elevation reflects the region's moderate geothermal gradient in this portion of the state.
Roadside access via Frost Mine Road provides vehicle access to this open-to-public BLM feature near Kingman. The modest 70-degree temperature permits extended soaking without overheating concerns; visit during any season, though winter snows may temporarily limit road access to this higher-elevation location.
Is Frost Mine Spring worth visiting?
Best for
- Easy day trips
- Overnight camping trips
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