Spring
An unnamed 79-degree spring emerges on BLM land in Nye County near Pahrump at 3,180 feet elevation. The spring sits 152.5 meters from Veterans Memorial Highway. Recent USGS measurements show 13°C, appearing inconsistent with the reported 79-degree Fahrenheit temperature. Las Vegas Field Office manages this public land.
The spring occupies the southern Nevada desert where extreme heat and aridity define the environment. Average annual temperature reaches 66.2 degrees with just 9 inches of precipitation and minimal 7.5 inches of snow. The low elevation places the site in Mojave Desert vegetation zones with creosote bush and desert scrub. Mahogany Grove Campground sits 28.1 kilometers away in the Spring Mountains at significantly higher elevation.
The lack of a specific name indicates this spring was cataloged in the 1980 NOAA inventory as a minor thermal feature. The location near Pahrump places it in an area of significant growth and development. Temperature discrepancies in the data suggest measurement inconsistencies or seasonal variation.
The short walk from Veterans Memorial Highway crosses open desert terrain. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 110 degrees, making visits dangerous during midday. Spring and fall provide the only comfortable visiting windows. The conflicting temperature data suggests on-site verification before planning any bathing activities. Mahogany Grove Campground in the Spring Mountains offers a cooler base for exploring southern Nevada.
Is Spring worth visiting?
Best for
- Overnight camping trips
Overview Mahogany Grove Campground is set in the beautiful Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 40 miles from downtown Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and scenic driving in this forested desert oasis.Recreation The North Loop-Mt. Charleston National Recreation Trail begins less than a mile away. Robber's Roost Trailhead is nearby as well. The Spring Mountains Visitor Center is a short drive from the campground, offering guided hikes and educational programs.Facil...