Spring
This 90-degree spring on BLM public land near Pahrump flows 20.6 degrees above the 69.4°F ambient temperature at 2,200 feet elevation. Open access requires a quarter-mile walk of 429 meters from the nearest road through Mojave Desert terrain managed by the Pahrump Field Office. The spring provides warm soaking temperatures year-round.
Located in Nye County's southern desert lowlands, the spring emerges from terrain receiving just 3.4 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow. The harsh environment features average air temperatures near 70°F, making this one of Nevada's warmest spring settings. Creosote bush, brittlebush, and desert scrub dominate vegetation. Mountains visible in multiple directions frame the broad valley floor where groundwater circulation through deep faults produces thermal discharge.
Documentation for this unnamed thermal feature remains sparse. The generic "SPRING" designation indicates no recorded naming tradition from Indigenous peoples, settlers, or later inhabitants. The site falls within traditional Southern Paiute territories where desert springs held critical importance for survival, though specific histories are not preserved in available records.
Access is straightforward but requires desert preparedness for the 429-meter walk across open terrain. Bring sturdy footwear, sun protection, and ample water. Visit October through April to avoid extreme summer heat exceeding 110°F. The spring's 90-degree temperature provides comfortable soaking in cooler months. Pahrump offers full services. Multiple-use designation means mining or grazing may occur nearby.
Is Spring worth visiting?
Best for
- Warm-water soaking