Unnamed Thermal Spring
Emerging at 68 degrees Fahrenheit in Tooele County near Grantsville, this unnamed thermal spring rises 13.6 degrees above ambient at 4,235 feet elevation in the valley west of the Wasatch Range. Roadside access within 89 meters. Ownership and management information not documented. Water temperature indicates low-grade thermal activity in the broad Tooele Valley basin.
The spring flows in flat to gently rolling terrain where average annual temperatures measure 54.4 degrees Fahrenheit and precipitation totals 14.5 inches with 25.5 inches of snowfall. The semi-arid valley supports sagebrush, grasses, and salt-tolerant vegetation, with the Stansbury Mountains rising to the south and the Great Salt Lake lying to the northeast. Agricultural development and scattered rural residences characterize land use in the area. The valley's basin topography creates closed drainage patterns with seasonal wetlands and playas.
No name documentation exists for this spring, and historical records are not available in the dataset. Grantsville was settled by Mormon pioneers in 1850, with farming and ranching developing in the Tooele Valley. The spring's lack of recorded name suggests limited historical use or significance compared to more prominent thermal features. Current ownership and access status remain undocumented.
Verify access before visiting, as ownership and permission requirements are unclear. The roadside access classification suggests proximity to public or private roads, but entry rights are not established. Spring and fall provide comfortable temperatures, while summer heat and winter cold affect conditions. Lower Narrows Campground in South Willow Canyon, 23.5 kilometers distant at higher elevation in the Stansbury Range, offers developed camping and trail access. The spring's low profile and lack of documentation suggest minimal development or visitor infrastructure.
Is this spring worth visiting?
Best for
- Easy day trips
- Overnight camping trips
Overview Upper Narrows Campground is located southwest of Grantsville, Utah, in South Willow Canyon at an elevation of 6,840 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails. Recreation The multi-use Stansbury Front and Medina Flat Trails begin nearby, offering access to the rugged Deseret Peak Wilderness. Willow Creek offers rainbow and brown trout fishing. Facilities This campground has 3 single sites. This campground has vault restroom facilities. There is no water system in this campground, yo...