Idaho · United States
Kirkham Hot Springs
Riverside soaking pools and small steaming waterfalls beside the South Fork Payette River near Lowman.
Wild & naturalPaid entry
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Hot springs in Idaho.
Idaho combines managed mineral pools with wild riverbank springs. Approach roads, stairs and changing river conditions can shape the visit. Check the land manager’s current access notice before setting out.
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20 venue records in this guide · 1 with a posted bathing-closure notice. Read each place’s admission and access evidence, then confirm current arrangements before travelling.
Book the type of soak you want
The Springs at Idaho City sells reserved shared sessions and separate private tubs. Roystone reserves a pool for a group. Kirkham is a riverside public-land approach with stairs and a day-use charge. Private time, whole-pool use and natural pools are different purchases.
The Springs at Idaho City · Roystone Hot Springs · Kirkham Hot Springs
thespringsid.com ↗ · visitidaho.org ↗ · roystonehotsprings.com ↗ · visitidaho.org ↗ · www.recreation.gov ↗
Road conditions can decide the outing
Burgdorf requires advance arrangements and seasonal transport planning; The Springs warns of Highway 21 construction. Check the actual approach and operating day before adding a pool stop to a longer Idaho drive.
Burgdorf Hot Springs · The Springs at Idaho City
www.burgdorfhotsprings.com ↗ · visitidaho.org ↗ · thespringsid.com ↗ · visitidaho.org ↗
Compare bathing and access in Idaho.
Compare these 6 places by bathing format, admission and booking. Read each venue’s dated access notice and current operator information before choosing a visit.
| Place | Bathing experience | Entry and booking |
|---|---|---|
| Goldbug Hot SpringsIdaho | Goldbug is a mountain hot-springs destination reached by a substantial uphill walk south of Salmon. The approach includes steep sections and stairs before reaching the pools. | Free entry The reviewed BLM page does not publish a day-visit reservation requirement. BLM lists no fees; checked 16 October 2026. Official admission source ↗ · Checked |
| Miracle Hot SpringsIdaho | Shared outdoor geothermal pools; Private pools with mineral water and open ceilings | Paid entry Reservations required for every soaking service. General outdoor-pool admission starts at USD 14 per person. Regular private pools start at USD 10 and VIP pools USD 25, with general admission required. Official admission source ↗ · Checked |
| Roystone Hot SpringsIdaho | Private pool for one group; outdoor geothermal pool under a roof with open sides | Paid entry Mandatory advance reservation for a private group pool session. A private 90-minute pool session costs USD 53 Monday–Thursday or USD 85 on weekends and holidays, including up to ten people. Each additional person costs USD 3. Official admission source ↗ · Checked |
| Kirkham Hot SpringsIdaho | Open-air riverside natural soaking pools | Paid entry Check with operator The federal listing states USD $5 day use; checked 16 October 2026. Its older campground wording does not establish present camping or fee-collection arrangements; confirm with Lowman Ranger District. Official admission source ↗ · Checked |
| Challis Hot SpringsIdaho | Shared mineral soaking pools | Check fee Book overnight camping separately; confirm adult day-use eligibility and charge. Day-use soaking is offered to adults age 18 and older. A current numeric day-admission amount is not established on the operator homepage. Official admission source ↗ · Checked |
| Burgdorf Hot SpringsIdaho | Shared log-sided geothermal soaking pools | Paid entry Required Two-hour soak: USD 20 adult age 16+; USD 15 children under 16 and seniors 65+; tax additional. Official admission source ↗ · Checked |
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Idaho · United States
Lava Hot Springs World Famous Hot Pools
Mineral soaking pools sit in the Portneuf River valley at Lava Hot Springs. This developed complex offers rentals and changing facilities for a town-based visit.
Thermal poolsPaid entry
Idaho · United States
The Springs at Idaho City
The Springs is a developed hot-springs retreat in Idaho City. The venue limits pool numbers and separates adult-only days from family days.
Thermal poolsSteam room temporarily closed; main soaking by reservation
Idaho · United States
Burgdorf Hot Springs
Burgdorf pairs hot-springs soaking with rustic cabins in the mountains near McCall. Both cabin guests and day visitors need to arrange their visit ahead of time.
Resorts & spasPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Gold Fork Hot Springs
Gold Fork is a developed hot-springs destination near Donnelly, south of McCall. It is a useful stop for travelers who prefer a managed pool visit to a backcountry approach.
Thermal poolsCheck fee
Idaho · United States
Miracle Hot Springs
Miracle Hot Springs is a managed geothermal destination in south-central Idaho. Advance planning matters particularly for Friday and Saturday visits.
Thermal poolsPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Downata Hot Springs
Downata combines hot pools with a range of overnight accommodation in Downey. Cabins, yurts and camping make it suitable for a longer stop rather than only a brief soak.
Resorts & spasPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Heise Hot Springs
Heise offers developed mineral pools near Ririe. The hot-springs visit can be paired with seasonal swimming facilities.
Thermal poolsCheck fee
Idaho · United States
Roystone Hot Springs
Roystone offers hot-springs swimming and group gathering facilities in Sweet. Camping and RV options allow visitors to extend a swim into an overnight stay.
Thermal poolsPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Zims Hot Springs
Zims has outdoor soaking and swimming pools outside New Meadows. Its campground and RV facilities support a longer visit to this part of Idaho.
Thermal poolsPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Goldbug Hot Springs
Goldbug is a mountain hot-springs destination reached by a substantial uphill walk south of Salmon. The approach includes steep sections and stairs before reaching the pools.
Wild & naturalFree entry
Idaho · United States
Maple Grove Hot Springs
Riverfront hot springs anchor this retreat and camping property. Shelters, yurts and tent or van stays provide different overnight options.
Resorts & spasPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Givens Hot Springs
A developed swimming pool uses continuously flowing mineral hot-spring water. The operator traces the bathing venue’s history to 1881.
Resorts & spasPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Silver Creek Plunge
A geothermal swimming pool is paired with camping and lodging. The venue offers developed bathing rather than an undeveloped creek pool.
Resorts & spasPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Nat-Soo-Pah Hot Springs
A hot-spring swimming pool and grassy campground share this family-oriented property. Group gatherings and camping are part of the offering.
Resorts & spasSeasonal pool closure; next advertised season May 1–September 6, 2027
Idaho · United States
Challis Hot Springs
Geothermally heated water flows through river-rock-bottom pools. The operator describes continuous fresh-water circulation.
Resorts & spasCheck fee
Idaho · United States
Bear River Hot Springs
Natural mineral hot water supplies this developed soaking destination. Motel lodging provides an overnight option.
Resorts & spasHot pools listed; slides and Olympic pool closed for winter
Idaho · United States
Lava Hot Springs Inn
Outdoor mineral pools accompany this lodging property. The operator includes pool use with overnight accommodation.
Resorts & spasPaid entry
Idaho · United States
Home Hotel Lava Hot Springs
Many rooms have private baths supplied with natural hot-spring water. These in-room baths are separate from the town’s public pools.
Resorts & spasPaid entryDay-use admission unconfirmed
Idaho · United States
Durfee Hot Springs
Flowing hot water fills a swimming pool, hot tub and children’s pool. The family-run venue is near the City of Rocks area.
Thermal poolsPaid entry
Choose a visit that fits your trip.
Our Idaho collection includes 2 natural-setting locations and 18 developed pools or resorts. Development type and entry fee are separate facts. Use the individual guides for specific access restrictions and reservation notes.
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