Sharkey Hot Springs
Salmon, Idaho
| Address: | NF-185, Salmon, ID 83467, USA |
| GPS: |
45°0'38.1"N 113°36'43.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
Restrooms
Hot Springs
This site is a popular destination for soaking, biking, picnicking and scenic viewing. It includes two soaking pools, restrooms, changing rooms, picnic tables, a large group fire ring and a parking area. The site is named for B.F. Sharkey, an early settler of Lemhi County. The springs were originally developed around 1890 and attracted people from the Lemhi Valley and Salmon River area.
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Be careful. Pay attention to posted signs and always test the waters before you get in. Some hot springs can get up to boiling temperatures. Be sure to drink plenty of water to combat the dehydrating effect of the spring.
Be respectful of other soakers and the hot spring. Don't hog the pool. Camp at least 200 yards away and keep fires in designated areas. Keep your pets out of the water and never pee in thermal feature. Glass bottles should never go near a hot spring.
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Salmon, Idaho
- Head northeast on S St Charles St toward Main St (203 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Main St (0.5 mi)
- Continue straight onto ID-28 S/Main StContinue to follow ID-28 S(16.7 mi)
- Turn left (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto Back Rd (0.7 mi)
- Turn left onto Warm Springs Rd (1.1 mi)
- Turn left onto NF-185/Warm Springs Rd (0.8 mi)
- Continue straight to stay on NF-185/Warm Springs Rd (318 ft)
19 miles southeast of Salmon, Idaho. Traveling southeast of Salmon on Highway 28 to Tendoy, then turn north and follow the signs for Warm Springs Road and Sharkey Hot Springs. The Hot Springs are located about 5 miles from Tendoy, Idaho.
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