Spencer Hot Springs
Austin, Nevada
| Address: | Austin, NV 89310, USA |
| GPS: |
39°19'37.9"N 116°51'24.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Nevada |
Hot Springs
Hot springs, filled with steaming, soothing mineral water are a popular way to sooth away the aches and pains after a days of hiking, riding, and other activity. Spencer is a cluster of natural springs on unimproved public land. Previous visitors have made some rudimentary improvements to the area to enhance the experience, The largest bathing hole has water of about 140 degrees flowing into a concrete tub. Each of the pools has a feeder pipe with the hotter water so you can temperature control a little bit. The upper pool is a little cooler.
These pools are considered to be clothing optional but there's a good chance you'll have somebody drive by to check out your pool so it's not as private as it might be.
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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 Austin, Nevada
- Head northeast on 6th St toward Bateman (430 ft)
- Turn right onto Bateman/Reese St (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Rony St (492 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Reese St (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto US-50 E (11.2 mi)
- Turn right onto NV-376 S (0.3 mi)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto NF-001 (5.5 mi)
- Turn left (390 ft)
- Slight right (1.4 mi)
- Slight leftDestination will be on the left(0.2 mi)
Located off SR376, just east of the junction to Highway 50. Watch for the turn-off near mile marker 99, take the dirt road approximately 10 miles. The Springs are to your left just as you start going up the hill. The road is pretty rough and washed out in areas. It's pretty popular place for ATVs.
