Weir Creek Hot Springs
Kooskia, Idaho
| Address: | ~US-12, Kooskia, ID 83539, USA |
| GPS: |
46°27'50.3"N 115°2'7.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
Camp, Hike, and Hot Springs
You deserve to treat yourself in a long, hot, steaming soak in the middle of wilderness at Weir Creek Hot Springs. If you can make it along the trail, that is.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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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 Kooskia, Idaho
- Head east on ID-13 BUS E/Broadway Ave toward Lowry StContinue to follow ID-13 BUS E(0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto US-12 E (66.6 mi)
The spring has a small, easy-to-miss parking lot near mile marker 141 on Highway 12. Then, a 1.5-mile trail along the river takes you up to the secluded rock pool, which overlooks the river and Clearwater National Forest canyon.
