This Hot Springs Road Trip Through Nevada Is The Ultimate Guide To Relaxation

Hot spring: a spring of naturally hot (over 98 degrees Fahrenheit) mineral water that is heated by volcanic or some other geothermal activity. While many hot springs are far too scalding for human soaking, there are many which provide the perfect relaxing experience. There are beautiful and therapeutic hot springs in Nevada that are guaranteed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. To help you see some of the best, take a look at this incredible hot springs road trip through the Silver State, and I'm sure you will be planning your mini spa vacation soon.

This road trip begins in Boulder City and will take you all across the state to Reno. This is a long road trip so you will certainly want to plan for several days and find nearby accommodations to ensure your trip is relaxing and rejuvenating.

1. Arizona Hot Spring, Boulder City

Located in a dark slot canyon near Hoover Dam, Arizona Hot Spring is a heavenly three-tiered hot pool. Be forewarned, however, there is a 3-mile hike to reach this Nevada nirvana.

2. Gold Strike Hot Spring, Boulder City

Gold Strike Hot Spring is located near Arizona Hot Spring along the Colorado River and is about 45 minutes from Las Vegas. After a semi-grueling 4-mile hike through a narrow canyon, once you reach the spring you can treat yourself to a hot soak in a canyon where water seeps through canyon wall fissures. Be aware that due to the hot temperature of the water, the Gold Strike Hot Spring is not open during the warmer months of the year.

3. Alkali Hot Spring, Goldfield

Located near the haunted town of Goldfield, Alkali Hot Spring consists of two smallish cement-lined pools that are fed by a series of small hot springs ranging in temperature from 105 to 112 degrees. The temperature of these natural hot springs in Nevada can be adjusted by moving a PVC pipe that channels the source water. Clothing is optional here as these pools are seldom crowded.

4. Spencer Hot Springs, Austin

Located off Highway 50 (The Loneliest Road in America), Spencer Hot Springs consists of several steamy metal tubs and an in-ground spring. After a relaxing soak, you can also camp here.

5. Ruby Valley Hot Springs, Elko County

Located on the edge of the Ruby Valley Wildlife Preserve are several hot springs; however, the most appropriate for soaking is a large (30 feet in diameter), deep, warm (about 99 degrees Fahrenheit), and oh-so relaxing pool. Be careful if exploring the other pools as some have temperatures exceeding 122 degrees Fahrenheit. You can learn more about the Ruby Valley Wildlife Preserve here.

6. Soldier Meadows Hot Springs, Humboldt County

This gorgeous series of hot spring pools provide six separate soaking areas with perfectly warm water and stunning panoramic views of Black Rock Desert. Camping is permitted and you can learn more about these options here.

7. Trego Hot Springs, Winnemucca

Located in the Black Rock Desert, this mineral-dense hot spring provides a spa-like mud bath experience with the beauty of Nevada all around. Clothing is optional. Click here to learn more about these impressive natural hot springs in Nevada.

8. Steamboat Hot Springs, Reno

This commercial hot springs resort in Nevada has multiple indoor and outdoor pools filled with natural geothermal water similar to a natural hot spring. A variety of spa services are also available including various massages. You can learn more about Steamboat Hot Springs here.

This hot springs road trip through Nevada is sure to please even the most frazzled person. Have you been to any of these incredible places? Did I leave your favorite off the list? What would your hot springs road trip through Nevada look like? Please share your thoughts in the comments.