Outdoors NearbyBonneville Hot Springs
A soaking pool and a small bathhouse sit a quarter mile up a trail from Bonneville Campground on Highway 21 northeast of Lowman. Very hot source water flows out of the hillside above Warm Springs Creek. Bonneville Hot Springs costs nothing to visit. Expect a 0.25-mile walk each way.
| Access | Free, public land Reached by trail from Bonneville Campground. Non-campers pay the $5 per vehicle day-use fee. |
|---|---|
| Type | Natural spring |
| Location | Lowman, ID Managed by USFS Boise National Forest, Lowman Ranger District Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Prices | Day use: $5 (per vehicle, non-campers) Campsite: $15 (single site per night; $30 double; $5 each additional vehicle) Checked October 2026 on the operator's site |
| Season | Late May to late September; the gate closes for winter once there is snow |
| Hike | 0.25 miles one way from Bonneville Campground A short trail from the campground leads to the soaking pool and an old bathhouse. |
| Parking | $5 per vehicle day-use fee for non-campers |
| Facilities | vault toilets |
| Camping | Bonneville Campground (0.25 mi) |
| Website | fs.usda.gov |
| Phone | (208) 259-3361 |
Best time to soak: Bonneville Hot Springs
From Boise, ID it is roughly 58 miles northeast as the crow flies.
Most people soak in the cooler months. From October to May average highs around Lowman stay at 28 to 60 °F, with nights down to 4 °F. With lows at 4 to 30 °F from October to May, bring warm layers for getting out of the water.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30 °F | 4 °F | 5 |
| Feb | 35 °F | 7 °F | 5 |
| Mar | 43 °F | 14 °F | 6 |
| Apr | 49 °F | 21 °F | 6 |
| May | 60 °F | 30 °F | 5 |
| Jun | 69 °F | 35 °F | 4 |
| Jul | 80 °F | 39 °F | 2 |
| Aug | 80 °F | 37 °F | 2 |
| Sep | 70 °F | 31 °F | 3 |
| Oct | 55 °F | 24 °F | 4 |
| Nov | 39 °F | 14 °F | 6 |
| Dec | 28 °F | 6 °F | 7 |
More to do nearby
- Grandjean Creek Waterfall (waterfall, 7 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
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- Battery-free floating water thermometer Check a pool before you get in. Natural springs can run hotter than they look. View on Amazon
- Top pick 4Monster quick-dry microfiber towel with case Packs small for the hike to the pools and dries in the car on the way home. View on Amazon
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Other hot springs near Lowman
- Kirkham Hot Springs Free
- Pine Flats Hot Springs Free
- Elkhorn Hot Springs Free
- Atlanta Hot Springs Free
- Silver Creek Plunge Day pass
- Sunbeam Hot Springs Free
- Rocky Canyon Hot Springs Free
- Hot Springs Campground hot spring Free
Waterfalls nearby
- Grandjean Creek Waterfall (7 mi)
- Bridal Veil Falls (11 mi)
- Lady Face Falls (12 mi)
Sources
Access, prices and rules come from these official pages, checked October 2026. Hot springs close for weather, repairs or high water, so confirm before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have to pay at Bonneville Hot Springs?
Yes. Bonneville Hot Springs is on public land with no soaking fee; $5 per vehicle day-use fee for non-campers.
How long is the hike to Bonneville Hot Springs?
0.25 miles one way from Bonneville Campground. A short trail from the campground leads to the soaking pool and an old bathhouse.
When is Bonneville Hot Springs open?
Late May to late September; the gate closes for winter once there is snow.
Can you camp near Bonneville Hot Springs?
Bonneville Campground (0.25 mi).
How far is Bonneville Hot Springs from Boise?
About 58 miles from Boise in a straight line; the drive is longer.