Outdoors NearbyMiracle Hot Springs
Four outdoor pools and rows of private soaking pools filled with soft, unchlorinated water in the Thousand Springs area near Buhl. Domes and campsites are rented for overnight stays. Miracle Hot Springs sells day passes, so you don't need to stay overnight.
| Access | Day passes for the public Reservations required for all soaking; weekends and holidays often sell out. |
|---|---|
| Type | Hot springs resort, 4 pools |
| Location | Buhl, ID Managed by Private operator Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | four outdoor pools held at about 96–106 °F |
| Prices | Outdoor pools general admission: starting at $14 (per person) Regular private pool: starting at $10 (plus general admission; up to 4 adults) VIP private pool: starting at $25 (plus general admission; up to 6 adults) 10-visit package: $135 adult, $55 senior Checked October 2026 on the operator's site |
| Hours | Mon–Thu 8 am–10 pm, Fri–Sat 8 am–11 pm; closed Sundays, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day |
| Season | year-round |
| Reservations | required |
| Facilities | lodging, private pools, camping, massage |
| Camping | Miracle Hot Springs campsites and RV sites (0 mi) |
| Website | miraclehotsprings.com |
Best time to soak: Miracle Hot Springs
From November to April average highs near Buhl stay at 37 to 59 °F, with nights down to 22 °F. Freezing nights from November to February mean icy steps and possible road closures; traction for your shoes helps. In July highs reach 88 °F. Many people skip midday soaks in summer and come back after sunset.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 37 °F | 22 °F | 3 |
| Feb | 42 °F | 25 °F | 2 |
| Mar | 53 °F | 32 °F | 4 |
| Apr | 59 °F | 37 °F | 4 |
| May | 69 °F | 45 °F | 4 |
| Jun | 77 °F | 52 °F | 3 |
| Jul | 88 °F | 60 °F | 1 |
| Aug | 87 °F | 58 °F | 1 |
| Sep | 77 °F | 49 °F | 1 |
| Oct | 63 °F | 38 °F | 2 |
| Nov | 47 °F | 28 °F | 3 |
| Dec | 37 °F | 23 °F | 4 |
More to do nearby
- Lemmon Falls (waterfall, 3 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
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More hot springs nearby
- Banbury Hot Springs Day pass
- Nat-Soo-Pah Hot Springs Day pass
- Worswick Hot Springs Free
- Baumgartner Hot Springs Free
- Skillern Hot Springs Free
- Frenchman's Bend Hot Springs Free
- Easley Hot Springs Day pass
- Russian John Hot Springs Free
Waterfalls nearby
- Lemmon Falls (3 mi)
- Minnie Miller Falls (4 mi)
- Devils Washboard Falls (4 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
Is Miracle Hot Springs free?
Outdoor pools general admission: starting at $14 (per person), Regular private pool: starting at $10 (plus general admission; up to 4 adults) and VIP private pool: starting at $25 (plus general admission; up to 6 adults), according to the operator as of October 2026. Prices change, so check before you go.
How hot is Miracle Hot Springs?
Four outdoor pools held at about 96–106 °F.
When is Miracle Hot Springs open?
Mon–Thu 8 am–10 pm, Fri–Sat 8 am–11 pm; closed Sundays, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. year-round.
Can you camp near Miracle Hot Springs?
Miracle Hot Springs campsites and RV sites (0 mi).
How far is Miracle Hot Springs from Boise?
About 93 miles from Boise in a straight line; the drive is longer.