Outdoors NearbySilver Creek Plunge
A spring-fed swimming pool with cabins, A-frames and campsites about 20 miles past Crouch at the end of Forest Road 671. The last 15 miles are unpaved. Silver Creek Plunge sells day passes, so you don't need to stay overnight.
| Access | Day passes for the public Private resort on the Boise National Forest; day swimmers welcome without reservations. |
|---|---|
| Type | Developed pools, 1 pool |
| Location | Garden Valley, ID Managed by Private operator Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | water enters at 100–104 °F and averages about 100 °F; kiddie section 97–98 °F |
| Prices | Day swim, ages 13–59: $15 (per day) Day swim, ages 2–12: $12 (per day) Day swim, seniors 60+: $12 (per day) Under 24 months: free Evening swim: $10 (last 2 hours before close) 3-day pass: $10/day adults, $8/day children and seniors (3-day minimum) Checked October 2026 on the operator's site |
| Hours | Fall (Sept 21–Oct 31): Fri–Sat 9 am–9 pm, Sun 9 am–6 pm, Mon and Thu 10 am–6 pm, closed Tue–Wed. Main season: Fri–Sat 9 am–10 pm, Sun–Tue 9 am–8 pm, Wed 7–9 pm, Thu 9 am–9 pm |
| Season | Cabins and campsites open mid-May; check with the resort for winter operation |
| Reservations | not needed |
| Clothing | modest swimwear required |
| Facilities | lodging, store, camping |
| Camping | Silver Creek Plunge tent/RV sites (0 mi) |
| Website | silvercreekplunge.com |
| Phone | (208) 739-3400 |
Best time to soak: Silver Creek Plunge
From Boise, ID it is roughly 53 miles north as the crow flies.
Soaking feels best when the air is cool. From November to April average highs around Garden Valley stay at 33 to 60 °F, with nights down to 19 °F. Expect frost from November to March. Check road and trail conditions with the land manager before driving up. From July to August highs reach 89 °F. In that heat, early mornings and evenings are the most comfortable time to soak. December is the wettest month with about 10 days of rain or snow, and creekside springs can flood or cool down after heavy runoff.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34 °F | 19 °F | 10 |
| Feb | 41 °F | 22 °F | 8 |
| Mar | 52 °F | 27 °F | 8 |
| Apr | 60 °F | 32 °F | 6 |
| May | 69 °F | 38 °F | 5 |
| Jun | 78 °F | 44 °F | 4 |
| Jul | 89 °F | 48 °F | 1 |
| Aug | 89 °F | 46 °F | 1 |
| Sep | 79 °F | 39 °F | 2 |
| Oct | 64 °F | 31 °F | 4 |
| Nov | 44 °F | 26 °F | 8 |
| Dec | 33 °F | 20 °F | 10 |
More to do nearby
- Big Falls (waterfall, 19 mi)
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Waterfalls nearby
- Big Falls (19 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 Silver Creek Plunge free?
Day swim, ages 13–59: $15 (per day), Day swim, ages 2–12: $12 (per day) and Day swim, seniors 60+: $12 (per day), according to the operator as of October 2026. Prices change, so check before you go.
How hot is Silver Creek Plunge?
Water enters at 100–104 °F and averages about 100 °F; kiddie section 97–98 °F.
Is Silver Creek Plunge clothing optional?
No, modest swimwear required.
When is Silver Creek Plunge open?
Fall (Sept 21–Oct 31): Fri–Sat 9 am–9 pm, Sun 9 am–6 pm, Mon and Thu 10 am–6 pm, closed Tue–Wed. Main season: Fri–Sat 9 am–10 pm, Sun–Tue 9 am–8 pm, Wed 7–9 pm, Thu 9 am–9 pm. Cabins and campsites open mid-May; check with the resort for winter operation.
Can you camp near Silver Creek Plunge?
Silver Creek Plunge tent/RV sites (0 mi).
How far is Silver Creek Plunge from Boise?
About 53 miles from Boise in a straight line; the drive is longer.