Outdoors NearbyTrail Creek Hot Springs
Two small pools sit in a creek ravine just off Warm Lake Road east of Cascade. Valves or rocks let you mix in cold creek water because the source is very hot. You can soak at Trail Creek Hot Springs for free.
| Access | Free, public land Two small rock-walled pools a few steps below a pullout on Warm Lake Road on the Boise National Forest. |
|---|---|
| Type | Primitive soaking tub, 2 pools |
| Location | Cascade, ID Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | 122 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980) |
Best time to soak: Trail Creek Hot Springs
From Boise, ID it is roughly 73 miles north as the crow flies.
From October to April average highs near Cascade stay at 32 to 58 °F, with nights down to 15 °F. From November to April lows average 15 to 30 °F, so paths and decks around the pools can ice over and dirt roads may close. 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 | 32 °F | 15 °F | 8 |
| Feb | 37 °F | 17 °F | 6 |
| Mar | 45 °F | 24 °F | 8 |
| Apr | 53 °F | 30 °F | 7 |
| May | 63 °F | 37 °F | 6 |
| Jun | 70 °F | 43 °F | 5 |
| Jul | 82 °F | 48 °F | 2 |
| Aug | 82 °F | 47 °F | 2 |
| Sep | 73 °F | 40 °F | 3 |
| Oct | 58 °F | 31 °F | 5 |
| Nov | 42 °F | 25 °F | 8 |
| Dec | 32 °F | 16 °F | 10 |
More to do nearby
- Dagger Falls (waterfall, 24 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
- 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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Illustration SIMARI quick-dry water shoes for women and men Grip on slick rock and gravel pool bottoms, and they dry fast on the walk out. View on Amazon - Cold-day pick SUN CUBE hooded changing robe poncho Change in and out of a wet suit at a trailhead with no changing room, and stay warm after a winter soak. View on Amazon
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Other hot springs near Cascade
- Vulcan Hot Springs Free
- Gold Fork Hot Springs Day pass
- Silver Creek Plunge Day pass
- Rocky Canyon Hot Springs Free
- Sheepeater Hot Springs Free
- Council Mountain Hot Springs Free
- Sunflower Hot Springs Free
- Bonneville Hot Springs Free
Waterfalls nearby
- Dagger Falls (24 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
How much does Trail Creek Hot Springs cost?
Yes. Trail Creek Hot Springs is on public land with no soaking fee.
How hot is Trail Creek Hot Springs?
122 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980). Pool temperatures are usually lower than at the source and change with the season.
How far is Trail Creek Hot Springs from Boise?
About 73 miles from Boise in a straight line; the drive is longer.