How Do I Get to the Las Vegas Hot Springs?
Trade the casinos and neon for a geothermal escape. Las Vegas is a convenient starting point for scenic waterways, desert hikes, and hot springs where visitors can slow down in nature.
How to Get to Las Vegas Hot Springs
One of the most memorable routes is by kayak on the Colorado River. Evolution Expeditions’ Hoover Dam and hot springs hike follows Black Canyon on a full-day, roughly 12-mile paddling and hiking adventure.
Launching below Hoover Dam, the trip pairs canyon scenery with waterfalls, caves, historic river landmarks, and warm pools. After the paddle and a rugged walk, guests can soak, visit a sauna cave, or cool off in the river.
Keep an eye on the cliffs and sky for waterfowl, songbirds, bald eagles, desert bighorn sheep, and rabbits. The guided experience includes lunch, snacks, water, and juice for a long day outside.
5 Hot Springs Across Nevada
Nevada has many worthwhile geothermal stops beyond the Colorado River corridor. Conditions, access, and temperatures can change, so check local guidance and come prepared with water and supplies.
1. 12-Mile Hot Springs
Also called Bishop Hot Springs, this free pool sits north of Wells beside Bishop Creek. Its waters generally range from 99°F to 103°F, and visitors can combine a soak with camping or a canyon walk; wet-weather roads deserve extra caution.
2. Alkali Hot Springs
About 14 miles northwest of Goldfield, two small rock-lined pools offer adjustable water around 100°F to 105°F. The remote setting is peaceful and rich in wildlife, but it calls for careful planning and all the essentials.
3. Trego Hot Springs
In the Black Rock Desert, a long hand-dug soaking ditch creates an open, rustic hot spring experience. Temperatures vary along the water, so take time to find a comfortable spot and respect the fragile desert surroundings.
4. Rogers Hot Springs
Rogers Hot Springs is a compact, developed stop in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. It is close enough to combine with a Southern Nevada road trip, though visitors should verify current access rules before setting out.
5. Gold Strike Hot Springs
Gold Strike rewards prepared hikers with canyon pools and dramatic Black Canyon walls near Hoover Dam. The route can be strenuous and seasonal closures are common, making a guided river-and-hike trip a smart way to experience the area.
Plan Your Hot Spring Adventure Today
Whether you choose a remote Nevada soak or the Colorado River route below Hoover Dam, arrive ready for changing desert conditions, leave no trace, and make time to enjoy the landscape around the water.
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