Cutler Warm Spring

Cache County, Utah · Near Benson
41.8340°N, 112.0540°W · 4,280 ft
73°F 39°F air · Good soaking weather 4,280 ft Roadside Camping nearby (17.5 mi)

Cutler Warm Spring is a mildly warm spring in Cache County, about nine miles from Benson. The temperature on file is a little above room temperature, refreshing in summer and not much comfort in January. The listing does not name a landowner or say who may use it. There is a photo.

Location

North Cutler Dam Road runs within about thirty feet, so you can see it from the car. The valley here sits a bit over four thousand feet. The water is moderately mineralized, nothing extreme. Snow totals run near four feet a winter, and the area gets a moderate share of rain.

The record puts the best months in winter. Bridger Campground is the closest listed camping at around seventeen miles. Access is unrecorded, so check before you stop. The chemistry dates from early 1968, so the temperature may have drifted since. Nothing on file mentions a fee.

Terrain

Aircraft with laser scanners measured this ground to within inches. The scan strips out trees and buildings, leaving the bare shape of the land around Cutler Warm Spring.

Aerial view of the ground around Cutler Warm Spring LiDAR bare-earth view of the same ground around Cutler Warm Spring
Aerial LiDAR bare earth

Drag the handle to compare the two views. The orange dot marks the spring, in a frame about three quarters of a mile wide.

Setting
Canyon floor
Steep ground climbs away on both sides of the spring.
Highest ground nearby
526 ft above the spring
Within a quarter mile, to the southeast
Cross-section through the spring

A slice through the ground from south to north, about 0.6 miles end to end.

Elevation data: USGS 3D Elevation Program. Aerial imagery: USGS The National Map. Public domain.

Heat Below
106 milliwatts per square meter of heat flow

That's about 1½ times the US average of 65. It's higher than at 55% of the springs on this site.

Heat flow measures the warmth working its way up through the ground from deep inside the earth. Where it runs high, rain and snowmelt that seep down through cracks in the rock come back up hot.

Heat flow estimate: Stanford Thermal Earth Model (Aljubran & Horne, 2024), CC BY 4.0.

Monthly Climate
24°
Jan
29°
Feb
39°
Mar
47°
Apr
56°
May
69°
Jun
78°
Jul
76°
Aug
65°
Sep
50°
Oct
37°
Nov
26°
Dec
Annual Precip: 17.9 in Annual Snow: 44.5 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 24°F · Water 73°F · +49° contrast
December Air 26°F · Water 73°F · +48° contrast
February Air 29°F · Water 73°F · +44° contrast
January offers 54°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
39°F
Clear WSW 20.7 mph 81% Good soaking weather
Today 79° Low 49° Partly Sunny
Wednesday 83° Low 53° Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny 12% precip
Thursday 80° Low 49° Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 68% precip
Friday 76° Low 45° Sunny 10% precip
Saturday 78° Low 45° Sunny 4% precip
Water Chemistry Sampled 1968-02-02

The water at Cutler Warm Spring is slightly alkaline (pH 7.6) with 2120 mg/L total dissolved solids. It is notably rich in magnesium (known for muscle relaxation and stress relief), sodium (supports circulation and skin hydration), and chloride (natural antiseptic with skin health benefits).

pH 7.6 Slightly Alkaline
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Higher mineral concentration for therapeutic soaking
Calcium 84 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 43 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 616 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 65 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 1,030 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Bridger Campground 17.5 mi away

This campground has firewood available to purchase.

Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Temperature
73°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 73°F (23°C)
Avg Air Temp 50°F
Above Ambient +23°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Roadside
Nearest Road North Cutler Dam Road
Distance to Road 33 ft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Cutler Warm Spring?
Cutler Warm Spring has a water temperature of 73°F (23°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Cutler Warm Spring located?
Cutler Warm Spring is located in Cache County, Utah at 4,280 feet elevation, near Benson. Coordinates: 41.8340°N, 112.0540°W.
How do I get to Cutler Warm Spring?
Cutler Warm Spring has Roadside road access, with the nearest road being North Cutler Dam Road (33 ft from the road).
Can I camp near Cutler Warm Spring?
Yes, Bridger Campground is located nearby (17.5 miles away).
What minerals are in the water at Cutler Warm Spring?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 7.6 (slightly alkaline). Total dissolved solids measure 2,120 mg/L.
Sources: USGS NWIS