Ogden Hot Spring

Weber County, Utah · Near Ogden
41.2360°N, 111.9240°W · 4,510 ft
135°F 54°F air · Good soaking weather 4,510 ft Roadside Camping nearby (5.7 mi)
Aerial view of the ground around Ogden Hot Spring LiDAR bare-earth view of the same ground around Ogden Hot 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.

Ogden Hot Spring is a hot spring in Weber County, a couple of miles from Ogden. The water is hot, near the top of the hot range and well past comfortable. Ownership and access are not on file. Dissolved minerals are heavy. No photo yet.

Location

Roadside, about ninety feet from Ogden Canyon Road, at about 4,500 feet. Winters are snowy, close to five feet, and precipitation is on the wet side for Utah. The record names no land unit.

Winter on file as the best time. Do not get in at source temperature; let it cool or mix first, and test with a hand before anything else. Port Ramp Marina is about six miles off for camping. Access is unrecorded. The temperature dates to 1967.

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 Ogden Hot Spring.

Setting
Canyon floor
Steep ground climbs away on both sides of the spring.
Highest ground nearby
842 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
145 milliwatts per square meter of heat flow

That's about twice the US average of 65. It's higher than at 91% 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
25°
Jan
30°
Feb
38°
Mar
45°
Apr
55°
May
68°
Jun
76°
Jul
74°
Aug
64°
Sep
50°
Oct
37°
Nov
25°
Dec
Annual Precip: 20.7 in Annual Snow: 57.5 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 25°F · Water 135°F · +110° contrast
December Air 25°F · Water 135°F · +110° contrast
February Air 30°F · Water 135°F · +105° contrast
January offers 51°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
54°F
Clear 32% Good soaking weather
Tuesday 77° Low 48° Partly Sunny 1% precip
Spring is +58° warmer
Wednesday 80° Low 55° Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny 38% precip
Spring is +55° warmer
Thursday 77° Low 58° Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 59% precip
Spring is +58° warmer
Friday 73° Low 53° Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 11% precip
Spring is +62° warmer
Saturday 74° Low 49° Sunny 1% precip
Spring is +61° warmer
Water Chemistry Sampled 1967-05-18

The water at Ogden Hot Spring is slightly alkaline (pH 7.7) with 8400 mg/L total dissolved solids. It is notably rich in calcium (may support bone density and joint health), magnesium (known for muscle relaxation and stress relief), and sodium (supports circulation and skin hydration).

pH 7.7 Slightly Alkaline
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Higher mineral concentration for therapeutic soaking
Calcium 320 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 49 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 2,690 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 121 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 4,990 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Nearby Camping
Nearby Camping
Port Ramp Marina 5.7 mi away

Overview Port Ramp Marina is a boat slip rental facility located just 10 miles from Ogden, Utah, on the west side of Pineview Reservoir in scenic Ogden Valley. The marina is the most used launching facility at Pineview, which is the busiest reservoir in the state.Recreation Pineview Reservoir offers spectacular boating, windsurfing, swimming, fishing, and playing in the water and sand. There are three swim areas with sandy beaches- Cemetery Point west of Huntsville, Anderson Cove Campground...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Temperature
135°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 135°F (57°C)
Avg Air Temp 49°F
Above Ambient +86°F
Great soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Roadside
Nearest Road Ogden Canyon Road
Distance to Road 93 ft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Ogden Hot Spring?
Ogden Hot Spring has a water temperature of 135°F (57°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.
Where is Ogden Hot Spring located?
Ogden Hot Spring is located in Weber County, Utah at 4,510 feet elevation, near Ogden. Coordinates: 41.2360°N, 111.9240°W.
How do I get to Ogden Hot Spring?
Ogden Hot Spring has Roadside road access, with the nearest road being Ogden Canyon Road (93 ft from the road).
Can I camp near Ogden Hot Spring?
Yes, Port Ramp Marina is located nearby (5.7 miles away).
What minerals are in the water at Ogden Hot Spring?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 7.7 (slightly alkaline). Total dissolved solids measure 8,400 mg/L.
Is it safe to soak at Ogden Hot Spring?
With care. At 135°F Ogden Hot Spring is hot enough to need short sessions, fifteen to twenty minutes, and plenty of water. Enter slowly and get out if you feel light-headed.
Sources: USGS NWIS