Warm Spring

Cassia County, Utah · Near Burley
41.7560°N, 113.6030°W · 5,720 ft
81°F 48°F air · Good soaking weather 5,720 ft Short Walk Camping nearby (19.9 mi)
Aerial view of the ground around Warm Spring LiDAR bare-earth view of the same ground around 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.

The second Cassia County Warm Spring sits closer to Burley, about six miles out, and runs warmer than its namesake, with water that would feel pleasant on a cold morning. The 1966 sample shows low-mineral, slightly alkaline water. The USGS has a site here. No owner or access status has been recorded.

Location
82 miles from Brigham City, UT

The closest road, unnamed on record, is about a tenth of a mile off. Higher than its sibling at a bit under six thousand feet, the spring sees close to two and a half feet of snow in winter and a moderately dry year otherwise. No land manager is listed.

Winter is the season in the record. Clear Creek Campground is the nearest listed, almost twenty miles. Water chemistry is from 1966 and there is no newer temperature reading. Access is unrecorded, so ask before walking in. The walk itself is short.

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 Warm Spring.

Setting
Gentle slope
The ground tilts gently up to the northwest.
Highest ground nearby
241 ft above the spring
Within a quarter mile, to the northwest
Cross-section through the spring

A slice through the ground from northwest to southeast, about 0.6 miles end to end.

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

Heat Below
152 milliwatts per square meter of heat flow

That's about 2½ times the US average of 65. It's higher than at 94% 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
23°
Jan
27°
Feb
36°
Mar
44°
Apr
54°
May
66°
Jun
76°
Jul
74°
Aug
63°
Sep
48°
Oct
35°
Nov
23°
Dec
Annual Precip: 12.0 in Annual Snow: 28.9 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 23°F · Water 81°F · +58° contrast
December Air 23°F · Water 81°F · +58° contrast
February Air 27°F · Water 81°F · +55° contrast
January offers 53°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
48°F
Clear N 0.0 mph 50% Good soaking weather
Today 72° Low 48° Mostly Sunny
Spring is +9° warmer
Wednesday 77° Low 53° Sunny 2% precip
Spring is +4° warmer
Thursday 75° Low 47° Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 28% precip
Spring is +6° warmer
Friday 73° Low 45° Sunny 5% precip
Spring is +8° warmer
Saturday 74° Low 47° Sunny 3% precip
Spring is +7° warmer
Water Chemistry Sampled 1966-08-12

The water at Warm Spring is slightly alkaline (pH 8.5) with 223 mg/L total dissolved solids.

pH 8.5 Slightly Alkaline
pH influences mineral absorption through skin
Higher mineral concentration for therapeutic soaking
Calcium 36 mg/L
May support bone density and joint health
Magnesium 8 mg/L
Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief
Sodium 27 mg/L
Supports circulation and skin hydration
Sulfate 15 mg/L
Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation
Chloride 57 mg/L
Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Clear Creek Campground 19.9 mi away

Clear Creek Campground is a non-fee campground and picnic area composed of 12 individual units and reservations are not required. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June through October. Campground amenities include toilets and the campground is well suited for tent and RV camping. Sites are handicapped accessible. Bull Flat (#001) and Lake Fork (#004) trails are popular with horseback riders, and hikers.

Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 5,720 ft

Warm Spring sits at 5,720 feet above sea level, way above the mile-high mark. You may not feel the altitude strongly, but hot water still dehydrates you faster at elevation. UV is about 23% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.

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Temperature
81°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 81°F (27°C)
Avg Air Temp 48°F
Above Ambient +34°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Short Walk
Distance to Road 0.1 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Warm Spring?
Warm Spring has a water temperature of 81°F (27°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Warm Spring located?
Warm Spring is located in Cassia County, Utah at 5,720 feet elevation, near Burley. Coordinates: 41.7560°N, 113.6030°W.
How do I get to Warm Spring?
Warm Spring has Short Walk road access (0.1 mi from the road).
Can I camp near Warm Spring?
Yes, Clear Creek Campground is located nearby (19.9 miles away).
What minerals are in the water at Warm Spring?
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride. The pH is 8.5 (slightly alkaline). Total dissolved solids measure 223 mg/L.
Sources: USGS NWIS, Wikipedia