Crystal Springs hot springs

Crystal Springs comprises multiple natural hot springs and seeps along the White River, with water temperatures between 81 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit (27-32 degrees Celsius). The springs form small pools suitable for soaking in a remote desert setting near the Nevada-Utah border.

The springs served as a key stopover point on early travel routes through Nevada and became a stagecoach station in the 1800s. The reliable flow of warm water made it a vital rest point for travelers crossing the high desert.

The warm waters have long attracted visitors seeking therapeutic relief, and the springs remain a gathering place where people come to soak and experience the mineral-rich properties. Local Indigenous communities historically valued these springs for their healing qualities, which are still recognized by travelers today.

The springs are located in a remote area accessible by vehicle via dirt roads near the Extraterrestrial Highway, requiring patience for the final approach. Bring plenty of water and sun protection, as the site sits exposed in open desert with little shade or facilities.

The springs support a rare freshwater snail species found nowhere else in the world, adapted specifically to the warm mineral-rich water. This specialized ecosystem makes the location of interest to nature enthusiasts and those curious about how life thrives in extreme environments.