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Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs

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Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs in Nevada offers a landscape with flat desert terrain and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs of 90°F in summer to lows of 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore nearby natural attractions such as the Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs and the surrounding desert scenery.

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There is no admission fee to visit Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs. Please remember to study up on Nevada Hot Springing Etiquette and to practice Leave No Trace methods whenever possible.

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Location

Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs is located in Nevada

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37.86066071 N
117.9841699 W

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  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

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  • Trash
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Aug. 11, 2025

Fish lake

Having been to most the hot springs in Nevada, this is definitely the best. Super clean, beautiful and remote. There is a man-made pool and then several concentric pools coming out from that each cooler in temperature. There's even a restroom. Very clean. Highly recommend. Best hot springs in Nevada. Let's keep it clean!

Sitedispersed camping all around the hot spring
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Matt G., August 11, 2025
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Matt G., August 11, 2025
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Matt G., August 11, 2025
Reviewed May. 7, 2025

Great quiet spot

Nice spot to camp at. The dirt road getting in was pretty washboarded and I have a larger truck so I just had to take it slow. Plenty of parking right next to the springs, but if you want a little more space you can take a dirt path right off of that parking lot up the hill a ways and have plenty of privacy. The springs themselves are great. Quite warm.

Month of VisitMay
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  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Bryce T., May 7, 2025
Reviewed Sep. 3, 2024

Great spot

Great spot. There were quite a few people out but it was also labor day weekend, I still had no issue finding a spot and there were more sites available. Amazing stars and great hot spring.

Reviewed Aug. 12, 2024

Nice spot!

We were driving from Las Vegas to Yosemite > It’s a nice spot to spend the night, it’s almost halfway.

The access to the spot was 30min of dusty road but flat enough to drive at 35mph in a campervan.

The parking area is quite big Now one when we arrived near 8.30PM 2 cars when we woke up

It’s nice to be in the middle of nowhere, without any service. A lot of animals near the water (frogs, ducks, birds, cows, fishes)

There is toilets

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Clara T., August 12, 2024
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Clara T., August 12, 2024
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Clara T., August 12, 2024
Reviewed May. 15, 2023

Quiet, remote with nice comfortably hot spring

We are full-timers and have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow. We stayed for two nights here in mid May to enjoy the spring. This is a nice comfortably hot spring with no odor and two stage lake with Coots and lots of little fish. They are in the process of putting up barriers to prevent people from camping right next to the Hot Well, but there is plenty of dispersed camping around it. Also, unfortunately, there is a new sign(the old one was shot up) that reads“This facility will be closed and filled in if the vandalism and killing of wildlife continues”. Some people are just bent on ruining things for everyone else. There were only a couple other people here during our stay. There is absolutely no light pollution here, so the skies when clear are awesome, as was the view of the snow capped White Mountains to the West. 

We had zero AT&T service. Starlink had speeds up to 8 MB/s and we had DISH coverage on all of the western satellites. We didn’t try any OTA channels with our fixed omni antenna.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Ray & Terri F., May 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs by Ray & Terri F., May 15, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs in Nevada?

Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs is accessed via a dirt road approximately 30 minutes from the main highway. The road is generally flat enough to drive at about 35mph in most vehicles, though it can be quite washboarded in sections. Larger vehicles should take it slower due to the road conditions. The access road is dusty but manageable for most vehicles including larger RVs and campervans. Once you arrive, there's a sizeable parking area near the springs with additional parking options up a dirt path on the hill if you prefer more space.

Is camping allowed at Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs?

Yes, camping is allowed at Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs. The area offers a large parking area that accommodates overnight stays for various vehicle types, including large RVs up to 36 feet. There are multiple camping spots available, with additional options up the hill from the main parking area if you prefer more privacy. Even during busy periods like holiday weekends, campers typically find available spots. The location is popular with full-timers and those traveling between destinations like Las Vegas and Yosemite.

What are the facilities available at Fish Lake Valley Hot Well?

Fish Lake Valley Hot Well features a clean, odorless hot spring with multiple pools of varying temperatures. There's a man-made pool and several concentric natural pools extending outward, each progressively cooler. The site includes a restroom facility that is well-maintained. The springs are home to coots (water birds) and small fish. The area has a sizeable parking lot for vehicles and camping. Improvements to the site are ongoing, with barriers being installed to better manage the space. No additional amenities like electricity, showers, or water hookups are mentioned, so visitors should come prepared.

What fishing opportunities are available near Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs?

The hot springs themselves contain small fish in the pools, though these aren't typically for fishing. For actual fishing opportunities, visitors would need to explore nearby water bodies in the greater Fish Lake Valley area. The springs and immediate surroundings are better suited for soaking and camping rather than fishing activities. Contact local wildlife management agencies for specific information about designated fishing areas in the vicinity and any required permits before planning a fishing trip to the region.