Weekend of Nov. 24-25: Idaho Hot Springs Event

Backpack to an Unusable Hot SpringsSaturday-Sunday, November 24-25General Information (from Mike and Debbie)We’ll backpack 3.5 easy-grade miles, passing several other usable hot springs (possible quick soaks), to a despicable wallow, where we’ll set up our camp. Of course, there’s a price to pay: 8 river crossings with knee deep cold water-exhilarating. Be tough or bring …

Rocky Canyon, Hot Springs Campground and Skinnydipper Updates

Rocky Canyon Hot Springs in IdahoLess trash, lower temperatures (just barley hot enough to soak) and a freezing river ford… in a nutshell. All in all a great soak. Although my friend experienced a couple bites that he thought to be red spider mites. Hmmm. Maybe, maybe not.Rating: B+View 11.12.07 Rocky Canyon Hot springs Video …

Brief Updates on Moondipper and Pine Burl

Moondipper Hot Springs in Idaho09.17.07Not much new to report here, no trash is always good though, but the soak – too hot!Rating: XView the complete listing for Moondipper Hot Springs in IdahoPine Burl Hot Springs in Idaho09.17.07Yuk! The pool was mucky and silty, temps were all over the place… what happened here?Rating: D-View the complete …

Boiling Springs Trip Report

09.17.07 Boiling Springs Hot Springs in Idaho Trip ReportIt was a beautiful day to be hiking around in the Boise National Forest. Our soaking party met a nice couple on their way out – they were as red as lobsters! They had somehow managed to withstand 110-113 degree temperatures for over an hour… yikes! I …