In case you didn’t catch the news last month, Weir Creek Hot Springs in Idaho is now under nighttime closure orders from the forest service. Sadly, for those of us familiar with the situation, it was bound to happen. https://twitter.com/hotspringsguy/status/1598458001236455424 Just a few years ago Weir Creek was virtually unknown. It wasn’t signed. There was …
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Greetings fellow soak seekers, hot potters, dunkers and dippers! As if you needed more encouragement to get out there and soak… It’s time for a few updates and additions for hot springs in Idaho and California. Idaho Hot Springs Updates First up, the listing for Lava Hot Springs in Idaho received a massive update that …
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Mile Marker 4 The Dipper, more commonly known as Mile Marker 4 (MM4), Deer Creek and Skinnydipper, is facing some tough times these days. AKA, a 5-year closure order that involves the dismantling of the improved pools and trail. It was inevitable, being an hour’s drive from Boise and featuring deluxe pools improved with mortar …
https://youtu.be/CwQdRC6vZc0 Hot springing during the “off” season is a pastime favorite of mine. It can be tricky… incessantly contending with icy roads, cold rain, closed access roads, mud, muck, silty pools, spring runoff and on… But, what’s life without a little challenge? The rewards can be bountiful. Solitude. Peace. Tranquility. Renewal. Revitalization. And, maybe… just maybe …
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It is official, Skinnydipper Hot Springs, located north of Boise is closed until June 30, 2013. According to the BLM, the closure is due to the 2012 Springs Fire, which burned away vegetation on rocky slopes above the hot springs. There is concern that spring rains could lead to falling rocks, flooding and debris flows …
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Alright hot springers, we knew this one was coming… as of today – May 25th, 2012 Skinnydipper AKA Mile Marker 4 Hot Springs is temporarily closed from sundown to sunrise. This comes directly from the BLM and is effective immediately. BLM has temporarily closed Skinny Dipper Hot Springs to night-time use. The closure will help …
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