Gold Fork Hot Springs

Gold Fork Hot Springs

Donnelly, Idaho

4.6(934)developedEasy

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🌡️Temperature110°F
🏊Typedeveloped
🥾DifficultyEasy
💰Price$8-$12
📅Best SeasonYear-round
👥Crowd LevelModerate

About Gold Fork Hot Springs

Six terraced rock pools of varying temperatures line a forested hillside near Donnelly, each offering a different soaking experience from scalding to lukewarm. The family-owned facility keeps things simple—no frills, just exceptional mineral water in a gorgeous mountain setting. A favorite stop on the way to or from Tamarack Resort.

Access

Short walk

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Overnight

No

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Clothing Optional

No

Features

Terraced poolsMultiple temperaturesFamily ownedMountain viewsAffordable

Water Minerals

SulfurSodiumCalciumFluorideSilica

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water temperature at Gold Fork Hot Springs?
The water temperature at Gold Fork Hot Springs is 110°F.
How much does Gold Fork Hot Springs cost?
Gold Fork Hot Springs costs $8-$12 per person.
Is Gold Fork Hot Springs clothing optional?
No, Gold Fork Hot Springs requires swimwear.
What minerals are in the water at Gold Fork Hot Springs?
The water at Gold Fork Hot Springs contains Sulfur, Sodium, Calcium, Fluoride, Silica.
How difficult is it to get to Gold Fork Hot Springs?
Gold Fork Hot Springs has a easy difficulty level with short walk access.

Recent Google Reviews

S• Google Review

"$15 per person, kids must leave at 4pm. Closed Tuesdays. Roads are bumpy and can be rough during peak winter weather. Would say 4x4 if bad weather is expected on this road. Turn off on davies road and..."

2/2/2026
Shae Williams• Google Review

"ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! Tucked a ways back and very serene. Marvelously kept with amazing water. Different levels of heat in the pools. My fiance and I went on a spontaneous camping trip and found this..."

8/27/2025
James• Google Review

"Cool for Idaho clean hot water multiple pools plenty of room ... Road is icy and pure snow .. just drive slow watch out for others coming the back from the other direction .. awd or 4 high is needed"

1/20/2026