Frenchman’s Bend Hot Springs | Central Idaho

Frenchman's Bend Hot Springs is a soaking destination along Warm Springs Creek, 11 miles southwest of Ketchum. Tucked away in the Sawtooth National Forest, the hot springs offers a unique contact with beautiful Idaho nature while relaxing in the open air geothermal bath.

Managed by US Forest Service, this is simple, yet picturesque location consisting of several rock-walled pools separating the soaking area from the colder water of the creek.

The hot mineral water flows out of the source at 138°F right into a few pools with sandy bottoms on both banks of the creek. Water temperature highly depends on the season and the river levels. During spring runoffs, soaking pools are submerged with the creek water completely.

You will have to drive for about 7 miles on a dirt road to get to the spring, but it is passable by any passenger vehicle. Please, keep in mind that parking is limited and can get full during weekends and holidays. This hot spring location is popular among both visitors and locals.

Clothing is required at the hot springs. This is a day-use-only location (open from 4 AM to 10 PM), with no camping or overnight stay allowed. Open all year long with no fees. No services at this location, the closest services are 11 miles away at the small city of Ketchum.

The spring is not pet-friendly and glass containers near the soaking pools are prohibited. Please, pack all your trash and leave no trace behind!