Sharkey Hot Springs

Two deep and wide concrete soakers complete with filters, steps, hand railings and protected inside an animal resistant fence – 2 changing rooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 picnic tables, 2 bbqs and 1 large fire pit on premises. Cleaned every Wednesday morning by the BLM.

Camping Notes

No camping/overnight use. Nearest camping is in Salmon-Challis National Forest.

Fees

Sharkey Hot Springs is managed by the BLM. Visitors aged 16 and older are now required to have a Sharkey Hot Springs Pass, available through Recreation.gov — print or download your pass before you go, as cell service at the site is limited.

Directions

Sharkey Hot Springs sits just off Highway 93 near Baker, south of Salmon. Continuing south on Highway 93 leads to Goldbug Hot Springs near Tendoy, the next soak in the corridor.

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Do you need a pass for Sharkey Hot Springs?

Yes. Sharkey Hot Springs is managed by the BLM, and visitors aged 16 and older are required to have a Sharkey Hot Springs Pass, available through Recreation.gov. Print or download the pass before you go, because cell service at the site is unreliable.