Maple Grove Hot Springs

Maple Grove Hot Springs is located along the Bear River at the North end of Oneida Narrows Reservoir in the scenic Oneida Narrows canyon in South Eastern Idaho. Maple Grove features 6 natural lithium mineral pools — 3 circular stone pools, a natural creek pool, a Gathering pool and a 102°F waterfall rinse — at 100–107°F, along with a variety of other amenities.

The rock and mortar tub is approx. 14 ft in diameter with a rock bench.

Maple Grove Facilities

Overnight Lodging (in converted 1955 Detroiter bus), Overnight Camping, Patron Kitchen, Showers, Changing Rooms, Soaking Supplies (swimsuits and more), Convenience Store, Motor Coach Parking, Boating Facilities, Addition Overnight Lodging Options, River Sauna (ages 18+).

Hot Springs Pools Hours

Public soaking is by reservation in 3-hour blocks, 10am – 9pm. Closed Wednesdays for pool cleaning. Reservations are required — book by phone or online; walk-ins are not recommended.

Rates

3-hour session: Weekday (Mon–Thu) $18 adult / $15 discount (child 12 & under, county resident, senior 65+, military); Weekend (Fri–Sun) $22 adult / $18 discount. All-Day Pass from $48 (includes the River Sauna, ages 18+); 10-pass $150.

Maple Grove Hot Springs Overnight Accommodations

Camping and overnight lodging facilities are available. Email or call (208) 425-6803 to make reservations. Visit MapleGroveSprings.com to learn more. Overnight guests enjoy 24-hour pool access. Furnished Stone, Yurt and Wood Cabin shelters run about $150–$250/night; tent and van camping about $35–$45/person.

Nearby Attractions

• Caribou-Targhee National Forest
• Montpelier & Preston (Cities)
• Bear River
• Oneida Reservoir

Maple Grove Hot Springs Map and Directions

Important Winter Travel Information

From Grace, Idaho: Hwy 34 South 15 miles, nearly to mile marker 29, turn left on 13800 N Rd. Make an immediate right on Maple Grove Rd and follow South about 3 miles along the river (stay right at Y) to the Hot Springs. This route is clear all winter.

From Preston, Idaho:

Winter route… Hwy 34 North from Preston 21 miles to mile marker 29 turn right on 13800 N Rd just after crossing a bridge over the Bear River. Make an immediate right turn on Maple Grove Rd. and follow South about 3 miles along the river, stay right at the Y, to the Hot Springs. After Thanksgiving until May if you have an urge to use the Summer routes please call first and get a road update.

Summer route… Hwy 34 North from Preston 4 miles to Hwy 36 turn right. Follow 36 about 13 miles to Maple Grove Rd (past Mink Creek) turn left on Maple Grove Rd and follow down the hill 2 miles to the river, turn left at the Y with Oneida Narrows Rd and you’re there.

Long trailers, motor homes and low clearance/fancy cars should still come in the “winter Route”, please do not try this road in snow, it is not plowed in Winter! This road is usually impassable from December – late April.

From Montpelier, Idaho:

Winter route… Hwy 89 from Montpelier to Ovid, turn right on Hwy 36 follow to Hwy 34 and turn right on 34. Take Hwy 34 about 17 miles to 13800 N Rd (about mile marker 29) then turn right on Maple Grove Rd and follow 3 miles South to the Hot Springs.

Summer route… Hwy 89 from Montpelier to Ovid turn right on Hwy 36 follow about 21 miles to Maple Grove Rd on the right. Follow Maple Grove Road downhill to the river, about 2 miles, and turn left at the Y.

Important: access is via Hwy 34 at mile marker 29 only — do not follow Google Maps directions via Hwy 36 / Mink Creek, which is inaccessible.

Maple Grove Hot Springs Soak Stats

• Season: All
• Overall Rating: A
• Elevation: 4,902
• Phone: (208) 425-6803
• County: Franklin County
• Address: 11386 Oneida Narrows Road, Thatcher, Idaho 83283 (40 minutes from Pocatello, ID)

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Do you need a reservation at Maple Grove Hot Springs?

Yes. Public soaking at Maple Grove Hot Springs is by reservation in 3-hour blocks, 10 AM to 9 PM, and walk-ins are not recommended — book by phone or online before you go. Sessions run $18 per adult on weekdays and $22 on weekends, and the springs are closed Wednesdays for pool cleaning.