Sharkey Hot Springs
OpenOpen seasons
Conditions checked November 2026
- Access
- Roadside, drive-up (BLM site)
- Price
- Sharkey Hot Springs Pass required for visitors aged 16 and older, via Recreation.gov (no price printed in the listing)
- Accommodations
- No camping or overnight use at the site; nearest camping is in Salmon-Challis National Forest
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sharkey Hot Springs cost?
A Sharkey Hot Springs Pass is required for visitors aged 16 and older, bought through Recreation.gov. The listing does not print the pass price.
Can I camp at Sharkey Hot Springs?
No. There is no camping or overnight use at the site; the nearest camping is in the Salmon-Challis National Forest.
Is Sharkey Hot Springs open right now?
Yes, it is open. The BLM completed the vandalism repairs and reopened the site on November 5, 2026.
How do I get to Sharkey Hot Springs?
It is a roadside, drive-up BLM site just off Highway 93 near Baker, south of Salmon. No hike is involved.
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