Silver Creek Plunge
Open
Winter schedule (Nov 1 to May 1): open Friday and Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, Sunday 10 am to 4 pm; closed Monday through Thursday.Open seasons
Conditions checked November 2026 · Fees verified November 2026
- Access
- Winter (Nov 1 to May 1): Fri to Sat 10 am to 6 pm, Sun 10 am to 4 pm, closed Mon to Thu. Summer: open daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM; pool closed Wednesdays until after 6 pm for cleaning. Road open to all vehicles as of the operator's Oct 30, 2026 update; winter conditions can change with snow.
- Price
- Ages 2 to 12 $12; ages 13 to 59 $15; seniors 60+ $12; children 24 months and under free. Evening swim (last 2 hours) $10. 3-day pass: $10 adults / $8 children and seniors per day.
- Reservations
- No reservations needed for the pool. Cabins book by phone (208) 739-3400 or online.
- Accommodations
- A-frames $99/night (sleep 4); Family Cabins $139/night (sleep 6); Deluxe Family Units $169/night; tent and RV spots $15/night, first come, first served.
Plan Your Visit
Silver Creek Plunge is a remote mountain hot springs resort in the Boise National Forest north of Crouch, Idaho. The centerpiece is a roughly 186,000-gallon swimming pool fed by natural hot spring water that emerges at 100–104°F. The pool stays open year-round, including in winter, because nearby Silver Creek keeps the setting green and flowing in every season. In summer, the resort is easy to reach by road. As of Oct. 30, 2026, the road to Silver Creek Plunge is open for all vehicles; winter access can change with snow.
Silver Creek Plunge Rates and Hours
- Pool Hours: Summer: daily 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM (pool closed Wednesdays until around 7:00 PM for cleaning). Winter (Nov 1 – May 1): Friday–Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday 10 am – 4 pm, closed Monday–Thursday.
- Day Swim: 24 months and under free; ages 2–12 $12; ages 13–59 $15; seniors 60+ $12
- Evening Swim (last 2 hours): $10
- 3-Day Pass (per day): Adults $10; children and seniors $8
- A-Frames: $99 per night (sleep 4)
- Family Cabins: $139 per night (sleep 6)
- Check-in 3:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM
- Cabin reservations by phone: (208) 739-3400
- Address: 2345 Silver Creek Rd, Garden Valley, ID 83622
Silver Creek Plunge Driving Directions
From Crouch, follow the Middle Fork Road north roughly 22 miles to Silver Creek Plunge. The road usually opens around mid-April; expect mud and four-wheel-drive conditions in spring. As of Oct. 30, 2026, the road to Silver Creek Plunge is open for all vehicles; winter access can change with snow.
GPS: 44.330, -115.802
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to swim at Silver Creek Plunge?
Day swim is $15 for ages 13 to 59, $12 for ages 2 to 12 and seniors 60+, and free for children 24 months and under. The evening swim, the last 2 hours of the day, is $10, and a 3-day pass brings the daily cost to $10 for adults and $8 for children and seniors.
How hot is the pool at Silver Creek Plunge?
The source water enters the pool at 100 to 104°F and the pool averages about 100°F. The pool holds roughly 186,000 gallons.
When is Silver Creek Plunge open in winter?
From November 1 to May 1, the pool and store are open Friday and Saturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm, and closed Monday through Thursday. In summer the pool is open daily, closing Wednesdays until after 6 pm for cleaning.
Do I need a reservation at Silver Creek Plunge?
No reservations are needed for the pool. Cabins and A-frames book by phone at (208) 739-3400 or online.
Can I stay overnight at Silver Creek Plunge?
Yes. A-frames are $99 a night (sleep 4), Family Cabins $139 (sleep 6), Deluxe Family Units $169, and tent or RV spots $15 a night, first come, first served.
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