Twin scalding geothermal pools on the Black Rock Desert north of Gerlach — a geologic viewpoint, NOT a soaking spring. Source pools run roughly 180-200°F with a recorded fatality (2000); no developed or documented safe pool exists. Remote BLM playa-edge site: undeveloped, unfenced banks, free.
Field facts
| Region | Humboldt County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 41.0513, -119.0288 |
| Agency | BLM Black Rock Desert–High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails NCA |
| Source temp | ~180°F / scalding pools fenced or steep-banked |
| Access | High-clearance / 4WD; playa only when dry |
| Facilities | None |
| Soaking | NO — scalding source; fatality on record; no safe pool |
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