Hot Spring
Washoe County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Historic geothermal field south of Reno named for steam columns that early travelers likened to a steamboat. Rhyolite domes, sinter, fumaroles, and mineral springs supported 19th-century spas and boxing camps; a commercial mineral spa still operates, Ormat geothermal plants occupy part of the field, and Nevada Historical Marker #198 stands along US-395 Alt.
| Region | Washoe County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 39.3885, -119.7435 |
| Landmark | Nevada Historical Marker #198 |
| Geology | Pleistocene rhyolite domes + active geothermal |
| Soak | Private day-spa tubs (reservations); wild vents not open |
| Also | Steamboat Hills geothermal complex (Ormat) |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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