It is truly a wonder that a clouded white sulfur spring is gushing out by itself so close to the town.
Recommended for those who want to soak in the rich, thick water.
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If you don't know, you can't get there
The city of Wells, located in the northeastern corner of Nevada, is known for its Twelve Mile Hot Springs.
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ReferenceTwelve Mile Hot Springs [PRIVATE PROPERTY] - Hot Springs in Nevada
One of the largest outdoor hot springs in Nevada was giant. It was an undeveloped hot spring, but the pool was the right temperature for everyone and could be recommended. If only it weren't for that tricky trail. Collapsed bridge ...
Located in the mountains exactly 12 miles from the city, the hot springs are usually crowded with campers.
Few people know that three miles closer to town, there is another hot spring called 3 Mile Hot Springs.
After turning sharply right from the road leading to 12 Mile Hot Springs and following the dirt road for about a while, the road became muddy.
Tepid water was flowing from the grass on the left.
I parked the car in this area and walked for a few minutes to where the rocky slope was blackened.
Mineral-rich water
Just below the cliff, a bluish milky pond came into view.
The outlet of the pond water was caked with white precipitation.
The temperature of the running water was about 104 degrees F.
The creek I saw earlier seemed to start here.
Observation of the long, narrow pool revealed that it was artificially dammed by placing a large rock in front of it.
Looking back in the direction from which I came, a snow-capped mountain range rose over the empty wilderness.
A tremendously photogenic landscape.
Yet few people visit, probably because of its strong odor.
Sulfur smell from hot springs is generally recognized as a bad odor in the United States.
The grotesque algae overgrowth in some parts might be one of the reasons for the lack of public acceptance.
The temperature in the vicinity of the gushing point was high enough to allow for comfortable soaking without algae growth.
New hot water was gushing out of a crevice under the rock wall with such force that it was surging.
The depth was about 3 feet.
When I settled my body completely between the rocks, the water temp was about 113 degrees F, and felt quite hot at times.
The water was so thick that it coated the skin.
It was too unpopular to know if there were any rules regarding clothing.
As I looked around completely naked, without anyone's concern, I realized that I was in the midst of a picturesque landscape.
Feels so good!!!
If I lived in Wells, I would go to this place every day.
Summary
Three Mile Hot Spring, Wells, Nevada, U.S.
My rating
Type: Undeveloped
Rule: Clothing optional
Chemical use: No
Water temp: Up to 104 degrees F
