Sharkey Hot Springs
This site is a popular destination for soaking, biking, picnicking and scenic viewing. It includes two soaking pools, restrooms, changing rooms, picnic tables, a large group fire ring and a parking area. The site is named for B.F. Sharkey, an early settler of Lemhi County. The springs were originally developed around 1890 and attracted people from the Lemhi Valley and Salmon River area.
Directions: 19 miles southeast of Salmon, Idaho.
Traveling southeast of Salmon on Highway 28 to Tendoy, then turn north and follow the signs for Warm Springs Road and Sharkey Hot Springs. The Hot Springs are located about 5 miles from Tendoy, Idaho.
Facilities/Fees:
- Use season: year-round, may need snowmachine in winter months
- No camping allowed at or near the site
- No dogs or use of soap, shampoo, detergents, or glass containers
POOLS ARE EMPTIED AND CLEANED ON WEDNESDAYS - 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
BLM Proposes Fee Increase at Sharkey Hot Springs to Maintain Quality of Site
The BLM Salmon Field Office is proposing to increase the fee at Sharkey Hot Springs from $1 per person per visit to $3 per car per visit, with a $20 annual pass. This site requires extensive weekly maintenance and the BLM needs to consider charging more money in order to continue to maintain this site at the current level of quality. For more information or to provide comments, contact:
Liz Townley
Outdoor Recreation Planner
etownley@blm.gov
208-756-5431
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