Salmon Field Office

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. 
This site is located by traveling 19 miles southeast of Salmon on Highway 28 to Tendoy then turning north and following 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
  • Fee: $1.00/person, per day
  • 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


Sharkey Hot Springs

Salmon Field Office  |  1206 South Challis Street  |  Salmon, ID 83467
208-756-5400  |  Fax: 208-756-5436  |  Office hours: 7:45am - 4:30pm, M-F