Idaho County, Idaho
Weir Creek Hot Springs
Weir Creek Hot Springs sits in the Clearwater National Forest along the Lochsa River corridor — the same US-12 (Lewis & Clark Highway) stretch that hosts Jerry Johnson Hot Springs about 12 miles to the west.
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About this place
Weir Creek Hot Springs sits in the Clearwater National Forest along the Lochsa River corridor — the same US-12 (Lewis & Clark Highway) stretch that hosts Jerry Johnson Hot Springs about 12 miles to the west. The two springs share a similar backcountry character but draw different crowds: Weir Creek is less visited and has a stronger C/O culture, while Jerry Johnson sees more casual traffic from the larger campground nearby.
A short forested trail (under a mile round trip) leads from the highway pullout to the main soaking pool, where warm water flows down a rocky cascade into a log-bordered natural tub. Temperatures run around 100–104°F year-round. The forest setting — dense fir and cedar above the Lochsa — makes this feel genuinely remote despite the highway proximity. In winter, the contrast between cold mountain air and hot water is exceptional.
Clothing-optional nudity is the norm at Weir Creek, where the self-selecting crowd of repeat visitors has established a consistent naturist atmosphere. First-timers comfortable with backcountry hot springs will find it welcoming.
Visitor notes
Contributed by ClothingOptional.org Editorial Team
Who visits
Lochsa corridor regulars, Idaho hot springs circuit travelers, Pacific Northwest backcountry types. Less crowded than Jerry Johnson most of the year.
How to find it
Drive US-12 east from Lowell, ID, approximately 20 miles to the Weir Creek trailhead pullout on the south side of the highway near milepost 142. A short trail leads to the springs. GPS coordinates are approximate — look for other cars at the pullout.
Things to watch out for
Highway pullout parking is limited. The trail can be muddy in spring. In high runoff season, the Lochsa is powerful and cold — stay out of the main river. Pack out all trash; the forest has no facilities at the trailhead.
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Etiquette & ground rules
Nude is the norm — textiles are welcomed but a heads-up is considerate. Keep group sizes small to leave pool space for others. No fires, no glass containers near the water.
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