Frenchman’s Bend Hot Spring
Ketchum, Idaho3.9 (15 reviews on Google)
In Ketchum, Idaho, Frenchman’s Bend Hot Spring is a short way off Warm Springs Road — under a quarter mile. Classed here as an undeveloped backcountry pool, though no source on file confirms that. NOAA lists 124°F at the vent here — a scalding reading above 110°F. Entry is free and nothing on file lists any amenities. No verified note on whether clothing is required, optional, or banned.
Source: NOAA thermal springs survey — WARFIELD HOT SPRING, 0.19 mi
At a glance
Water temp
Above 110°F — risk of burns; test before entering
NOAA thermal springs survey — WARFIELD HOT SPRING, 0.19 mi
Survey-measured
Road required
Any car
Unverified
Getting there
Paved Road
Unverified
Clothing
Unverified
Unverified
Camping on site
Not indicated
Unverified
Cell service
Not confirmed
Information verified: — roads and policies change without notice.
Conditions at the spring
What we can actually confirm
Every attribute shows its source. Where nothing confirms it, we say so rather than guess.
Clothing policy
Unverified
Vehicle needed
Not confirmed
Getting to the water
Paved Road
Camping on site
Not indicated
Development
Primitive/Backcountry
The water
Tips before you go
Practical notes from operators, land managers and published sources — plus reviews written here.
It's right at the bend of the road where the directions say you've arrived and it's hard to see if you arrive when it's dark.
9/10 Accessibility (All accessible from road side, just a short walk from the parking area).
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Contact & location
Address: 1080 W Warm Spgs Rd, Ketchum, ID 83340
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