As I was looking around for more fun things to do in the Lava Hot Springs area, I found a primitive hot spring on the banks of the Portneuf River. It didn't really have a name, so I'll just go with Croney Hot Spring since it's accessed via the Croney Road Sportsmans Access. It's less than half a mile to the springs, but it involves a river crossing to get there.
We crossed the river and hiked over to the spring. It obviously hadn't been visited for a while, judging from all of the moss and algae. It doesn't look very appetizing, does it! I felt the water and it felt great! I felt like Goldilocks eating the baby bear's porridge- this one feels just right!
We had a great little soak and watched a rainstorm roll in and felt a few drops fall.
My 2 year old really liked the hot spring and kept saying " I Yike It! I Yike It!" I "yike" hot springs too. All too soon it was time to get out and move on.
Here's a last shot of us crossing the river. The deepest it got was about mid-thigh, but I'm sure there are deeper spots. Back at the car, I talked to a local who enjoys the spring during the duck hunt. He just sits and soaks, waiting for ducks to fly overhead.
Nearest City: Bancroft, ID
Location: N° W°
Time Needed: 1 hour +
Difficulty: High (only because the river crossing)
Kid Friendly:
Additional Info: Don't dunk your head at this or any hot spring! Hot springs can have some pretty funky bacteria and it's just not worth risking a stay at the hospital.
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