Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool
Clothing-optional hot spring in Idaho, United States
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool is a hot spring where nudity is tolerated in Idaho, United States. It lies within Clearwater National Forest, managed by Forest Service Region 01 Northern. The spring water has been measured at about 48°C (118°F). Average air temperatures peak in July at 17°C (62°F).
Weather and water temperature at Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Rain |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7°C | 137 mm |
| February | -6°C | 111 mm |
| March | -3°C | 130 mm |
| April | 1°C | 99 mm |
| May | 7°C | 93 mm |
| June | 11°C | 86 mm |
| July | 17°C | 23 mm |
| August | 16°C | 33 mm |
| September | 12°C | 44 mm |
| October | 4°C | 95 mm |
| November | -2°C | 128 mm |
| December | -7°C | 140 mm |
Visiting
- Part of Clearwater National Forest, managed by Forest Service Region 01 Northern · public access: open.
- Coordinates: 46.46273, -114.87312 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Idaho?
- Before you soak, read our hot spring etiquette guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool clothing optional?
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a site, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in United States before you go.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.