Bear Creek Hot Springs

Directions

From Irwin, Idaho

1. Head southeast toward Old Irwin Rd (161 ft)
2. Turn left onto Old Irwin Rd (0.1 mi)
3. Turn right onto US-26 E (6.2 mi)
4. Turn right onto Forest Rd 277 (0.4 mi)
5. Turn right to stay on Forest Rd 277 (0.1 mi)
6. Turn left to stay on Forest Rd 277 (1.7 mi)
7. Sharp left onto Forest Rd 076 (2.6 mi)
8. Turn right onto Bear Creek Rd (5.6 mi)
9. Turn right
   Destination will be on the left
   (0.3 mi)

The trail follows Bear Creek upstream (West) from the trailhead. The main trail crossed the river six times in the first four miles. Before each set, there's a detour to the right (North) that will take you up the hill and around the crossings. That will really save you when the water's higher. The first set has four crossings and the second set has two. At about 4 miles, you'll come to the North Fork of Bear Creek.  If you've been detouring, it will look like another up and around detour. Don't do it. Follow the trail to cross over the North Fork and continue. About a mile further, you'll see Warm Springs Creek come in on your left (South). That's the really hard way to get there. Follow Bear Creek another 1/4 mile and watch off to your left(South) for a dirt bike trail up the hill. At this point, the leisurely hike is pretty much over. Follow the trail up South the hill. At one point, you'll cross over a little ravine. After that, there's about a mile or less  to go. There's a pretty good campsite near the springs and the trail goes right to it.