Walley Hot Springs - Genoa, Nevada
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N 38° 58.663 W 119° 49.981
11S E 254585 N 4318122
The Welley hot springs are formed from a fissure.
Waymark Code: WM8QGC
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 05/03/2010
Views: 11
The fee to enter is 20$.
The on-site histprical marker says:
Like many Nevada hot springs, these dot a fault break along which the mountains rise.
In 1862, along this Carson branch of the Emigrant Trail, David and Harriet Walley developed a $100,000 spa with 11 baths, a ballroom and gardens. The thermal waters (136 to 160 degrees Fahrenheit) became well known as a cure of "rheumatism and scrofulous affections." (sic)
It sold for a mere $5000 in 1896 but functioned as hotel until 1935 when it burned. Its former cool cellar you see is still in use.
In 1962, trial hydro-thermal power holes were drilled here as deep as 1,250 feet; maximum temperature is 181 degrees.
Temperature (F): 100-104
Temperature (C): 37-40
Type: Developed
Cost?: Use Fee
Open to the Public?: yes
Clothing Optional?: no
Other Amenities:
There are Spa services available by appointment.
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