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Natural hot springs, resorts and public pools in 91 countries, with maps, water temperatures, entry fees and the rules, checked against official sources.

Browse by country Hot springs in the USA

Six well-known springs, from a free riverside soak to a town pool off the interstate.

  • 103–107°F

    Strawberry Park Hot Springs

    Steamboat Springs, Colorado

    Type
    Rustic resort
    Getting there
    Drive in. 4WD Nov 1 to May 1
    Cost
    Paid, cash only, book ahead
  • 113°F

    Goldbug Hot Springs

    Near Salmon, Idaho

    Type
    Natural
    Getting there
    2-mile hike, steep finish
    Cost
    Free
  • 110–112°F

    Umpqua Hot Springs

    Umpqua National Forest, Oregon

    Type
    Natural
    Getting there
    0.3-mile steep trail
    Cost
    Day-use fee, daylight only
  • 100–102°F

    Fifth Water Hot Springs

    Diamond Fork Canyon, Utah

    Type
    Natural
    Getting there
    4.5-mile round-trip hike
    Cost
    Parking fee. Swimwear required
  • Varies

    Travertine Hot Springs

    Bridgeport, California

    Type
    Natural
    Getting there
    Short walk after 1 mile of dirt road
    Cost
    Free
  • 90–104°F

    Glenwood Hot Springs Pool

    Glenwood Springs, Colorado

    Type
    Public pool
    Getting there
    In town, off I-70
    Cost
    Paid

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Natural hot springs, resorts and public pools

Three very different ways to soak. The pin shape on the map tells you which kind a spring is.

  • Natural hot springs

    Undeveloped pools, often on national forest or BLM land. Many are free, some need a hike, and few have toilets or changing rooms. The land manager sets the rules.

    Best for hikers and road-trippers who are happy without facilities.

  • Hot springs resorts

    Soaking pools with lodging, massage and other services. Expect paid entry and, more and more often, timed reservations.

    Best for a planned getaway, an overnight stay or a soak with a massage.

  • Public hot springs pools

    Town pools filled with hot spring water, usually with lifeguards, changing rooms and family areas. Easy to reach and open most of the year.

    Best for families and an easy soak on the way through town.

Hot springs by country and region

91 countries, 467 regions

Every country and region where we list hot springs, from US states and Canadian provinces to Japanese prefectures and Icelandic regions. Linked names have a full guide; more are on the way.

Are there hot springs near me?

Very likely, if you live in the western United States. NOAA's list of US thermal springs counts 1,661 hot and warm springs, most of them in the West, with a few elsewhere, such as Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas. Outside the US, start from your country in the list above.

How to visit a natural hot spring safely

Thermal pools are not hot tubs. A few habits keep you, and the spring, in good shape.

  • Test the water firstFeel each pool with your hand. Some sources run well above scalding, and the hottest water is usually nearest the source.
  • Keep your head above waterUntreated warm water can carry harmful organisms, so avoid dunking or swallowing it.
  • Soak in short spellsIn pools above 105°F, get out every 10 to 15 minutes, cool down and drink water. Skip alcohol.
  • Check access before you driveWinter gates, 4WD rules and seasonal closures change often, so check with the land manager or operator before you set off.
  • Leave no soap or trashNatural pools have no filters. Pack out everything you bring, and never use soap or shampoo.
  • Follow the posted rulesClothing rules, hours and age limits vary from one spring to the next, even in the same valley.

How we check our information

Each fact on a page comes from the land manager, the spring's own website, a government agency or an official tourism board, and every page shows the date we last reviewed it. If we can't confirm something, we leave it out rather than guess.

  • Closures and alerts from the land manager: the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, state parks and their equivalents abroad.
  • Hours, prices and rules from the operator's own website.
  • Road and access rules from transport departments and local authorities.
  • Weather forecasts on US hot spring pages load live from the National Weather Service.

Conditions change between reviews, so confirm access, hours and fees with the land manager or operator before you go.

Look for this at the top of every page:

Last reviewed

Hot springs FAQ

How do I find hot springs near me?

Start from your country, or your state in the US, in the list on this page. Each guide maps every hot spring we list there and picks out the best, with water temperature where it is known, entry fees and how you reach the pools.

Are hot springs free?

Some are. Many natural hot springs on public land are free, such as Goldbug Hot Springs in Idaho, while others charge a parking or day-use fee, such as Umpqua Hot Springs in Oregon. Resorts and public pools charge admission.

Are hot springs clothing optional?

Only some are, and each spring sets its own rule. Swimwear is required at Fifth Water Hot Springs in Utah, while Strawberry Park Hot Springs in Colorado becomes adults-only and clothing optional after dark. Check the rules for each spring before you go.

What is the best water temperature for a hot spring?

Between about 95°F and 104°F for most people. Most soaking pools run in that range, and 104°F is the most the US Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends for hot tubs. Above that, soak in short spells, and test the water first, since some sources run far hotter.

Can I visit hot springs in winter?

Yes, but access often changes. Some roads close or need four-wheel drive in winter. Strawberry Park Hot Springs requires a 4WD vehicle with snow tires or chains from November 1 to May 1, and the gate to Fifth Water Hot Springs closes from mid-November to late April.