There’s nothing like a soothing dip in a natural hot spring to make you feel like you’re royalty. Letting warm, mineral-rich waters soak away stress and soothe the body is one of nature’s greatest treats. Check out these incredible hot springs across the nation and let the amazing views and therapeutic waters deliver the bath of a lifetime.
- Dunton Hot Springs in Telluride, Colorado
Dunton Hot Springs
Dunton Hot Springs Hot water is nice and all, but the real draw of Dunton is the incredible natural landscape. Colorado’s premiere glamping destination features six therapeutic pools, including a soaking pool inside a gorgeous restored 19th-century bathhouse. If you’d rather soak out in the open, Dunton offers some of the best scenery around. Check out more amazing Colorado hot springs here. Dunton, CO 81323, USA
- Morning Glory Pool in Teton County, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Tabitha Kaylee Hawk/Flickr As pretty as it looks, this is one hot spring you don’t want to dive into. The jewel-tones of the water are actually due to bacteria that inhabit the hot spring. On a few rare occasions, Morning Glory pool has erupted into a geyser, usually following an earthquake. Check out more amazing Wyoming hot springs here. Yellowstone National Park, United States
- Glenwood Hot Springs in Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Glenwood Hot Springs/Facebook This luxury resort features the world’s largest hot springs pool, two water slides, a mini golf course, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountainside. Whether you come to cure your ailments or warm your spirit, you’ll definitely sleep better with complimentary hot spring soaking and swimming included with each night’s stay. Check out more amazing Colorado hot springs here. 415 E 6th St, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601, USA
- Travertine Hot Springs in Bridgeport, California
Matt Artz/Flickr Nestled in the eastern Sierras is a town called Bridgeport, which is home to one of the most spectacular hot springs in northern California. Mineral deposits create the most amazing red, green and orange colors in the surrounding rocks. The waters are steaming and fragrant, and the view of the Sierra Nevada mountain range is spectacular. Check out more amazing Northern California hot springs here. Travertine Hot Springs, Bridgeport, CA 93517, USA
- Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in Anaconda, Montana
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort/Facebook Fairmont is a family-friendly hot springs destination. With a 350-foot water slide, two soaking tubs, a huge indoor swimming pool, a golf course, a children’s playground and a spa, there’s something here for everyone. Check out more amazing Montana hot springs here. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, 1500 Fairmont Rd, Anaconda, MT 59711, USA
- Abyss Pool in West Thumb, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Pablo/Flickr In 1883, a visitor to the pool described is as “a great, pure, sparkling sapphire rippling with heat.” Since then, the pool has lost little of its grandeur. Measuring 53 feet deep and a steady 181 degrees Fahrenheit, this watery gem is not open for swimming but is a definite must-see on any tour of Yellowstone National Park. Check out more amazing Wyoming hot springs here. West Thumb Geyser Basin, Wyoming 82190, USA
- Black Rock Hot Spring in Gerlach, Nevada
Miles Actually/Flickr Black Rock Hot Spring is named after the (black) rock that the Black Rock Desert got its name from. You may be tempted to jump right in, but be sure to use the wooden plank to enter the main end of the pool: the other end can get scorching hot, and there’s nothing less soothing than second-degree burns. The spring water eventually flows into a small marshy area, and the surrounding desert landscape offers a sense of rugged tranquility and seclusion. Check out more amazing Nevada hot springs here. Black Rock Hot Springs, Nevada, USA
- Conundrum Hot Springs in Aspen, Colorado
Zach Dischner/Flickr
wanderstruck/Flickr Getting to this place requires a little exertion on your part – it’s about an 8.5 mile hike from the road – but your muscles will soon be in for the treat of their little muscle lives. This place offers jaw-dropping views; natural infinity pools with swirling, warm mineral water; an abundance of flowering plant life for the naturalist in you; and therapeutic peace and quiet. The hike might deter less determined soakers, but that just means there’s more beauty and tranquility left for you. Check out more amazing Colorado hot springs here. Conundrum Hot Springs, Colorado 81611, USA
- Bagby Hot Springs in Oregon
IndigoFairyX/Wikimedia If you’re up for the 1.5 mile hike to this secluded cabin complex, you’ll be rewarded with one of the best hot springs destination in Oregon. Situated under the dramatic eaves of the towering northwest Oregon forest, these bathhouses are a fairytale woodland retreat from the stress and bustle of daily life. Check out more amazing Oregon hot springs here. Bagby Hot Springs, Oregon, USA
- Goldstrike Canyon Hot Springs in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nevada
Melody O./Yelp
Lilly Y./Yelp Even with more than 300 naturally occurring hot springs peppered throughout Nevada, Goldstrike Canyon Hot Springs holds its own. After hiking Goldstrike Canyon for approximately two miles (there is some clambering and scrambling required, so bring sturdy shoes and some adventurous spirit), you’ll arrive at a large pool flanked by bubbling waterfalls and several smaller pools. The waters are between 70 and 144 degrees Fahrenheit, and many are deep enough for swimming about. Plus, you can’t beat the view. Check out more amazing Nevada hot springs here. Gold Strike Hot Springs Trail, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA
- Breitenbush Hot Springs Retreat in Detroit, Oregon
Breitenbush Hot Springs Retreat and Conference Center/Facebook
Geoff/Flickr This relaxing sanctuary features natural hot springs, historical hiking trails, wellbeing workshops, and an amazing dedication to the preservation of natural beauty and the cultivation of a healthful community. This is a full-featured cabin retreat, so whether you long to able through the woods and meditate; soak for hours in the rejuvenating hot springs; or you just want to hunker down in a cozy cabin and get through your reading list, this is an incredible place to hide away from the world for a bit. Check out more amazing Oregon hot springs here. Breitenbush Hot Springs, Oregon 97342, USA
- The Quapaw Baths and Spa in Hot Springs, Arkansas
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Quapaw Baths and Spa LLC/Facebook A town named Hot Springs better have some pretty fantastic bubbly bathing options to show for it. If trekking through the desert or hiking up mountains isn’t for you, but you still long for a good mineral soak, then this luxury spa is just the ticket. The bathhouse was constructed in 1922 in the Spanish Colonial Revival style and its huge central dome is a work of art in itself. A hotspot (ha) during the Roaring 20s, this bathhouse now caters to those looking for a bit of pampering and royal treatment. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here. Quapaw Baths & Spa, 413 Central Ave, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901, USA
- Fifth Water Hot Springs in Diamond Fork Canyon, Utah
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Kristen/BearfootTheory.com Also called Diamond Fork Hot Springs, these bathing pools are tucked away about 2.5 miles from the mail Diamond Fork Canyon trailhead. Featuring several stepped soaking pools and a gorgeous, sparkling waterfall, this hot spring looks like something out of Wonderland. The waters do smell slightly sulfurous, but just look at that turquoise color. Stunning. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here. Fifth Water Hot Springs Trail Start, Diamond Fork Rd, Springville, UT 84663, USA
- Granite Hot Springs in Sublette County, Wyoming
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Brandon C/Flickr Located in the Bridger-Teton National Forest and nestled in the Gros Ventre Mountains, this spot is sure to completely relax you. It’s a quick drive from the main road in the summer. However, during the winter, the only way to get to this beautiful spring is by snowmobile, dog sled or cross-country skiing. The water temperature ranges from 93º in the summer to 112º in the winter, and the view from the soaking pool is amazing. Learn more about this amazing spring here. Granite Hot Springs Pool, Wyoming 83001, USA
- Sol Duc Hot Springs in Olympic National Park, Washington
Sol Duc Hot Springs / Yelp You don’t have to travel to the southwestern states to have a soothing soak in a hot spring. This gorgeous spa in the heart of magnificent Olympic National Park offers three mineral hot spring soaking pools and one freshwater pool. Temperatures vary between the different pools, from about 99F to 104F. All of the springs are drained nightly, cleaned and then filled again naturally. The resort is surrounded by old growth trees and the sounds of nature. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here. Sol Duc-Hot Springs Road, Sol Duc-Hot Springs Rd, Washington 98363, USA
- Chena Hot Springs in Fairbanks, Alaska
Kenneth J./Yelp
Brandon Y./Yelp This hot spring is an amazing place to catch a breathtaking, complimentary light-show. Besides the soothing hot waters, this resort offers freshly grown produce (from their state of the art greenhouses) and thrilling dogsled rides through the snow. The best time to visit for prime Aurora viewing is between the months of August-May. The resort even offers “aurora wake up calls” so you can be alerted by phone when the lights are on display. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here. Chena Hot Springs Road, Chena Hot Springs Rd, Alaska 99712, USA
Have you ever been to any of these incredible hot springs? Know of any other amazing hot springs spots? Let us know in the comments.
Dunton Hot Springs
Hot water is nice and all, but the real draw of Dunton is the incredible natural landscape. Colorado’s premiere glamping destination features six therapeutic pools, including a soaking pool inside a gorgeous restored 19th-century bathhouse. If you’d rather soak out in the open, Dunton offers some of the best scenery around. Check out more amazing Colorado hot springs here.
Dunton, CO 81323, USA
Tabitha Kaylee Hawk/Flickr
As pretty as it looks, this is one hot spring you don’t want to dive into. The jewel-tones of the water are actually due to bacteria that inhabit the hot spring. On a few rare occasions, Morning Glory pool has erupted into a geyser, usually following an earthquake. Check out more amazing Wyoming hot springs here.
Yellowstone National Park, United States
Glenwood Hot Springs/Facebook
This luxury resort features the world’s largest hot springs pool, two water slides, a mini golf course, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountainside. Whether you come to cure your ailments or warm your spirit, you’ll definitely sleep better with complimentary hot spring soaking and swimming included with each night’s stay. Check out more amazing Colorado hot springs here.
415 E 6th St, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601, USA
Matt Artz/Flickr
Nestled in the eastern Sierras is a town called Bridgeport, which is home to one of the most spectacular hot springs in northern California. Mineral deposits create the most amazing red, green and orange colors in the surrounding rocks. The waters are steaming and fragrant, and the view of the Sierra Nevada mountain range is spectacular. Check out more amazing Northern California hot springs here.
Travertine Hot Springs, Bridgeport, CA 93517, USA
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort/Facebook
Fairmont is a family-friendly hot springs destination. With a 350-foot water slide, two soaking tubs, a huge indoor swimming pool, a golf course, a children’s playground and a spa, there’s something here for everyone. Check out more amazing Montana hot springs here.
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, 1500 Fairmont Rd, Anaconda, MT 59711, USA
Pablo/Flickr
In 1883, a visitor to the pool described is as “a great, pure, sparkling sapphire rippling with heat.” Since then, the pool has lost little of its grandeur. Measuring 53 feet deep and a steady 181 degrees Fahrenheit, this watery gem is not open for swimming but is a definite must-see on any tour of Yellowstone National Park. Check out more amazing Wyoming hot springs here.
West Thumb Geyser Basin, Wyoming 82190, USA
Miles Actually/Flickr
Black Rock Hot Spring is named after the (black) rock that the Black Rock Desert got its name from. You may be tempted to jump right in, but be sure to use the wooden plank to enter the main end of the pool: the other end can get scorching hot, and there’s nothing less soothing than second-degree burns. The spring water eventually flows into a small marshy area, and the surrounding desert landscape offers a sense of rugged tranquility and seclusion. Check out more amazing Nevada hot springs here.
Black Rock Hot Springs, Nevada, USA
Zach Dischner/Flickr
wanderstruck/Flickr
Getting to this place requires a little exertion on your part – it’s about an 8.5 mile hike from the road – but your muscles will soon be in for the treat of their little muscle lives. This place offers jaw-dropping views; natural infinity pools with swirling, warm mineral water; an abundance of flowering plant life for the naturalist in you; and therapeutic peace and quiet. The hike might deter less determined soakers, but that just means there’s more beauty and tranquility left for you. Check out more amazing Colorado hot springs here.
Conundrum Hot Springs, Colorado 81611, USA
IndigoFairyX/Wikimedia
If you’re up for the 1.5 mile hike to this secluded cabin complex, you’ll be rewarded with one of the best hot springs destination in Oregon. Situated under the dramatic eaves of the towering northwest Oregon forest, these bathhouses are a fairytale woodland retreat from the stress and bustle of daily life. Check out more amazing Oregon hot springs here.
Bagby Hot Springs, Oregon, USA
Melody O./Yelp
Lilly Y./Yelp
Even with more than 300 naturally occurring hot springs peppered throughout Nevada, Goldstrike Canyon Hot Springs holds its own. After hiking Goldstrike Canyon for approximately two miles (there is some clambering and scrambling required, so bring sturdy shoes and some adventurous spirit), you’ll arrive at a large pool flanked by bubbling waterfalls and several smaller pools. The waters are between 70 and 144 degrees Fahrenheit, and many are deep enough for swimming about. Plus, you can’t beat the view. Check out more amazing Nevada hot springs here.
Gold Strike Hot Springs Trail, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA
Breitenbush Hot Springs Retreat and Conference Center/Facebook
Geoff/Flickr
This relaxing sanctuary features natural hot springs, historical hiking trails, wellbeing workshops, and an amazing dedication to the preservation of natural beauty and the cultivation of a healthful community. This is a full-featured cabin retreat, so whether you long to able through the woods and meditate; soak for hours in the rejuvenating hot springs; or you just want to hunker down in a cozy cabin and get through your reading list, this is an incredible place to hide away from the world for a bit. Check out more amazing Oregon hot springs here.
Breitenbush Hot Springs, Oregon 97342, USA
360 Photo Inc/Google Maps
Quapaw Baths and Spa LLC/Facebook
A town named Hot Springs better have some pretty fantastic bubbly bathing options to show for it. If trekking through the desert or hiking up mountains isn’t for you, but you still long for a good mineral soak, then this luxury spa is just the ticket. The bathhouse was constructed in 1922 in the Spanish Colonial Revival style and its huge central dome is a work of art in itself. A hotspot (ha) during the Roaring 20s, this bathhouse now caters to those looking for a bit of pampering and royal treatment. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here.
Quapaw Baths & Spa, 413 Central Ave, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901, USA
Kristen/BearfootTheory.com
Also called Diamond Fork Hot Springs, these bathing pools are tucked away about 2.5 miles from the mail Diamond Fork Canyon trailhead. Featuring several stepped soaking pools and a gorgeous, sparkling waterfall, this hot spring looks like something out of Wonderland. The waters do smell slightly sulfurous, but just look at that turquoise color. Stunning. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here.
Fifth Water Hot Springs Trail Start, Diamond Fork Rd, Springville, UT 84663, USA
m01229/Flickr
Brandon C/Flickr
Located in the Bridger-Teton National Forest and nestled in the Gros Ventre Mountains, this spot is sure to completely relax you. It’s a quick drive from the main road in the summer. However, during the winter, the only way to get to this beautiful spring is by snowmobile, dog sled or cross-country skiing. The water temperature ranges from 93º in the summer to 112º in the winter, and the view from the soaking pool is amazing. Learn more about this amazing spring here.
Granite Hot Springs Pool, Wyoming 83001, USA
Sol Duc Hot Springs / Yelp
You don’t have to travel to the southwestern states to have a soothing soak in a hot spring. This gorgeous spa in the heart of magnificent Olympic National Park offers three mineral hot spring soaking pools and one freshwater pool. Temperatures vary between the different pools, from about 99F to 104F. All of the springs are drained nightly, cleaned and then filled again naturally. The resort is surrounded by old growth trees and the sounds of nature. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here.
Sol Duc-Hot Springs Road, Sol Duc-Hot Springs Rd, Washington 98363, USA
Kenneth J./Yelp
Brandon Y./Yelp
This hot spring is an amazing place to catch a breathtaking, complimentary light-show. Besides the soothing hot waters, this resort offers freshly grown produce (from their state of the art greenhouses) and thrilling dogsled rides through the snow. The best time to visit for prime Aurora viewing is between the months of August-May. The resort even offers “aurora wake up calls” so you can be alerted by phone when the lights are on display. Learn more about this amazing hot spring here.
Chena Hot Springs Road, Chena Hot Springs Rd, Alaska 99712, USA
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The OIYS Visitor Center
Hot Springs in the U.S. January 31, 2022 Tori Jane How many natural hot springs in the U.S. are there? We suppose this might have a lot to do with which kind of natural springs you’re looking for! The United States is home to 1,161 known thermal springs, which are hot springs heated by geothermal heat (heat within the Earth). Then there are mineral springs, natural springs, etc., and there are thousands of each of those, too. The state that has the most natural hot springs might surprise you! It’s not Wyoming, Alaska, or Colorado (the most commonly guessed states) - it’s Nevada! Home to more than 300 amazing springs, Nevada easily takes the first-place hot springs ribbon. Colorado is home to 93 natural springs, Alaska is home to more than 20, and Wyoming is home to 173 (some of which are WAY too hot or acidic for soaking). There are natural hot springs in all 50 states, though obviously, some have many more than others, which might just have one or two. Check out this list of 47 amazing hot springs in Arkansas! What are some of the best winter getaways in the U.S.? Winter is a beautiful time of year for those who enjoy crisp, cold air and beautiful, snowy landscapes. There are countless places to get away from it all scattered across the country, though some states do tend to see more wintertime traffic than others. For example, some of our favorite winter getaways in the U.S. include several in Colorado, like Telluride, Steamboat Springs, Estes Park, Aspen, and Breckenridge. Alaska is another big one, with amazing getaway destinations in Anchorage, Nome, and Denali. You could even try your hand at dog sledding in Alaska during the coldest months! Idaho is home to the first-ever ski resort in the country (yep, Idaho): Sun Valley. Other top-notch destinations include bobsledding in Utah, touring the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and cross-country skiing in Vermont. Honestly, no matter what state you choose, you’ll find plenty of amazing getaways and wintertime adventures to remember forever.
The OIYS Visitor Center
Hot Springs in the U.S.
January 31, 2022
Tori Jane
How many natural hot springs in the U.S. are there? We suppose this might have a lot to do with which kind of natural springs you’re looking for! The United States is home to 1,161 known thermal springs, which are hot springs heated by geothermal heat (heat within the Earth). Then there are mineral springs, natural springs, etc., and there are thousands of each of those, too. The state that has the most natural hot springs might surprise you! It’s not Wyoming, Alaska, or Colorado (the most commonly guessed states) - it’s Nevada! Home to more than 300 amazing springs, Nevada easily takes the first-place hot springs ribbon. Colorado is home to 93 natural springs, Alaska is home to more than 20, and Wyoming is home to 173 (some of which are WAY too hot or acidic for soaking). There are natural hot springs in all 50 states, though obviously, some have many more than others, which might just have one or two. Check out this list of 47 amazing hot springs in Arkansas! What are some of the best winter getaways in the U.S.? Winter is a beautiful time of year for those who enjoy crisp, cold air and beautiful, snowy landscapes. There are countless places to get away from it all scattered across the country, though some states do tend to see more wintertime traffic than others. For example, some of our favorite winter getaways in the U.S. include several in Colorado, like Telluride, Steamboat Springs, Estes Park, Aspen, and Breckenridge. Alaska is another big one, with amazing getaway destinations in Anchorage, Nome, and Denali. You could even try your hand at dog sledding in Alaska during the coldest months! Idaho is home to the first-ever ski resort in the country (yep, Idaho): Sun Valley. Other top-notch destinations include bobsledding in Utah, touring the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and cross-country skiing in Vermont. Honestly, no matter what state you choose, you’ll find plenty of amazing getaways and wintertime adventures to remember forever.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
We suppose this might have a lot to do with which kind of natural springs you’re looking for! The United States is home to 1,161 known thermal springs, which are hot springs heated by geothermal heat (heat within the Earth). Then there are mineral springs, natural springs, etc., and there are thousands of each of those, too. The state that has the most natural hot springs might surprise you! It’s not Wyoming, Alaska, or Colorado (the most commonly guessed states) - it’s Nevada! Home to more than 300 amazing springs, Nevada easily takes the first-place hot springs ribbon. Colorado is home to 93 natural springs, Alaska is home to more than 20, and Wyoming is home to 173 (some of which are WAY too hot or acidic for soaking). There are natural hot springs in all 50 states, though obviously, some have many more than others, which might just have one or two. Check out this list of 47 amazing hot springs in Arkansas!
What are some of the best winter getaways in the U.S.?
Winter is a beautiful time of year for those who enjoy crisp, cold air and beautiful, snowy landscapes. There are countless places to get away from it all scattered across the country, though some states do tend to see more wintertime traffic than others. For example, some of our favorite winter getaways in the U.S. include several in Colorado, like Telluride, Steamboat Springs, Estes Park, Aspen, and Breckenridge. Alaska is another big one, with amazing getaway destinations in Anchorage, Nome, and Denali. You could even try your hand at dog sledding in Alaska during the coldest months! Idaho is home to the first-ever ski resort in the country (yep, Idaho): Sun Valley. Other top-notch destinations include bobsledding in Utah, touring the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and cross-country skiing in Vermont. Honestly, no matter what state you choose, you’ll find plenty of amazing getaways and wintertime adventures to remember forever.
