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142 hot springs that the public can visit, in 9 states: 56 free natural springs on public land and 79 pools and resorts with day passes. Every listing is checked against the land manager or operator, with the source on the page.

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    How we check hot springs

    We started from the national thermal springs list compiled by NOAA and the USGS (about 1,400 springs in the US) and OpenStreetMap. Most of those springs are on private ranches or are too hot or too remote to visit. We list a spring only after confirming public access on an official page: the Forest Service, BLM, National Park Service, a state park, or the operator's own site. Prices and hours show the date we checked them.

    Closed and private springs appear on the state pages without directions, so you know not to go.

    Hot springs questions

    How do I find hot springs near me?

    Type your city or ZIP code into the search above or use your location. We list 142 hot springs in 9 states that the public can visit, with distance, access and directions.

    Are there free hot springs?

    Yes. 56 of the springs we list are free and on public land, mostly in national forests and on BLM land in the West. Some need a parking pass, a hike or a high-clearance vehicle.

    Which state has the most hot springs?

    Among the springs we list, Idaho leads with 41, followed by Colorado (27) and New Mexico (22). Nevada and Idaho also have hundreds of springs on private land that are not open to visitors.

    Is it safe to soak in natural hot springs?

    Usually, if you follow a few rules: test the temperature before getting in, keep your head above water because of the rare Naegleria amoeba, limit soaks to 15–20 minutes, drink water and skip alcohol. Never enter thermal features in Yellowstone or other parks where soaking is banned.

    When is the best time to visit hot springs?

    Fall through early spring, when cool air makes hot water pleasant. Remote springs can be cut off by snow in winter and by high water in spring, so check road and creek conditions first.