Outdoors NearbyHot springs near Albuquerque, NM
7 hot springs open to the public lie within 100 miles of Albuquerque. The closest is Jemez Springs Bath House, about 48 miles away near Jemez Springs. 4 are free on public land and 3 sell day passes.
Closest first
- Jemez Springs Bath House Day pass
- Jemez Hot Springs Day pass
- McCauley Warm Spring Free
- Spence Hot Spring Free
- San Antonio Hot Springs Free
- Montezuma Hot Springs Free
- Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Day pass
Best time to soak: Albuquerque
From November to February average highs near Albuquerque stay at 47 to 57 °F, with nights down to 26 °F. From December to February lows average 26 to 30 °F, so paths and decks around the pools can ice over and dirt roads may close. From June to August highs reach 89 to 91 °F. Many people skip midday soaks in summer and come back after sunset.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48 °F | 26 °F | 1 |
| Feb | 54 °F | 30 °F | 1 |
| Mar | 63 °F | 36 °F | 1 |
| Apr | 70 °F | 43 °F | 2 |
| May | 80 °F | 52 °F | 1 |
| Jun | 90 °F | 62 °F | 2 |
| Jul | 91 °F | 67 °F | 4 |
| Aug | 89 °F | 65 °F | 4 |
| Sep | 83 °F | 58 °F | 3 |
| Oct | 71 °F | 46 °F | 2 |
| Nov | 57 °F | 34 °F | 2 |
| Dec | 47 °F | 27 °F | 2 |
More to do nearby
- Bennie Hargrove Park Dog Park (dog park, 1 mi)
- Green Chile Skateboards (skatepark, 2 mi)
- Travertine Falls (waterfall, 15 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
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Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hot spring to Albuquerque?
Jemez Springs Bath House, about 48 miles in a straight line. Next are Jemez Hot Springs (49 mi) and McCauley Warm Spring (51 mi).
Are there free hot springs near Albuquerque?
Yes: McCauley Warm Spring (51 mi), Spence Hot Spring (53 mi), San Antonio Hot Springs (59 mi) and Montezuma Hot Springs (86 mi). Check each page for passes, hikes and road conditions.
Which hot springs are within an hour or so of Albuquerque?
Within about 50 miles: Jemez Springs Bath House and Jemez Hot Springs. Mountain roads can make the drive longer than the distance suggests.