Outdoors NearbySan Francisco Hot Springs
Several primitive pools along the San Francisco River south of Glenwood. Pets must be leashed. San Francisco Hot Springs is on public land and free to visit.
| Access | Free, public land No fee or pass required. Dawn to dusk use; overnight parking allowed at the trailhead. |
|---|---|
| Type | Natural spring |
| Location | Glenwood, NM Managed by USFS Gila NF Directions |
| Water | 120 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980) |
| Hours | Dawn to dusk |
| Season | year-round |
| Parking | No fee; limited parking, no restrooms or drinking water |
| Dogs | Allowed (not in the pools) |
| Website | fs.usda.gov |
Best time to soak: San Francisco Hot Springs
From December to January average highs near Glenwood stay at 57 °F, with nights down to 23 °F. With lows at 23 to 30 °F from November to March, bring warm layers for getting out of the water. From June to August highs reach 89 to 91 °F. Hot water on a hot day dehydrates you fast, so soak in short sessions and drink water.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57 °F | 23 °F | 3 |
| Feb | 61 °F | 26 °F | 3 |
| Mar | 67 °F | 30 °F | 2 |
| Apr | 74 °F | 34 °F | 1 |
| May | 82 °F | 41 °F | 1 |
| Jun | 91 °F | 50 °F | 1 |
| Jul | 91 °F | 58 °F | 8 |
| Aug | 89 °F | 58 °F | 7 |
| Sep | 85 °F | 50 °F | 4 |
| Oct | 76 °F | 39 °F | 2 |
| Nov | 65 °F | 29 °F | 2 |
| Dec | 57 °F | 23 °F | 4 |
More to do nearby
- Sardine Falls (waterfall, 24 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
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Waterfalls nearby
- Sardine Falls (24 mi)
Sources
Access, prices and rules come from these official pages, checked October 2026. Hot springs close for weather, repairs or high water, so confirm before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does San Francisco Hot Springs cost?
Yes. San Francisco Hot Springs is on public land with no soaking fee; no fee; limited parking, no restrooms or drinking water.
How hot is San Francisco Hot Springs?
120 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980). Pool temperatures are usually lower than at the source and change with the season.
Can you bring dogs to San Francisco Hot Springs?
Dogs are allowed, but keep them out of the soaking pools and on a leash where required.
When is San Francisco Hot Springs open?
Dawn to dusk. year-round.