Outdoors NearbyFifth Water Hot Springs
A string of travertine pools fed by sulfur springs along Fifth Water Creek in Diamond Fork Canyon. The pools sit beside cold waterfalls, so you can mix hot and cold water. You can soak at Fifth Water Hot Springs for free. Plan on hiking 2.25 miles each way to reach the water.
| Access | Free, public land On national forest land. No entry fee for the springs; the Forest Service charges a parking fee at the Three Forks Trailhead (cash or check at the kiosk). |
|---|---|
| Type | Natural spring |
| Location | Spanish Fork, UT Managed by USFS Uinta-Wasatch-Cache NF (Spanish Fork Ranger District) Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | soaking pools 100 to 102 °F, source about 111 °F |
| Season | Trail and springs open year-round; the Diamond Fork Road gate closes from mid-November to late April, which adds about 3 miles each way. |
| Hike | 2.25 miles one way from Three Forks Trailhead About 4.5 miles round trip along Sixth Water and Fifth Water creeks to pools below a waterfall. Weekend lots can fill by 8 am; cars parked on the road get ticketed and towed. |
| Parking | Forest Service parking fee at Three Forks Trailhead (cash or check) |
| Clothing | suits required |
| Website | fs.usda.gov |
Best time to soak: Fifth Water Hot Springs
Coming from Provo, UT? Fifth Water Hot Springs lies about 21 miles to the southeast, straight-line distance.
Hot water is most welcome on cold days. From November to March average highs around Spanish Fork stay at 38 to 57 °F, with nights down to 22 °F. Freezing nights from December to February mean icy steps and possible road closures; traction for your shoes helps. From July to August highs reach 91 to 93 °F. Take breaks out of the water and bring plenty to drink on summer days.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38 °F | 22 °F | 6 |
| Feb | 45 °F | 26 °F | 6 |
| Mar | 57 °F | 33 °F | 5 |
| Apr | 64 °F | 38 °F | 7 |
| May | 74 °F | 46 °F | 5 |
| Jun | 86 °F | 53 °F | 3 |
| Jul | 93 °F | 61 °F | 2 |
| Aug | 91 °F | 60 °F | 2 |
| Sep | 81 °F | 51 °F | 3 |
| Oct | 67 °F | 41 °F | 5 |
| Nov | 51 °F | 31 °F | 5 |
| Dec | 38 °F | 23 °F | 5 |
More to do nearby
- Dryfall (waterfall, 4 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
- Cold-day pick SUN CUBE hooded changing robe poncho Change in and out of a wet suit at a trailhead with no changing room, and stay warm after a winter soak. View on Amazon
- Earth Pak roll-top waterproof dry bag Keeps your phone, keys and dry clothes safe on wet rocks next to the pool. View on Amazon
- Battery-free floating water thermometer Check a pool before you get in. Natural springs can run hotter than they look. View on Amazon
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Hot springs in the area
- The Crater at Homestead Day pass
- Saratoga Hot Springs Free
- Baker Hot Springs Free
Waterfalls nearby
- Dryfall (4 mi)
- Ford Falls (17 mi)
- Double Falls (20 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 Fifth Water Hot Springs cost?
Yes. Fifth Water Hot Springs is on public land with no soaking fee; forest Service parking fee at Three Forks Trailhead (cash or check).
How hot is Fifth Water Hot Springs?
Soaking pools 100 to 102 °F, source about 111 °F.
Is Fifth Water Hot Springs clothing optional?
No, suits required.
How long is the hike to Fifth Water Hot Springs?
2.25 miles one way from Three Forks Trailhead. About 4.5 miles round trip along Sixth Water and Fifth Water creeks to pools below a waterfall. Weekend lots can fill by 8 am; cars parked on the road get ticketed and towed.
When is Fifth Water Hot Springs open?
Trail and springs open year-round; the Diamond Fork Road gate closes from mid-November to late April, which adds about 3 miles each way.
How far is Fifth Water Hot Springs from Provo?
About 21 miles from Provo in a straight line; the drive is longer.