Hot Springs Near Phoenix
4 hot springs are within 120 miles of Phoenix. The closest is Castle Hot Springs, about 41 miles away in a straight line. By development: 2 primitive, 1 developed, and 1 resort. 2 hot springs are free to visit. 2 need a hike and 2 need a high-clearance road. 1 has a closure or hazard note on file.
Distances are straight-line miles from Phoenix, not driving distance.
- No closure on file
- Closed, or no soaking or swimming
No hot springs match.
| Name | Temperature | Development | Access | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115°F source | Development Resort | Access 0 mi hike, high clearance road | Fee All-inclusive overnight resort rates only; no day passes or non-guest dining/hot-spring use | Status No closure on file | |
| – | Development Developed | Access paved road | Fee Desert Pete communal area: $20 per person hourly or $45 day pass; overnight pass $50 per person after 8 pm | Status No closure on file | |
| 98-104°F pools | Development Primitive | Access 2 mi hike (round trip), high clearance road | Fee Free. No fee for dispersed camping at Childs undeveloped camping area. | Status No closure on file | |
| 99-100°F pools | Development Primitive | Access 2.8 mi hike (round trip), gravel road | Fee Free; no entry fee or permit on BLM land | Status Closure or warning on file |
Photo credits (2)
- Castle Hot Springs: Unknown (Life time: ), Public domain
- Verde Hot Springs: Greg Walters from Eaton, United States, CC BY 2.0
Common questions
What is the closest hot spring to Phoenix?
Castle Hot Springs, about 41 miles away in a straight line.
Are there free hot springs near Phoenix?
Yes. No fee on record for Verde Hot Springs and Kaiser Hot Springs. Each page cites its source.
Which hot springs near Phoenix are clothing optional?
Clothing optional, per a stated rule: Tonopah Hot Springs and Kaiser Hot Springs.
Are any hot springs near Phoenix closed?
A closure or hazard note is on file for Kaiser Hot Springs. Each page has the dated detail.