Arizona Hot Springs

Being generally warm most of the time a hot spring seems counterproductive, however, they are really beautiful places to visit! Here’s a list of o lovely soothing places to see!

Castle Hot Springs

5050 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd.
Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: (877) 600-1137

Castle Hot Springs is a recently restored historic resort in Arizona that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is located within the Hieroglyphic Mountains.

Castle Hot Springs is a boutique resort where adventure meets luxury in a verdant desert oasis. Natural, clear hot springs and cascading pools complement the individual accommodations and exceptional culinary offerings supported by an onsite farm. Originally introduced as Arizona’s first luxury resort in 1896, this serene, adult getaway is now an oasis for the senses. Meals and many activities are part of the rate for this boutique property, which provides an immersive nature experience where guests have the opportunity to emerge as their best selves.

Arizona Hot Springs (AKA Ringbolt)

Arizona (Ringbolt) Hot Springs, also known as simply Ringbolt Hot Springs or Arizona Hot Springs, is a group of three geothermal springs located near Hoover Dam, Arizona.

The spring forms several pools that are located about 1,000 feet from the river, where the canyon walls are nearly vertical and about 6 to 9 feet apart. From the Lake Mead Visitor Center, follow US Hwy 93 east 8.4 miles (4.2 miles past Hoover Dam). Watch for the sign to the trailhead. If you are coming from Kingman, Arizona, the trailhead is . 2 miles before the mile marker 4. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for camping and hiking, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are October through May.

El Dorado Hot Springs 41225 Indian School Rd, Tonopah, AZ 85354 (623) 386-5412

An “oasis in the desert”, El Dorado Hot Springs offers several soaking options, including private soaks, as well as overnight accommodations. It’s located about an hour west of Phoenix in Tonopah, Arizona.

The town name of “Tonopah” means “hot water under the bush” in the local Native American language. The resort is situated over subterranean hot springs with an average temperature of 107° Fahrenheit and a PH of 8.2. It’s heated naturally from underground and has no sulfur odor. $15 per person per hour

Hot Well Dunes

Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area is located about 30 miles southeast of Safford, two hours northeast of Tucson, or four hours southeast of Phoenix. From Safford, take Highway 70 east to Haekel Road, and continue to Hot Well Dunes. You can also get to Haekel Road via Highway 191 to Tanque Road, located near milepost 105, then head south when you get to Haekel Road.

Because Hot Well Dunes is located in the desert, summer temperatures hover around 100 degrees Fahrenheit, making it uncomfortable to camp and recreate June – September. To experience ideal weather, visit in the fall or spring.

An off-highway vehicle (OHV) playground, Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area offers riders 2,000 acres of rolling dunes to explore in southeastern Arizona. Created two million years ago when a shallow lake dried up and winds blew its sandy beaches into dunes, this area features low, sparsely vegetated dunes for OHV riders who want a leisurely experience and large, competition-style hills for those seeking a thrilling challenge.

Kaiser Hot Springs Wikieup, Arizona

Kaiser Hot Springs is a free primitive rock walled and gravel bottomed geothermal pool located in Warm Springs Canyon along beautiful narrows in the Kaiser Canyon in the Arizona desert. Clothing is optional. The hike down the canyon to the warm spring is about 1.5 miles each way. There are a few minor climbs but nothing very difficult. Canyon walls fade into a wide sandy wash. Kaiser Hot Springs flows at 12 gallons per minute and comes out of the rock at 99 degrees. It is a rustic rough rock bottomed pool. It is enjoyable after a nice hike.

Verde River Hot Springs 8375 AZ-179, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

The thermal pools of an abandoned resort can be found along the banks of the Verde River. The pools at the Verde Hot springs are the remnants from an old resort built in the 1920’s. The resort was a once thriving tourist attraction and also rumored to be one of Al Capone’s hideouts. In the 1960’s a fire destroyed the resort only leaving behind the foundation and the thermal pools along the Verde River. If you’re not shy about a little skin, then you’ll find that the tranquil natural beauty of this riverside spot makes it a worthy retreat.