
Hot springs near Phoenix
13 hot springs within 200 miles of Phoenix, AZ, sorted by distance from downtown. Updated October 2026.
- Closest
- Castle Hot Springs40 mi, ~1 hr drive
- Closest free spring
- Sheep Bridge Hot Springs48 mi away
- Hottest nearby
- Hot Spring Long Term Visitor AreaUp to 110°FUp to 43°C, 191 mi away
Distances are straight-line from downtown. Drive times are rough estimates; mountain roads take longer.
Within an hour or so
Under 50 miles in a straight line


Day trips
50 to 120 miles
Near Tonopah
Resort or spa

95-100°F35-38°C
Wild & natural
Weekend trips
120 to 200 miles

Near Safford
Resort or spa
Near Safford
Public pool

Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area
Arizona, United States
166 mi away, ~4.5 hr drive
106°F41°C Paid Drive-up

Near Glenwood
Wild & natural

Hot Spring Long Term Visitor Area
California, United States
191 mi away, ~5 hr drive
104-110°F40-43°C Paid Drive-up

Holtville Hot Springs
California, United States
191 mi away, ~5 hr drive
104-110°F40-43°C Free Drive-up
Hot springs near Phoenix: common questions
What is the closest hot spring to Phoenix?
Castle Hot Springs is the closest open spring we list, about 40 mi from downtown Phoenix in a straight line (~1 hr by road, depending on route).
How many hot springs are within 100 miles of Phoenix?
4 of the springs we list are within 100 miles, and 13 are within 200 miles. Distances are measured in a straight line from the city center, so driving distances are longer.
Are there free hot springs near Phoenix?
Yes. The closest free one is Sheep Bridge Hot Springs, about 48 mi away. Free springs are usually undeveloped, so check road conditions and parking rules first.
Which hot springs near Phoenix are good for families?
Kachina Mineral Springs Spa, Dankworth Pond, Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area are the most family-friendly options within 200 miles.