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Hot springs near Tucson
13 hot springs within 200 miles of Tucson, AZ, sorted by distance from downtown. Updated October 2026.
- Closest
- Dankworth Pond82 mi, ~2 hr drive
- Closest free spring
- Sheep Bridge Hot Springs135 mi away
- Hottest nearby
- Faywood Hot SpringsUp to 110°FUp to 43°C, 176 mi away
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Distances are straight-line from downtown. Drive times are rough estimates; mountain roads take longer.
Day trips
50 to 120 miles
Near Safford
Resort or spa
Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area
Arizona, United States
93 mi away, ~2.5 hr drive
106°F41°C Paid Drive-up
Weekend trips
120 to 200 miles
Sheep Bridge Hot Springs
Arizona, United States
135 mi away, ~3.5 hr drive
95-99°F35-37°C Free 4WD road
Near Glenwood
Wild & natural
Near Tonopah
Resort or spa
Near Gila
Wild & natural
90-94°F32-34°C
Wild & natural
101-104°F38-40°C
Resort or spa
Gila Hot Springs Campground
New Mexico, United States
175 mi away, ~4.5 hr drive
101-104°F38-40°C Paid Drive-up
95-110°F35-43°C
Resort or spa
Hot springs near Tucson: common questions
What is the closest hot spring to Tucson?
Dankworth Pond is the closest open spring we list, about 82 mi from downtown Tucson in a straight line (~2 hr by road, depending on route).
How many hot springs are within 100 miles of Tucson?
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 Tucson?
Yes. The closest free one is Sheep Bridge Hot Springs, about 135 mi away. Free springs are usually undeveloped, so check road conditions and parking rules first.
Which hot springs near Tucson are good for families?
Dankworth Pond, Kachina Mineral Springs Spa, Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area, Faywood Hot Springs are the most family-friendly options within 200 miles.