Castle Hot Springs
Morristown, AZ · Resort/Spa
- 115°F· Scalding
- Dirt Road (7 mi)
- High-clearance road
- Clothing Required
- $$$
All 3 Natural Hot Springs in Arizona
3 springs across 3 towns. 2 are undeveloped backcountry pools; 1 are developed resorts or bathhouses, and 2 are free to soak.
3 listings2 free
All 3 springs in Arizona, ranked
Ordered by what is confirmed rather than by opinion: springs with verified geothermal activity first, then by how many facts on the listing carry a source, then by review volume.
Verde Hot Springs
Yavapai County, AZ · Primitive/Backcountry
- 104°F· Ideal soak
- Hike-In
- High-clearance road
- Free
Arizona Hot Spring
Mohave County, AZ · Primitive/Backcountry
- 120°F· Scalding
- Hike-In (2.5 mi)
- Free
Best time to soak in Arizona
Winter
Peak soaking season, but forest roads close and chains may be required.
Spring
Snowmelt can raise creek levels and cool or flood primitive pools.
Summer
All roads open; hot pools feel less appealing midday, so go early or late.
Fall
The sweet spot — open access, cool air, thin crowds.