Updated September 29, 2026

Hot Springs Near Albuquerque, New Mexico

129

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Hot springs near Albuquerque cluster along the Jemez Scenic Byway on NM-4, about 60 miles northwest through the Valles Caldera. Five of ten are free to visit.

Outdoor shaded hot green hot spring pool with mountain backdrop in jemez hot springs new mexico

Closest Hot Spring

Jemez Springs Bath House, New Mexico

60 miles from Albuquerque

Hottest Hot Spring

San Antonio Hot Springs, New Mexico

129 °F

Closest Free Hot Spring

Soda Dam Hot Spring, New Mexico

62 miles from Albuquerque

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The Jemez Scenic Byway on NM-4 carries the densest cluster of hot springs near Albuquerque, with five springs along a 15-mile stretch between the village of Jemez Springs and the edge of the Valles Caldera. The drive from downtown is about 60 miles via NM-550 through San Ysidro then north on NM-4, roughly 75 minutes without stops. Along the route, Jemez Springs Bath House and Jemez Hot Springs offer developed soaking in the village, while Soda Dam Hot Spring, Spence Hot Spring, and San Antonio Hot Springs are free primitive pools in the Santa Fe National Forest at elevations from 6,000 to 8,400 feet. East of the Jemez corridor, Montezuma Hot Springs near Las Vegas, New Mexico, about 90 miles northeast on I-25, is a free stone-walled soaking area beside the Gallinas River. Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs, roughly 100 miles north, rounds out the radius with five distinct mineral spring types.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest hot spring to Albuquerque?

Jemez Springs Bath House is about 60 miles northwest of Albuquerque on NM-4 through the Jemez Scenic Byway, roughly 75 minutes by car. The bath house offers private mineral soaking rooms in the village of Jemez Springs, with water maintained at 102 to 104 degrees.

Are there free hot springs near Albuquerque?

Five of the 10 hot springs within 100 miles of Albuquerque are free. Soda Dam Hot Spring is the closest at about 62 miles on NM-4, a roadside stop with 117-degree water seeping through a travertine formation over the Jemez River. Spence Hot Spring and San Antonio Hot Springs are further up the same road.

How do I get to San Antonio Hot Springs from Albuquerque?

San Antonio Hot Springs is about 75 miles northwest of Albuquerque. Take NM-550 to San Ysidro, then NM-4 north past Jemez Springs to Forest Road 376. From the trailhead, a short but steep hike leads up to rock-lined pools built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, with 129-degree source water at 8,400 feet.

Which hot springs near Albuquerque are good for families?

Jemez Springs Bath House, 60 miles northwest, has private soaking rooms where families can control their own experience. Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs, about 100 miles north, has a public soaking area with multiple pool types and a restaurant on site. Both are developed facilities with restrooms and staff.

Can I visit Ojo Caliente as a day trip from Albuquerque?

Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs is about 100 miles north of Albuquerque via I-25 and US-285, roughly 90 minutes each way. The resort offers day passes for its mineral pools, which include arsenic, iron, soda, and lithia springs, each with distinct mineral properties and varying temperatures.

North on I-25, hot springs near Denver pick up a separate corridor of Colorado mountain soaks about 450 miles from Albuquerque. South on I-25, the hot springs cluster in Truth or Consequences sits roughly 150 miles away, anchored by Riverbend Hot Springs and a string of mineral bath houses along the Rio Grande.

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Turkey Creek Hot Springs, New Mexico

Turkey Creek Hot Springs is a 165-degree backcountry spring in the Gila Wilderness, reached by a strenuous 8.3-mile trail with river crossings and scrambling.

Soda Dam Hot Spring, New Mexico

Soda Dam is a 7,000-year-old travertine dam formed by 117-degree springs over the Jemez River, a free roadside geological wonder near Jemez Springs.

Hoosier Hot Springs and Inn, New Mexico

Hoosier Hot Springs is a 1937 boutique inn in Truth or Consequences with four private mineral pools at 104 degrees and five individually designed rooms.

Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort, New Mexico

Spring-fed thermal pools resort southwest of Santa Fe on 77 acres. Communal pools, private tubs, waterside dining, and day soaking without reservations.

Ten Thousand Waves, New Mexico

Japanese-inspired onsen spa resort in the Santa Fe foothills with eight private tub suites, a communal bath, bodywork, a Japanese restaurant, and lodging.

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Hot Springs Glamp Camp, New Mexico

Gated T or C glamping camp with 24-hour mineral tubs at 107-111 degrees. Vintage RV rentals, yurt, dome, and hookup sites. Guests only, no walk-in day use.

Artesian Bath House & Trailer Court, New Mexico.

Artesian Bath House and Trailer Court, New Mexico

Historic bathhouse in Truth or Consequences open since 1930 with eight private ceramic tubs at 108 degrees from artesian wells. RV park and massage on site.

Fire Water Lodge, New Mexico

Restored 1920s motor court in Truth or Consequences with private mineral tubs at 105-108 degrees. Lodging only, spa services available on site.

Pelican Spa, New Mexico

Truth or Consequences motel with five private indoor mineral tubs at 105 degrees. Overnight guests soak free; walk-in soaking $15-25 per hour. Pet-friendly.

Montezuma Hot Springs, New Mexico

Free cement soaking tubs at 94-120 degrees, 5 miles from Las Vegas NM, beside the Gallinas River. Nine tubs, easy roadside access, open until 10pm.

San Francisco Hot Springs, New Mexico

Free pools at 100-120 degrees on the San Francisco River in Gila National Forest near Glenwood. Trail 250, river crossing required, restroom at trailhead.

Sierra Grande, New Mexico

Spa hotel in downtown Truth or Consequences with four private mineral tubs at 104 degrees. Walk-in soaking $30, full spa, restaurant, Ted Turner Reserves.

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Jordan Hot Spring, New Mexico

Free backcountry spring in the Gila Wilderness, 13.9-mile round trip from TJ Corral. Pools at 94-100 degrees, 15 river crossings. No facilities.

Gila Hot Springs Campground, New Mexico

Private campground beside the West Fork Gila River with three natural rock pools at 101-104 degrees. Day use $8, camping $12/night, near Gila Cliff Dwellings.

rock hot spring pools on the Rio Grande at manby hot springs in new mexico

Manby Hot Springs, New Mexico

Free primitive pools at 90-100 degrees on the Rio Grande, 12 miles from Taos, at stagecoach ruins. 4.1-mile hike, no facilities, flood and poison ivy risk.

McCauley Warm Springs, New Mexico

Free primitive pools at 87-95 degrees in Santa Fe National Forest, 7 miles north of Jemez Springs. 3.5-mile hike, day use only, no facilities.

San Antonio Hot Springs, New Mexico

Free primitive pools at 95-110 degrees in Santa Fe National Forest near Jemez Springs. Short trail, seasonal road closure, no facilities, clothing optional.

Jemez Springs Bath House, New Mexico

Village non-profit bathhouse in Jemez Springs since 1876. Eight private tubs, soaks from $12, massage and wraps on site. Ages 14 and up, closed Wednesdays.

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Hot Springs Near Albuquerque, New Mexico

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