Hot Springs Near Jackson, Wyoming

Hot springs near Jackson spread across the Teton Range and into eastern Idaho, with three springs within 20 miles of town. Astoria Hot Springs, 17 miles south on US-89, has six pools along the Snake River with day passes and no reservation required. Granite Hot Springs Pool in the Bridger-Teton National Forest is about 20 miles southeast on a seasonal gravel road, with temperatures that vary from about 93 degrees in summer to 112 degrees in winter. West over Teton Pass, the Idaho side adds several options within 55 miles. Green Canyon Hot Springs near Newdale has pools from 96 to 115 degrees, the hottest in the radius. Heise Hot Springs on the Snake River has a waterslide, pools, and a campground about 55 miles west via US-26. Southeast on I-15, the Lava Hot Springs cluster is about 95 miles with three mineral pool facilities in town. Inside Yellowstone, the Firehole River Swimming Area is the only approved warm swim in the park, roughly 90 miles north.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest hot spring to Jackson?

Astoria Hot Springs is about 17 miles south of Jackson on US-89 along the Snake River, roughly 25 minutes by car. The facility has six pools at varying temperatures and accepts day visitors with no reservation required. Granite Hot Springs Pool, about 20 miles southeast, is the next closest on a seasonal forest road.

Are there free hot springs near Jackson?

One of the 15 hot springs within 100 miles of Jackson is free. Bear Creek Hot Spring on the Idaho side of Teton Pass is about 40 miles west, a primitive backcountry pool on public land accessible from a forest road. All other options in the radius are paid facilities or parks with entry fees.

How far is Jackson from Lava Hot Springs?

Lava Hot Springs is about 95 miles southeast of Jackson via US-89 and I-15, roughly two hours by car through the Star Valley. The town has three mineral pool facilities with soaking temperatures from 102 to 112 degrees. The Lava Hot Springs Foundation operates the main pools, and day passes are available.

Which hot springs near Jackson are good for families?

Astoria Hot Springs, 17 miles south, has six pools along the Snake River with a family-friendly layout and day passes. Green Canyon Hot Springs, about 45 miles west over Teton Pass, has a large pool in a rural setting. Heise Hot Springs, roughly 55 miles west, has a waterslide, campground, and pizza parlor.

Can I visit hot springs inside Yellowstone from Jackson?

The Firehole River Swimming Area is the only approved warm swimming area inside Yellowstone National Park, about 90 miles north of Jackson via US-89 and US-191 through the park. The river is warmed by geothermal runoff. Boiling River near Mammoth was permanently closed after the June 2022 flood.