{"id":429918,"date":"2026-09-23T20:54:22","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T18:54:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T20:54:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T18:54:22","slug":"hot-springs-usa-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot Springs in the USA: 37 Best Picks by State for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine soaking in a hot stone pool in the middle of a wild river in the Rocky Mountains, with fresh snow along the banks and a wooden sign nearby reading <strong>104 \u00b0F (40 \u00b0C)<\/strong>. That\u2019s the classic American dream of a perfect winter escape. Hot springs are a big part of the travel experience in the USA and make a wonderful addition to any road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The USA also offers <strong>three very different ways to soak<\/strong>. You can slip into wild springs hidden deep in national forests, unwind in historic Victorian bathhouse resorts, or enjoy a modern luxury spa in the middle of the desert. Every state has its own geothermal character\u2014and its own rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide to <strong>hot springs in the USA<\/strong>, you\u2019ll find 37 places organized by state, from Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas and Colorado\u2019s resorts to soaking beneath the northern lights in Alaska. I\u2019ll cover what they cost, where clothing is optional, and where you can stay right by the springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbc3e3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbc3e3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-01-8fc7dfcf.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Pool at Glenwood Hot Springs, the world&#039;s largest hot 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class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#How_much_does_it_cost_and_when_should_you_go\" >How much does it cost, and when should you go?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Where_to_stay_right_by_the_springs\" >Where to stay right by the springs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Arkansas_Hot_Springs_National_Park\" >Arkansas: Hot Springs National Park<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#1_Hot_Springs_National_Park_Hot_Springs_Arkansas\" >1. Hot Springs National Park (Hot Springs, Arkansas)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#2_Quapaw_Baths_Spa_Hot_Springs_Arkansas\" >2. Quapaw Baths &#038; Spa (Hot Springs, Arkansas)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#3_Buckstaff_Bathhouse_Hot_Springs_Arkansas\" >3. Buckstaff Bathhouse (Hot Springs, Arkansas)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Colorado_more_hot_springs_than_anywhere_else\" >Colorado: more hot springs than anywhere else<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#4_Mount_Princeton_Hot_Springs_Resort_Nathrop_Colorado\" >4. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort (Nathrop, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#5_Glenwood_Hot_Springs_Resort_Glenwood_Springs_Colorado\" >5. Glenwood Hot Springs Resort (Glenwood Springs, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#6_Iron_Mountain_Hot_Springs_Glenwood_Springs_Colorado\" >6. Iron Mountain Hot Springs (Glenwood Springs, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#7_Ouray_Hot_Springs_Pool_Ouray_Colorado\" >7. Ouray Hot Springs Pool (Ouray, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#8_The_Springs_Resort_Pagosa_Springs_Colorado\" >8. The Springs Resort (Pagosa Springs, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#9_Orvis_Hot_Springs_Ridgway_Colorado\" >9. Orvis Hot Springs (Ridgway, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#10_Strawberry_Park_Hot_Springs_Steamboat_Springs_Colorado\" >10. Strawberry Park Hot Springs (Steamboat Springs, Colorado)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#California_from_desert_to_Big_Sur\" >California: from desert to Big Sur<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#11_Desert_Hot_Springs_Desert_Hot_Springs_California\" >11. Desert Hot Springs (Desert Hot Springs, California)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#12_Sycamore_Mineral_Springs_Resort_Avila_Beach_California\" >12. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort (Avila Beach, California)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#13_Two_Bunch_Palms_Desert_Hot_Springs_California\" >13. Two Bunch Palms (Desert Hot Springs, California)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#14_Harbin_Hot_Springs_Middletown_California\" >14. Harbin Hot Springs (Middletown, California)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#15_Deep_Creek_Hot_Springs_Apple_Valley_California\" >15. Deep Creek Hot Springs (Apple Valley, California)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#16_Esalen_Institute_Big_Sur_California\" >16. Esalen Institute (Big Sur, California)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#New_Mexico_Ojo_Caliente_and_Truth_or_Consequences\" >New Mexico: Ojo Caliente and Truth or Consequences<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#17_Ten_Thousand_Waves_Santa_Fe_New_Mexico\" >17. Ten Thousand Waves (Santa Fe, New Mexico)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#18_Ojo_Caliente_Mineral_Springs_Ojo_Caliente_New_Mexico\" >18. Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs (Ojo Caliente, New Mexico)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#19_Riverbend_Hot_Springs_Truth_or_Consequences_New_Mexico\" >19. Riverbend Hot Springs (Truth or Consequences, New Mexico)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Montana_Idaho_and_Wyoming_springs_in_and_around_Yellowstone\" >Montana, Idaho and Wyoming: springs in and around Yellowstone<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#20_Lava_Hot_Springs_Lava_Hot_Springs_Idaho\" >20. Lava Hot Springs (Lava Hot Springs, Idaho)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#21_Mammoth_Hot_Springs_Yellowstone_Wyoming\" >21. Mammoth Hot Springs (Yellowstone, Wyoming)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#22_Bozeman_Hot_Springs_Bozeman_Montana\" >22. Bozeman Hot Springs (Bozeman, Montana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#23_Quinns_Hot_Springs_Resort_Paradise_Montana\" >23. Quinn\u2019s Hot Springs Resort (Paradise, Montana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#24_Chico_Hot_Springs_Pray_Montana\" >24. Chico Hot Springs (Pray, Montana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#25_Hot_Springs_State_Park_Thermopolis_Wyoming\" >25. Hot Springs State Park (Thermopolis, Wyoming)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Utah_Nevada_and_Arizona_craters_and_desert_oases\" >Utah, Nevada and Arizona: craters and desert oases<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#26_Castle_Hot_Springs_Morristown_Arizona\" >26. Castle Hot Springs (Morristown, Arizona)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#27_Homestead_Crater_Midway_Utah\" >27. Homestead Crater (Midway, Utah)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#28_Fifth_Water_Hot_Springs_Diamond_Fork_Utah\" >28. Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork, Utah)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#29_Mystic_Hot_Springs_Monroe_Utah\" >29. Mystic Hot Springs (Monroe, Utah)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#30_David_Walleys_Hot_Springs_Genoa_Nevada\" >30. David Walley\u2019s Hot Springs (Genoa, Nevada)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Oregon_and_Washington_springs_in_the_rainforest\" >Oregon and Washington: springs in the rainforest<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#31_Sol_Duc_Hot_Springs_Resort_Olympic_National_Park_Washington\" >31. Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort (Olympic National Park, Washington)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#32_Umpqua_Hot_Springs_Idleyld_Park_Oregon\" >32. Umpqua Hot Springs (Idleyld Park, Oregon)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#33_Breitenbush_Hot_Springs_Detroit_Oregon\" >33. Breitenbush Hot Springs (Detroit, Oregon)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Eastern_USA_Virginia_West_Virginia_and_Florida\" >Eastern USA: Virginia, West Virginia and Florida<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#34_The_Omni_Homestead_Resort_Hot_Springs_Virginia\" >34. The Omni Homestead Resort (Hot Springs, Virginia)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#35_Berkeley_Springs_State_Park_Berkeley_Springs_West_Virginia\" >35. Berkeley Springs State Park (Berkeley Springs, West Virginia)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#36_Warm_Mineral_Springs_Park_North_Port_Florida\" >36. Warm Mineral Springs Park (North Port, Florida)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Alaska_Chena_Hot_Springs_and_the_northern_lights\" >Alaska: Chena Hot Springs and the northern lights<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#37_Chena_Hot_Springs_Resort_Fairbanks_Alaska\" >37. Chena Hot Springs Resort (Fairbanks, Alaska)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Practical_guide_what_to_bring_safety_and_etiquette\" >Practical guide: what to bring, safety and etiquette<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Where_to_next_more_articles_about_the_USA\" >Where to next: more articles about the USA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#What_is_the_most_famous_hot_spring_in_the_USA\" >What is the most famous hot spring in the USA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#How_much_does_entry_to_American_hot_springs_cost\" >How much does entry to American hot springs cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Can_I_bathe_in_a_hot_spring_in_Yellowstone\" >Can I bathe in a hot spring in Yellowstone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Which_American_springs_are_free\" >Which American springs are free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Where_in_the_USA_can_you_bathe_without_swimsuits\" >Where in the USA can you bathe without swimsuits?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#When_is_the_best_time_for_bathing_in_hot_springs\" >When is the best time for bathing in hot springs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Is_bathing_in_hot_springs_safe\" >Is bathing in hot springs safe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Where_can_you_bathe_with_children\" >Where can you bathe with children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Which_state_has_the_most_hot_springs\" >Which state has the most hot springs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-usa-guide\/#Can_you_also_sleep_at_a_hot_spring\" >Can you also sleep at a hot spring?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong>Top destinations:<\/strong> For some of the best springs, head to Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas or Colorado\u2019s Glenwood and Mount Princeton resorts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Most luxurious experience:<\/strong> For a truly indulgent stay, try Arizona\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=Castle%20Hot%20Springs&#038;address=Morristown%2C%20Arizona%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Castle Hot Springs<\/a> or California\u2019s desert retreat, Two Bunch Palms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free wild springs:<\/strong> Oregon\u2019s Umpqua, Utah\u2019s Fifth Water and California\u2019s Deep Creek offer natural soaking with no entrance fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Winter soaking beneath the northern lights:<\/strong> At Alaska\u2019s Chena resort, you can warm up in hot water as green lights dance across the sky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clothing optional:<\/strong> You can legally soak without a swimsuit at Orvis, at Strawberry Park after dark, and at California\u2019s famous Harbin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Entrance fees:<\/strong> Wild springs are often free or require only a parking fee, while commercial pools typically cost from around $20 to several dozen dollars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National park vs. resort:<\/strong> Commercial resorts usually have showers and facilities; at wild springs on federal land, don\u2019t expect any amenities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where you absolutely can\u2019t swim:<\/strong> Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone is strictly protected. Entering the water risks a hefty fine and serious injury.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Most choices in one state:<\/strong> Colorado, where seven destinations range from luxury spas to stone pools in a river.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbc8b8&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbc8b8\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc.jpg\" alt=\"Snow-covered stone pools at Strawberry Park Hot Springs near Steamboat Springs\" class=\"wp-image-415956\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-02-bf9048fc-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_hot_springs_in_the_USA_work_and_how_they_differ_from_Europe\"><\/span>How hot springs in the USA work (and how they differ from Europe)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hot springs in the USA fall into three broad categories, each with a very different feel. \u201c<strong>Developed\u201d resorts<\/strong> have finished pools, showers and full facilities, while state parks often offer simpler public bathing areas. The third option is <strong>wild springs on federal land<\/strong>, which often require a hike and have no facilities at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forget Celsius\u2014the water temperatures are usually <strong>given in Fahrenheit<\/strong>. A typical soaking pool sits between 100 and 106 \u00b0F (38\u201341 \u00b0C), while refreshing cold pools are around 55 \u00b0F (13 \u00b0C). At the most popular commercial spots, you may also need to <strong>reserve a time slot<\/strong> well in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One feature of the American West is its <strong>clothing-optional springs<\/strong>, where swimsuits are optional. This may apply only during certain hours or at remote wild springs. Always check the current rules before you go so you\u2019re not caught off guard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wherever you soak, follow one vital safety rule: <strong>never put your head underwater<\/strong> or submerge your nose. Rarely, warm natural waters can contain the amoeba Naegleria fowleri, which is extremely dangerous if water is inhaled through the nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Famous national parks are a special case, as swimming is often prohibited. Yellowstone is a prime example: <strong>entering the springs is strictly forbidden and can result in huge fines<\/strong>, as well as a real risk of burns. Save your soak for outside the park, where you\u2019ll find plenty of legal options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re heading to a wild spring, be prepared for no facilities whatsoever. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Bring flip-flops for walking around the water, a large bottle to stay hydrated, and\u2014most importantly\u2014<strong>pack out all your rubbish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbcd86&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbcd86\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1325\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7.jpg\" alt=\"Circular pools at Iron Mountain Hot Springs overlooking the Colorado River\" class=\"wp-image-415957\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-700x515.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-768x565.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-1536x1131.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-696x512.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-03-896194e7-1392x1025.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_it_cost_and_when_should_you_go\"><\/span>How much does it cost, and when should you go?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your budget depends on the type of place you choose. <strong>Wild springs on federal land<\/strong> are usually free; you may only need to pay a small parking fee at the trailhead. City and state facilities such as Ouray Hot Springs Pool, Lava Hot Springs and Hot Springs State Park generally have <strong>the lowest entrance fees among developed sites<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Large resort pools fall into the mid-to-high price range: at Iron Mountain, family admission costs $43\u2013$75, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=The%20Springs%20Resort&#038;address=Pagosa%20Springs%2C%20Colorado%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">The Springs Resort<\/a> in Pagosa charges $74 per adult (2026 rates). At popular Mount Princeton, admission to the historic bathhouse costs <strong>around $40 (2026 rates)<\/strong>, with a discounted $20 evening entry from Monday to Wednesday. At the other end of the spectrum are <strong>luxury resorts reserved for overnight guests<\/strong>, such as Castle Hot Springs and Ten Thousand Waves, where you\u2019ll pay considerably more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Winter is the best time to visit for many people, because <strong>soaking in the snow<\/strong> is an unforgettable experience. Just expect Colorado to be extremely busy during the Christmas and ski seasons. In spring, snowmelt can raise <strong>river levels<\/strong> enough to flood popular natural pools along the banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Desert destinations follow a different pattern, with high season running from October to May. July and August bring <strong>extreme heat<\/strong>, so a hot soak may be less appealing. In the mountains, take altitude and acclimatization seriously: <strong>hot water can make you feel faint<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting to the best natural spots often requires the right vehicle. For example, Strawberry Park requires <strong>4WD from November to May<\/strong>, with winter tires or snow chains. Without a suitable vehicle, reaching remote mountain trailheads may not be safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbd1f6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbd1f6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1210\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f.jpg\" alt=\"Guest room at Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge\" class=\"wp-image-415959\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f-700x471.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f-1536x1033.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f-696x468.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-04-46cae11f-1392x936.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_right_by_the_springs\"><\/span>Where to stay right by the springs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Accommodation and activities tip: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;address=United%20States\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Compare accommodation here<\/a> to see what\u2019s available and at what price. We prefer to search on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=United%20States&#038;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Booking.com<\/a>, where cancellation policies are often better. For tickets, tours and activities, it\u2019s worth comparing options and booking through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=United%20States&#038;partner_id=MKZ64IS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to take your road trip up a notch, plan to spend the night at the resort itself. Most resorts give overnight guests <strong>unlimited access to the pools<\/strong>, often early in the morning or late at night after day visitors have left. It\u2019s one of the easiest ways to enjoy a full day of relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotels near American hot springs are popular, so don\u2019t leave booking until the last minute. You can easily <strong>compare rooms and availability on Booking<\/strong>, where you\u2019ll also find the exact accommodation policies. Here are six excellent options to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=Mount%20Princeton%20Hot%20Springs%20Resort&#038;address=Nathrop%2C%20Colorado%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort<\/a><\/strong> is in Nathrop, Colorado, and offers a traditional hotel, cozy cabins and a budget-friendly motel right by the springs in Chalk Creek Valley. Pool access is included for guests, and it\u2019s an <strong>ideal base for exploring<\/strong> nearby Buena Vista and Salida.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Springs Resort<\/strong> is in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, with the property built around cascading pools above the San Juan River. One major perk is that overnight guests can use the <strong>pools at night<\/strong>, so you can watch the stars from the hot water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=Chico%20Hot%20Springs%20Resort&#038;address=Pray%2C%20Montana%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Chico Hot Springs Resort<\/a><\/strong> in Pray, Montana, is a beautiful historic wooden hotel dating back to 1900. It\u2019s set in the stunning Paradise Valley, just <strong>30 minutes from Yellowstone\u2019s North Entrance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=Ojo%20Caliente%20Mineral%20Springs%20Resort%20%26%20Spa&#038;address=Ojo%20Caliente%2C%20New%20Mexico%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort &#038; Spa<\/a><\/strong> in New Mexico is described by its operator as one of the country\u2019s oldest spa resorts. Choose between comfortable rooms and the adjacent campground, and enjoy the property\u2019s distinctive <strong>pools with different mineral compositions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Castle Hot Springs<\/strong> is about an hour\u2019s drive from Phoenix, Arizona, and represents the height of desert luxury. This exclusive all-inclusive resort is tucked away in a deep canyon and is <strong>for adults only<\/strong>, promising a peaceful escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=The%20Omni%20Homestead%20Resort&#038;address=Hot%20Springs%2C%20Virginia%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">The Omni Homestead Resort<\/a><\/strong> is in Hot Springs, Virginia, and is a vast historic resort in the eastern USA. It boasts a top golf course and famous spa that <strong>American presidents have visited<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbd734&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbd734\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b.jpg\" alt=\"Historic bathhouses at Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas\" class=\"wp-image-415960\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-05-c931016b-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arkansas_Hot_Springs_National_Park\"><\/span>Arkansas: Hot Springs National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re planning a road trip across the USA and love history, Hot Springs, Arkansas, is a must. It\u2019s one of the country\u2019s most visited thermal destinations, and unlike wild springs out in nature, you\u2019ll find <strong>elegant bathhouses from the late 19th and early 20th centuries<\/strong>. The area is a national park where federal conservation meets a city streetscape and historic promenade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gangsters such as Al Capone and famous baseball players once came here. Today, you can admire <strong>grand architecture and enjoy a hot bath<\/strong> along the famous Bathhouse Row. The springs are unusual in that they have no characteristic sulfur smell. Come here for a refined break and strolls around town, rather than muddy pools deep in the forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbdae4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbdae4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1202\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f.jpg\" alt=\"Historic bathhouses at Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas\" class=\"wp-image-415961\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-06-2dfc3d3f-1392x930.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Hot_Springs_National_Park_Hot_Springs_Arkansas\"><\/span>1. Hot Springs National Park (Hot Springs, Arkansas)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This area has a unique status as the <strong>oldest protected area managed by the National Park Service<\/strong>. The federal government began protecting it in April 1832, long before Yellowstone was established. Until 2018, it was also the smallest national park in the country by area. When Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto arrived in 1541, he named this fascinating place the Valley of the Vapors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the 20th century, the city became a luxurious resort frequented by the wealthy and famous. You might have encountered <strong>Major League Baseball players and notorious gangsters, including Al Capone<\/strong>. During Prohibition, illegal distilleries and gambling flourished. The city is much quieter today, but its famous past is still easy to sense. Of the many original bathhouses, only two main buildings remain in operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about the area\u2019s history, visit the Fordyce Bathhouse. It now serves as <strong>the park\u2019s main visitor center<\/strong> and was once the most expensive project on the promenade. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Pick up the special 2010 quarter as a souvenir: Hot Springs was the first national park featured in the US Mint\u2019s commemorative quarter series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbe062&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbe062\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1254\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294.jpg\" alt=\"Quapaw Baths &#038; Spa in Hot Springs, Arkansas\" class=\"wp-image-415963\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294-700x488.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294-768x535.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294-1536x1070.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294-696x485.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-07-4acde294-1392x970.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Quapaw_Baths_Spa_Hot_Springs_Arkansas\"><\/span>2. Quapaw Baths &#038; Spa (Hot Springs, Arkansas)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Quapaw Baths &#038; Spa is on the famous Bathhouse Row, designated a National Historic Landmark in May 1987. The area protects 47 natural springs. The thermal water is particularly popular because it <strong>has none of the characteristic sulfur smell<\/strong> that puts some people off natural bathing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside, you\u2019ll find upscale treatments inspired by the country\u2019s rich bathing traditions, including <strong>relaxation packages and massages<\/strong>. The popular Couples Private Getaway costs $490 for two (2026 rates; prices may change). There\u2019s also a two-hour program called The Quapaw for $150 per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Treatments include refreshing showers, Swedish massage and foot care. These are <strong>premium spa services in an indoor setting<\/strong>, so don\u2019t come expecting a cheap, simple soak. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Demand for baths and massages is high, so book all packages well in advance on the official website; they\u2019re often sold out on arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbe64a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbe64a\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1137\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226.jpg\" alt=\"Buckstaff Bathhouse in Hot Springs, Arkansas\" class=\"wp-image-415964\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226-700x442.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226-768x485.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226-1536x970.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226-696x440.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-08-8ca11226-1392x879.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Buckstaff_Bathhouse_Hot_Springs_Arkansas\"><\/span>3. Buckstaff Bathhouse (Hot Springs, Arkansas)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right next door is the equally famous Buckstaff Bathhouse, which has been operating since it was completed in 1912. Its <strong>neoclassical cream-colored brick architecture<\/strong> is accented with elegant white stucco details along the cornices. Like the other bathhouses on the row, it is subject to strict National Park Service regulations, helping maintain a high standard of service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The well-trained staff specialize in traditional mineral baths and classic full-body Swedish massages. If you want to try the hot water without spending a fortune, <strong>the basic mineral whirlpool bath starts at $35<\/strong> (2026 rates; prices may change). It\u2019s a great way to experience the benefits of the local springs in an authentic historic setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The spa industry in the USA went through a major crisis in the mid-20th century, when advances in modern medicine led people to stop believing in the healing properties of hot springs. Buckstaff survived that difficult period and <strong>offers a lovely glimpse of the bathhouse\u2019s golden age<\/strong> today. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Even if you book the affordable basic bath, leave plenty of time to explore the building itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbea3b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbea3b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1205\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort in Nathrop, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415965\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384-696x466.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-09-a6f8e384-1392x932.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Colorado_more_hot_springs_than_anywhere_else\"><\/span>Colorado: more hot springs than anywhere else<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to combine high-altitude hiking with a soak for tired muscles, head to Colorado. The Rocky Mountains are home to <strong>more commercial hot springs resorts<\/strong> than any other state. You\u2019ll find everything from luxury spas to rustic stone pools in wild rivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Winter soaking, with <strong>snow on the ground and thick steam rising from the water<\/strong>, is wonderfully atmospheric. The best-known geothermal hubs are around Glenwood, Mount Princeton, Iron Mountain, Ouray and Pagosa. In the mountains, access roads may take a little extra driving skill in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbee62&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbee62\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1281\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort in Nathrop, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415967\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc-700x498.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc-1536x1093.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc-696x495.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-10-a69f42bc-1392x991.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Mount_Princeton_Hot_Springs_Resort_Nathrop_Colorado\"><\/span>4. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort (Nathrop, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This resort stands out for its <strong>stone pools right in Chalk Creek<\/strong>, known as Creekside Hot Springs. The water temperature ranges from 70 to 120 \u00b0F (21 to 49 \u00b0C), depending on how you arrange the stones to let in the cold creek water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The water emerges from the ground at 140 \u00b0F (60 \u00b0C) and feeds several other pools. The classic Soaking Pool stays around 105 \u00b0F (40.5 \u00b0C), while the Japanese-inspired <strong>Cascading Hot Springs range from 101 to 107 \u00b0F (38 to 42 \u00b0C)<\/strong>. If you want to swim laps, the cooler Exercise Pool is kept at 90\u201395 \u00b0F (32\u201335 \u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admission to the Historic Bath House is $40 according to the 2026 price list. Day passes are <strong>sold at the resort with no advance reservation<\/strong>, and it\u2019s open year-round. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Visit between 7 and 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday for a discounted evening soak at just $20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbf24b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbf24b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2.jpg\" alt=\"Glenwood Hot Springs Resort in Glenwood Springs, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415969\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-11-195371b2-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Glenwood_Hot_Springs_Resort_Glenwood_Springs_Colorado\"><\/span>5. Glenwood Hot Springs Resort (Glenwood Springs, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of America\u2019s most famous hot springs. The <strong>Grand Pool is 405 feet (123 m) long<\/strong>, up to 30 m wide, and holds 1,071,000 gallons of water. It opened in 1888 and, according to its operator, remains the world\u2019s largest hot springs pool. At a comfortable 90 \u00b0F (32 \u00b0C), it\u2019s warm enough for a proper swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a hotter soak, head to the historic <strong>Therapy Pool, kept at 104 \u00b0F (40 \u00b0C)<\/strong>. Both pools are fed by Yampah Spring, which produces <strong>more than 3.5 million gallons of water a day at 122 \u00b0F (50 \u00b0C)<\/strong>; the water is cooled before entering the pools. The Ute people called the spring Yampah, or \u201cBig Medicine,\u201d and its water contains 15 different minerals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resort is right off I-70, on the route from Denver toward Utah, making it easy to add to almost any road trip. It\u2019s a reliable family choice in Colorado, with a large pool, slides and full facilities. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Bring your swimsuit for swimming, not just lounging. This is the only spring in the article where you can swim several hundred metres in warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbf609&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbf609\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae.jpg\" alt=\"Iron Mountain Hot Springs in Glenwood Springs, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415970\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-12-10435bae-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Iron_Mountain_Hot_Springs_Glenwood_Springs_Colorado\"><\/span>6. Iron Mountain Hot Springs (Glenwood Springs, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This modern complex on the Colorado River is known for its <strong>35 mineral pools and new Sauna Summit area<\/strong>. The latter has five globally inspired saunas (traditional dry, aromatherapy, Red Light Clay, Turkish hammam and Finnish barrel sauna), three plunge pools, and two special pools enriched with magnesium and potassium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pool temperatures range from 89 to 108 \u00b0F (32 to 42 \u00b0C). Family Select Access includes <strong>16 geothermal pools<\/strong> and a large family pool, while the premium 21+ area has 12 pools inspired by springs around the world. For a quieter visit, try the <strong>Premier Access area, reserved for adults aged 21 and over<\/strong>. You can take in the Rocky Mountain views or relax at Sopris Caf\u00e9 and Sandbar Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2026 rates, basic family Select Access costs $43\u2013$75. Premium admission for adults is $75\u2013$135. Bring your own towel or rent one for $5. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Book online in advance to save $5 compared with buying at the door. Changes incur a fee and depend on availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbf9bf&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbf9bf\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d.jpg\" alt=\"Ouray Hot Springs Pool in Ouray, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415972\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-13-06ba375d-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Ouray_Hot_Springs_Pool_Ouray_Colorado\"><\/span>7. Ouray Hot Springs Pool (Ouray, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ouray sits at an elevation of 2,375 m and its breathtaking alpine scenery has earned it the nickname <strong>\u201cthe Switzerland of America.\u201d<\/strong> Hot springs bubble along the Uncompahgre River, where they have flowed from underground fissures for thousands of years at temperatures of 80\u2013150 \u00b0F (26\u201365 \u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The area has a rich bathing history. In 1877, a Mr. Buchanan bought land from the town for just $12 and began developing the site. Later, <strong>plunge parties were held in an outdoor pool measuring 20 by 30 feet<\/strong>. Today, modern facilities welcome families and tired climbers returning from the nearby ice park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2026, admission for adults aged 18\u201364 is $30. Visitors over 75 pay just $10, and children under three get in free. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> You can get 20% off day admission with a current Ouray Ice Park membership, or if you\u2019re an active-duty service member or veteran.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dbfde1&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dbfde1\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1272\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667.jpg\" alt=\"The Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415974\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667-700x495.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667-768x543.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667-1536x1085.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667-696x492.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-14-9553e667-1392x984.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_The_Springs_Resort_Pagosa_Springs_Colorado\"><\/span>8. The Springs Resort (Pagosa Springs, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resort\u2019s heart is <strong>Mother Spring, at 144 \u00b0F (62 \u00b0C)<\/strong>, which holds the Guinness World Record as the world\u2019s deepest geothermal spring. In 2020, researchers from the Colorado School of Mines and the US Geological Survey lowered a weighted line into the spring; it had not reached the bottom at 1,002 feet (305 m), and its true depth remains unknown. The first bathhouse for paying guests was built here in 1881. Today, the extensive complex pairs this natural wonder with luxurious facilities and accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are 25 original pools, plus five relaxing terrace pools reserved for adults. If you stay at the resort, you get <strong>round-the-clock access to the thermal water<\/strong>. Other visitors can enjoy a drink at 1881 Poolside Provisions or rent a private family cabana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard single-entry ticket costs $74 for adults and $42 for children according to 2026 rates. The Wellness Pass, for $119\u2013$159 depending on the day, allows repeat entry. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Bring a water bottle and flip-flops for moving between pools; the resort strongly recommends them for your comfort and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc0201&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc0201\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d.jpg\" alt=\"Orvis Hot Springs in Ridgway, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415976\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-15-c11d2d9d-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Orvis_Hot_Springs_Ridgway_Colorado\"><\/span>9. Orvis Hot Springs (Ridgway, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Orvis Hot Springs has a laid-back atmosphere, and you can <strong>camp or stay overnight right on the property<\/strong>. The pools have evocative names and very different temperatures: the hottest, <strong>Lobster Pot, stays between 108 and 114 \u00b0F (42\u201346 \u00b0C)<\/strong>; Island Pond, measuring 20 by 8 feet, is fed by a 127 \u00b0F (53 \u00b0C) spring; and the Cold Plunge by the sauna is kept at 62 \u00b0F (17 \u00b0C). Along with thermal pools, the property offers massages and simple rooms with shared bathrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a lovely retreat for anyone looking for peace and a natural setting without too much luxury. Water temperatures average 100\u2013106 \u00b0F seasonally, and in the Flume, hot and cold spring water mix to maintain an ideal 103\u2013104 \u00b0F. The usual opening hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with <strong>last entry at 8 p.m.<\/strong> A massage starts at $85 for 30 minutes and includes admission to the thermal pools, normally valued at $35.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A full-day adult pass costs $35 in 2026, and children aged 4\u201312 pay $12. Towel rental is $3. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you only have a little time, the one-hour Quick Dip still costs the full $35, but you\u2019ll get $5 back at reception when you leave. A room costs $249 and includes two days of soaking for two people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc05fa&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc05fa\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2399\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe.jpg\" alt=\"Strawberry Park Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs, Colorado\" class=\"wp-image-415978\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-1537x2048.jpg 1537w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-16-733db4fe-1392x1855.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Strawberry_Park_Hot_Springs_Steamboat_Springs_Colorado\"><\/span>10. Strawberry Park Hot Springs (Steamboat Springs, Colorado)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This natural gem near Steamboat Springs becomes a magical place with plenty of rules after sunset. The property is deliberately dimly lit, and <strong>phones and photography are strictly prohibited<\/strong>. After dark, soaking is also clothing optional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The therapeutic water stays at 104 \u00b0F (40 \u00b0C). The pools are open to everyone during the day, but after dark <strong>only adults aged 18 and over are admitted<\/strong>. The facility is open until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admission is $30 for adults and $20 for children under 17, with reservations in two-hour slots. Bring cash: cards and checks aren\u2019t accepted, and there\u2019s no ATM. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> From November 1 to May 1, the county requires 4WD with winter tires or chains on the access road. Two-wheel-drive vehicles aren\u2019t allowed, even with chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc0a0c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc0a0c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"810\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647.jpg\" alt=\"Desert Hot Springs in California\" class=\"wp-image-415981\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647-700x315.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647-768x346.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647-1536x691.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647-696x313.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-17-c3020647-1392x626.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"California_from_desert_to_Big_Sur\"><\/span>California: from desert to Big Sur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Golden State offers <strong>a wide variety of hot springs experiences<\/strong>. On a California road trip, you\u2019ll find everything from luxury spas to wild springs tucked away in the mountains. Soak in a desert oasis around Desert Hot Springs, explore quiet forested areas in Napa Valley, or listen to the ocean waves from the cliffs of Big Sur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a great region for anyone who likes to combine hiking with proper relaxation. Most places are <strong>open year-round<\/strong>, so you can enjoy a warm soak in any season. Pack your swimsuit and let\u2019s look at the stops worth adding to your route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc0e42&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc0e42\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"288\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c.jpg\" alt=\"Desert Hot Springs in California\" class=\"wp-image-415982\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c-300x48.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c-700x112.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c-768x123.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c-1536x246.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c-696x111.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-18-09e8e04c-1392x223.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Desert_Hot_Springs_Desert_Hot_Springs_California\"><\/span>11. Desert Hot Springs (Desert Hot Springs, California)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Desert Hot Springs is unusual in that the city itself has <strong>more than 20 accommodations with natural mineral springs<\/strong>. The city has grown quickly since the 1970s, and its population exceeded 32,000 in the 2020 census. The Cahuilla people once lived in this area north of Palm Springs, particularly in the village of Seven Palms. Hilda Maude Gray became the first modern settler here in 1908.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A turning point came in 1913, when Cabot Yerxa arrived and discovered <strong>a hot aquifer system on Miracle Hill<\/strong>. The springs are an inviting place to unwind after long desert drives and make an excellent base for exploring the area. Along with a soak, you can learn about local history and enjoy the quiet desert valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One local highlight is <strong>Cabot\u2019s Pueblo Museum<\/strong>, a historic home Yerxa spent 20 years building by hand. This Pueblo Revival-style building is among the oldest adobe structures in Riverside County. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Stop by Cabot\u2019s Trading Post &#038; Gallery, which opened to the public in February 2008.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc1221&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc1221\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2214\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131.jpg\" alt=\"Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort in Avila Beach, California\" class=\"wp-image-415985\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-700x861.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-768x945.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-1249x1536.jpg 1249w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-1665x2048.jpg 1665w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-324x400.jpg 324w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-696x856.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-19-54fe4131-1392x1712.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Sycamore_Mineral_Springs_Resort_Avila_Beach_California\"><\/span>12. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort (Avila Beach, California)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This San Luis Obispo County resort is known for its <strong>private outdoor hot tubs set into the hillside<\/strong>. The 116-acre (about 47-hectare) property sits on a natural hot mineral spring. It was once called San Luis Hot Sulphur Springs. Today it\u2019s a peaceful retreat where every room comes with unlimited access to a private mineral tub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along with the pools, the property has <strong>a yoga dome, spa and beautiful Secret Garden<\/strong>. If you\u2019re hungry after your soak, stop at the Gardens of Avila restaurant. It\u2019s a good choice if you want privacy and a chance to combine spa time with fresh-air activities beneath mature trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resort also rents bikes, with helmets and locks included. According to the 2026 rates, a regular bike costs <strong>$15 per hour or $35 for the day<\/strong>. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re travelling as a pair, rent a tandem for $50 a day and explore the Avila Beach area together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc161f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc161f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab.jpg\" alt=\"Two Bunch Palms in Desert Hot Springs, California\" class=\"wp-image-415987\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-20-5fcb81ab-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Two_Bunch_Palms_Desert_Hot_Springs_California\"><\/span>13. Two Bunch Palms (Desert Hot Springs, California)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two Bunch Palms is <strong>reserved for adult guests<\/strong>, with a shaded lagoon called the Grotto at its heart. The water comes from a spring that is 600 years old and emerges at over 100 \u00b0F (about 38 \u00b0C). The pools\u2019 water is naturally renewed every 24 hours. Across the wider Desert Hot Springs area, springs typically range from 120 to 160 \u00b0F (49\u201371 \u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The property has a fascinating history that adds a touch of mystery to your stay. In 1909, a US Army camel corps surveyed the area and named it for two prominent clusters of palms. Even more intriguing are the stories from the 1920s and 1930s, which claim that <strong>Al Capone used the area as a hideout during Prohibition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These days, instead of bootleggers, you\u2019re more likely to find people seeking a <strong>digital detox and some peace and quiet<\/strong>. The resort is designed for relaxation, without the noise of children. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> It\u2019s an exclusive property with specific rules, so book well ahead to enjoy the historic lagoon at your leisure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc1a30&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc1a30\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911.jpg\" alt=\"Harbin Hot Springs in Middletown, California\" class=\"wp-image-415989\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-21-fd296911-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Harbin_Hot_Springs_Middletown_California\"><\/span>14. Harbin Hot Springs (Middletown, California)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This natural retreat sits at an elevation of 478 m, about a two-hour drive north of San Francisco, and <strong>all adult guests must be members<\/strong>. According to the 2026 rates, a one-month trial membership costs $15, annual access is $35, and lifetime membership is $300. If you arrive without an online reservation, expect an additional $5 walk-in fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The property faced a major setback in September 2015, when the Valley Fire partially destroyed it. It reopened in part in January 2019. Visitors can once again use <strong>the main pools, sauna and limited caf\u00e9 service<\/strong>. Water temperatures vary: historical measurements from 1914 recorded a hot sulfur spring at 120.5 \u00b0F (49.2 \u00b0C) and an iron spring at 118 \u00b0F (48 \u00b0C). The Magnesia pool offers a cooler 19 \u00b0C soak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rules are fairly strict, helping preserve a peaceful environment for meditation and rest. <strong>Smoking is completely prohibited<\/strong> in the accommodation, with a $100 fine, and traces of alcohol can incur a $75 penalty. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you cancel 48 to 24 hours before arrival, expect a cancellation fee of 50% of the booking price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc1e72&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc1e72\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1196\" height=\"2560\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Deep Creek Hot Springs near Apple Valley, California\" class=\"wp-image-415991\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-scaled.jpg 1196w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-140x300.jpg 140w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-700x1499.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-768x1644.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-717x1536.jpg 717w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-957x2048.jpg 957w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-696x1490.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-22-3fa9443d-1392x2980.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1196px) 100vw, 1196px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Deep_Creek_Hot_Springs_Apple_Valley_California\"><\/span>15. Deep Creek Hot Springs (Apple Valley, California)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike commercial resorts, Deep Creek Hot Springs offer <strong>a completely natural experience that involves a hike<\/strong>. There\u2019s no reception desk, changing room or price list: you\u2019ll have to walk to the water. One popular approach is from the south via the Bradford Ridge Path, about 2.6 miles (roughly 4 km) each way, with beautiful views along the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The famous <strong>Pacific Crest Trail<\/strong> also passes through the springs. Another option is to start near Lake Arrowhead and hike 6 miles each way. The reward is a series of pools in the wilderness, where hot mineral water emerges right between the rocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This spot is best for <strong>adventurous travellers<\/strong> who don\u2019t mind steep terrain and a complete lack of facilities. You\u2019ll need to carry everything you need in your backpack. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> This is an undeveloped wilderness area, so tread lightly and pack out all your rubbish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc225c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc225c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a.jpg\" alt=\"Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California\" class=\"wp-image-415993\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-23-c985425a-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Esalen_Institute_Big_Sur_California\"><\/span>16. Esalen Institute (Big Sur, California)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This famous institute on the cliffs beside Highway 1 <strong>isn\u2019t a conventional swimming facility; it\u2019s an educational and spiritual center<\/strong>. Michael Murphy and Dick Price, both former students of Frederic Spiegelberg, founded it in 1962. The institute played a key role in the human potential movement that began taking shape in the 1960s. Dick Price led the center until 1985, when he died in a hiking accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As recently as 2016, Esalen offered <strong>more than 500 workshops a year<\/strong> on topics ranging from Gestalt practice and personal growth to meditation, psychology, ecology and yoga. Around 15,000 people took part that year. In February 2017, a major landslide blocked the road in both directions. The institute evacuated guests by helicopter and temporarily laid off 90% of its staff before partially reopening in July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, people travel here from around the world for <strong>a transformative experience overlooking the ocean waves<\/strong>. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re interested in a workshop, check out financial assistance options: according to the official website, scholarships can cover up to 90% of the cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc281f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc281f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1810\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f.jpg\" alt=\"Ten Thousand Waves in Santa Fe, New Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-415995\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-298x300.jpg 298w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-700x704.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-768x772.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-1528x1536.jpg 1528w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-696x700.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-24-a192309f-1392x1400.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Mexico_Ojo_Caliente_and_Truth_or_Consequences\"><\/span>New Mexico: Ojo Caliente and Truth or Consequences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for a state where a storied past meets serious relaxation, New Mexico is a great choice. It\u2019s home to <strong>some of the oldest spa resorts in the USA<\/strong>, with an unmistakable desert atmosphere. There\u2019s something special about soaking outdoors high in the mountains, especially after a long drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Near downtown Santa Fe, Ten Thousand Waves creates the feel of a Japanese retreat. Farther south, you\u2019ll find the curious town of Truth or Consequences, <strong>full of small traditional bathhouses and spas<\/strong> that date back to the late 19th century. If you\u2019re planning a US road trip and love wellness, pin these places to your map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc2e95&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc2e95\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c.jpg\" alt=\"Ten Thousand Waves in Santa Fe, New Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-415997\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-25-b8f38c0c-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Ten_Thousand_Waves_Santa_Fe_New_Mexico\"><\/span>17. Ten Thousand Waves (Santa Fe, New Mexico)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just ten minutes from downtown Santa Fe, this luxury complex is <strong>inspired by Japan\u2019s grand bathing resorts<\/strong> and operates as a traditional onsen. From the moment you arrive, you\u2019ll notice the Asian-inspired aesthetic and the calm associated with Japanese bathing culture. The property offers excellent massages and delicious food at its izanami restaurant, including a three-course lunch menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every detail of the bathing experience has been carefully considered. The largest communal tub, the Grand Bath, <strong>holds up to 18 people<\/strong>. For more privacy, private tubs have their own sauna, changing room and shower, and some even include cooling loungers. The former separate baths have been replaced by Reserved Community Soaking, with a maximum of ten people per 90-minute session at 11 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Groups of six or more get <strong>up to 35% off<\/strong>. Prices vary, but the 2026 menu lists lunch at $29, and there are Happy Hour offers in the afternoon and evening. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Make a community-soaking reservation well in advance. According to the operator, you can reserve up to 72 hours ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc34e7&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc34e7\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1071\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676.jpg\" alt=\"Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs in Ojo Caliente, New Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-416000\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676-700x417.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676-768x457.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676-1536x914.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676-696x414.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-26-01864676-1392x828.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Ojo_Caliente_Mineral_Springs_Ojo_Caliente_New_Mexico\"><\/span>18. Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs (Ojo Caliente, New Mexico)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This historic resort is about 80 km north of Santa Fe, at an elevation of 1,900 m, so you can enjoy <strong>a soak in a true high-desert landscape<\/strong>. The settlement of Ojo Caliente dates back to 1735. Today, it\u2019s a peaceful place in a semi-arid climate, with just over 100 year-round residents according to the 2020 census. The pools are pleasantly warm, with <strong>temperatures between 36 and 39 \u00b0C<\/strong> (97\u2013102 \u00b0F).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This resort is ideal if you want to combine hot springs with other wellness activities. Try a massage with hot stones from the Rio Grande or join a yoga class. One major plus is that <strong>there are no hidden resort fees<\/strong>, and every stay includes unlimited access to the communal pools. For lunch or dinner, try dishes made with fresh ingredients grown at Ojo Farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2026 rates, a basic 90-minute yoga session and day-soaking package starts at $65, while <strong>an all-inclusive day pass to Ojo Caliente and Ojo Santa Fe costs $175<\/strong>. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you live in Arizona, Colorado or Texas, stay Sunday through Thursday to get 10% off your accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc3b7c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc3b7c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1202\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a.jpg\" alt=\"Riverbend Hot Springs in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-416002\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-27-e712392a-1392x930.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Riverbend_Hot_Springs_Truth_or_Consequences_New_Mexico\"><\/span>19. Riverbend Hot Springs (Truth or Consequences, New Mexico)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Riverbend is <strong>the only spa resort directly on the Rio Grande<\/strong>, with pools overlooking the river and the mountain beyond. Private pools accommodate up to two people, are clothing optional, and are booked in <strong>50-minute sessions starting on the hour<\/strong>. The resort has a strict Whisper Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2026 rates, a private pool costs <strong>$30 Monday through Thursday and $40 Friday through Sunday<\/strong> for one or two people. Each additional person, up to a maximum of four, pays $15. It\u2019s open every day of the year from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., and until 11 p.m. during daylight saving time. Children are welcome from age 12; otherwise, this is a spot for couples and adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town itself has a quirky story: in March 1950, it <strong>changed its name after the popular radio show<\/strong> Truth or Consequences. By the end of the 1930s, it had more than 40 bathhouses. 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class=\"lk-stay-name\">Castle Hot Springs<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Luxury all-inclusive adults-only resort in a desert canyon, an hour from Phoenix.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">Check prices<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" 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mineralization.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from \u20ac60<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=horke-prameny-usa&#038;hotelname=The%20Omni%20Homestead%20Resort&#038;address=Hot%20Springs%2C%20Virginia%2C%20USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\u2b50 Luxury<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">The Omni Homestead Resort<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Historic resort with its own ski area, frequented by American presidents.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">Check prices<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Montana_Idaho_and_Wyoming_springs_in_and_around_Yellowstone\"><\/span>Montana, Idaho and Wyoming: springs in and around Yellowstone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The northwestern USA has some of the most fascinating geothermal areas to visit on a road trip. Montana, Idaho and Wyoming are a real paradise for fans of wild landscapes, geology and hot water. <strong>These destinations are best for adventurous travellers<\/strong> who don\u2019t mind long drives and want to experience the American wilderness firsthand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good planning is essential, as distances between towns such as Bozeman and Thermopolis are vast. <strong>Most springs are within driving distance of Yellowstone<\/strong>, making them easy to add to an itinerary. They\u2019re popular, though, so it\u2019s worth arriving early in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc494c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc494c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"2560\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Lava Hot Springs in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho\" class=\"wp-image-416006\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-scaled.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-700x1244.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-1152x2048.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-696x1237.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-29-308e215f-1392x2474.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Lava_Hot_Springs_Lava_Hot_Springs_Idaho\"><\/span>20. Lava Hot Springs (Lava Hot Springs, Idaho)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the few American springs where the water <strong>has no sulfur smell at all<\/strong>. The natural mineral water is 102\u2013112 \u00b0F (39\u201344 \u00b0C) and isn\u2019t chemically treated, so there\u2019s no chlorine or sulfur smell. The compact facility has five pools: two outdoor gravel-bottom pools, two hot tubs and a traditional pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2020 census, the town has just <strong>358 residents<\/strong>, so the water is the main attraction. At the other end of town, the separate Olympic Swimming Complex has a <strong>33-foot-high diving platform<\/strong> and four waterslides in summer. The indoor aquatics centre, with its Aqua Climb climbing wall, is open year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With hot springs for adults and a swimming complex for kids, Lava makes a good family stop on the route between Salt Lake City and Yellowstone. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The hot springs and swimming complex charge separate admission and have different seasonal schedules, so check what\u2019s open before you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc4d70&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc4d70\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2399\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54.jpg\" alt=\"Travertine terraces at Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone\" class=\"wp-image-416009\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-1537x2048.jpg 1537w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-30-d37ebc54-1392x1855.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Mammoth_Hot_Springs_Yellowstone_Wyoming\"><\/span>21. Mammoth Hot Springs (Yellowstone, Wyoming)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yellowstone National Park is home to <strong>Mammoth Hot Springs<\/strong>, where Terrace Mountain is considered <strong>the largest known carbonate spring formation in the world<\/strong>. Geothermal water reaches it through cracks in limestone, flowing from as far away as Norris Geyser Basin. It cools slightly as it travels underground and is about 73 \u00b0C just before it emerges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the hot water rises through the limestone, it releases carbon dioxide and creates <strong>chalk-white travertine terraces<\/strong> on the surface. These formations visibly change as minerals precipitate rapidly. The ground beneath them is so hollow that it raised concerns when nearby fort buildings were constructed in the late 19th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swimming in these springs isn\u2019t allowed for safety reasons, so this is a visual treat for geology lovers. It\u2019s well worth stopping in this northern part of the park. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The boardwalks are the safest way to explore the terraces and keep you from breaking through the thin crust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc51c3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc51c3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b.jpg\" alt=\"Bozeman Hot Springs in Bozeman, Montana\" class=\"wp-image-416010\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-31-cf3b7c0b-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Bozeman_Hot_Springs_Bozeman_Montana\"><\/span>22. Bozeman Hot Springs (Bozeman, Montana)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bozeman Hot Springs is eight miles west of Bozeman on US 191 and has exactly <strong>12 pools<\/strong> ranging from 15 to 41 \u00b0C. If you enjoy extremes, the hottest and coldest indoor pools are deliberately next to each other, making it easy to move between them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The facilities are a good choice for sensitive skin: the indoor pools are drained and cleaned every night, so <strong>they don\u2019t need chlorine<\/strong>. The three main outdoor pools are chlorinated. You\u2019ll also find dry and steam saunas for unwinding after a long day on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2026 price list, adults without a Montana state ID pay <strong>$28 on weekdays<\/strong> and $34 at weekends. Children under four pay $15. Prices may change during the year. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The facility is in a valley right on the route to Yellowstone National Park, making it an ideal road-trip stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc55fb&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc55fb\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03.jpg\" alt=\"Quinn&#039;s Hot Springs Resort in Paradise, Montana\" class=\"wp-image-416011\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-32-5b1f9d03-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Quinns_Hot_Springs_Resort_Paradise_Montana\"><\/span>23. Quinn\u2019s Hot Springs Resort (Paradise, Montana)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quinn\u2019s has outdoor pools divided into <strong>six sections with different temperatures<\/strong>. Five are natural, flowing geothermal pools kept at <strong>100\u2013106 \u00b0F (38\u201341 \u00b0C)<\/strong>, with a chilly 55 \u00b0F (13 \u00b0C) cold plunge alongside them. Two additional pools are treated with salt and kept between 96 and 100 \u00b0F, making them suitable for children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The admission system is a little unusual: the pools are open daily from 7 a.m. to 10:45 p.m., but day visitors must reserve one of <strong>three four-hour sessions<\/strong> (8 a.m.\u2013noon, noon\u20134 p.m. or 4\u20138 p.m.). According to 2026 rates, day admission is <strong>$20 Monday to Thursday and $22 Friday to Sunday<\/strong>; on October 1, 2026, prices rise to $21 and $23.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resort has two lodges and more than <strong>25 cabins in the canyon and by the river<\/strong>, from rustic to luxurious, as well as Harwood House restaurant and Quinn\u2019s Tavern. You can easily spend a few nights here and go hiking in the surrounding mountains between soaks. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Book your session ahead of time; capacity is limited, and popular dates sell out in high season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc5abd&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc5abd\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"2560\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Chico Hot Springs in Pray, Montana\" class=\"wp-image-416012\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-scaled.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-700x1244.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-1152x2048.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-696x1237.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-33-1fb607a6-1392x2474.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Chico_Hot_Springs_Pray_Montana\"><\/span>24. Chico Hot Springs (Pray, Montana)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historic Chico Hot Springs is about 30 miles north of Yellowstone in scenic Paradise Valley and uses <strong>100% natural geothermal water<\/strong>. It emerges from the ground at 45 \u00b0C, flowing at 37 gallons per minute. The resort sits at an elevation of 1,607 m and offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two main pools average around <strong>35 \u00b0C in the larger pool and 39 \u00b0C in the smaller one<\/strong>. The operator advises that young children should not use water above 37 \u00b0C. The site began developing as a resort in 1900, with a small pool 44 feet in diameter, and it still retains its historic charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2026, a day pass for adults and children aged seven and over costs <strong>$14<\/strong>; towel rental is an additional $2. Prices may change over time. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re travelling with pets, check the strict accommodation rules: bringing an animal into a room where they aren\u2019t allowed incurs a hefty $150 fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc61b2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc61b2\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2.jpg\" alt=\"Hot Springs State Park in Thermopolis, Wyoming\" class=\"wp-image-416013\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-34-b8eefec2-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Hot_Springs_State_Park_Thermopolis_Wyoming\"><\/span>25. Hot Springs State Park (Thermopolis, Wyoming)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Hot Springs State Park, thermal water constantly emerges from the ground at a steady <strong>temperature of about 57.2 \u00b0C<\/strong>. You can soak at the State Bath House, where the water is carefully regulated to a comfortable therapeutic 40 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The federal government acquired the land from the Eastern Shoshone Tribe in 1896 and transferred one square mile to the state in 1897. This became <strong>Wyoming\u2019s first state park<\/strong>, originally called Big Horn Hot Springs State Reserve. The park also includes the ancient petroglyphs at Legend Rock, about 25 miles away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Soaking at the State Bath House is <strong>completely free<\/strong>, a rarity in the USA. Admission is listed as free for 2026, although local rules may change. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The park has had a herd of state bison since 1916. It is kept to 15 animals to match the available grazing land, so keep a safe distance when walking around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc6838&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc6838\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845.jpg\" alt=\"Castle Hot Springs in Morristown, Arizona\" class=\"wp-image-416015\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-35-8952c845-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Utah_Nevada_and_Arizona_craters_and_desert_oases\"><\/span>Utah, Nevada and Arizona: craters and desert oases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The southwestern USA offers the kind of dramatic contrasts you want on a road trip. By day, you\u2019ll drive through vast arid canyons and past red rock formations; in the evening, unique geothermal oases await. These states are full of natural wonders, from luxury historic desert resorts such as Arizona\u2019s Castle Hot Springs to wild pools hidden in the forest, like popular Fifth Water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Utah\u2019s Homestead Crater is a real standout, letting you scuba dive in an underground cavern, while the iconic tubs at Mystic Hot Springs look as if they belong in an art film. Most of these places take a little planning and sometimes require a detour from the main highways, but the experience is worth it. Summer is fierce in the desert states, so these hot springs are best enjoyed in spring, autumn or the cooler winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc6e61&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc6e61\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1185\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52.jpg\" alt=\"Castle Hot Springs in Morristown, Arizona\" class=\"wp-image-416017\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52-700x461.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52-768x506.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52-1536x1011.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52-696x458.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-36-4b9f4a52-1392x916.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Castle_Hot_Springs_Morristown_Arizona\"><\/span>26. Castle Hot Springs (Morristown, Arizona)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to its operators, this is <strong>Arizona\u2019s first luxury hotel<\/strong>, having welcomed its first guests in 1896. Today, it\u2019s a beautifully restored, all-inclusive luxury resort for guests seeking privacy and a fascinating history. More than <strong>200,000 gallons of geothermal water<\/strong> flow from underground every day, feeding three spectacular cascading pools. Choose between temperatures of <strong>41, 36 and 29 \u00b0C<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The history here is fascinating. President Theodore Roosevelt visited in 1911, and in the 1920s the Rockefeller family and writer Zane Grey stayed here. Later, future president John F. Kennedy spent <strong>three months recovering in these waters<\/strong> from injuries he sustained when his PT-109 boat sank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This resort is for travellers looking for a peaceful, high-end stay in the desert, far from the bustle of civilization. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> If you love history, ask the staff to share more stories from the days when the resort hosted the social elite. They\u2019re proud of its past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc7529&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc7529\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1721\" height=\"2560\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Homestead Crater in Midway, Utah\" class=\"wp-image-416019\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-scaled.jpg 1721w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-202x300.jpg 202w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-700x1041.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-768x1143.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-1032x1536.jpg 1032w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-1377x2048.jpg 1377w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-696x1035.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-37-bd67f1d9-1392x2071.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1721px) 100vw, 1721px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Homestead_Crater_Midway_Utah\"><\/span>27. Homestead Crater (Midway, Utah)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This geological wonder is a roughly <strong>10,000-year-old crater<\/strong> that attracts snorkellers and scuba divers. Over thousands of years, minerals from the thermal water built a vast limestone dome, <strong>more than 16 m high<\/strong> and 120 m across at its base. The water heats deep underground and flows into the crater at around half a million litres per day, keeping it remarkably clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside, the blue water stays at a pleasant <strong>32 \u00b0C all year<\/strong>. It reaches nearly 20 m deep, with a 2\u20134 m layer of soft mud on the bottom. Once a place to relax after hard work, the crater is now a popular diving attraction for visitors from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting inside is easy: in the 1990s, a <strong>33 m tunnel was cut through the rock<\/strong> on the north side. There\u2019s no need for a tricky rappel. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The water is warm all year, but there\u2019s no direct sunlight inside the cavern, giving it a rather mysterious atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc7cb3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc7cb3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2400\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2.jpg\" alt=\"Fifth Water Hot Springs in Diamond Fork, Utah\" class=\"wp-image-416020\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-38-483b37f2-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_Fifth_Water_Hot_Springs_Diamond_Fork_Utah\"><\/span>28. Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork, Utah)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hikers will love this spring, reached by a <strong>moderately challenging 7.4 km trail<\/strong> with 194 m of elevation gain. The hike takes around two to two and a half hours and leads into beautiful Diamond Fork Canyon, a branch of the larger Spanish Fork Canyon. People have used these thermal waters for <strong>as long as 10,000 years<\/strong>; Paleo-Indigenous people once came here to rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along Fifth Water Creek, you\u2019ll find several natural soaking pools and <strong>three beautiful waterfalls<\/strong>. One of the best things about the pools is that you can adjust the water temperature yourself. Just choose where to sit and how much cold water from the forest stream to let in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need your own car to get there. From Spanish Fork, drive about 11 miles along Highway 6, then turn onto Diamond Fork Road for the final 10 miles to the trailhead. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Start early to avoid the sun on the trail and improve your chances of having the best waterfall pools to yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc8339&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc8339\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1322\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5.jpg\" alt=\"Orange travertine pool at Mystic Hot Springs in Utah\" class=\"wp-image-416022\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-700x514.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-768x564.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-1536x1128.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-696x511.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-39-07b913f5-1392x1022.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: unknown author \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_Mystic_Hot_Springs_Monroe_Utah\"><\/span>29. Mystic Hot Springs (Monroe, Utah)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for a relaxed, bohemian vibe, you\u2019ll love these springs, which also host <strong>live music concerts<\/strong>. The place was originally called Monroe Hot Springs after the nearby town. The Thomas Cooper family settled here in 1886 and built the first bathhouse in 1905. The site took its current name in 1995, and a year later Mike Ginsburg bought it and continued the concert tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The water emerges from the ground at a <strong>scorching 76 \u00b0C<\/strong> and flows across the property at more than 750 litres per minute. It\u2019s rich in minerals, particularly calcium carbonate, magnesium and iron. Water from the main spring then flows into <strong>two smaller cooling pools<\/strong>, where temperatures are kept at a comfortable 33\u201339 \u00b0C\u2014ideal for a longer soak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The address is 475 East 100 North. This place is best for travellers who appreciate a rustic feel and prefer somewhere with character to a sleek, modern spa. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Check the official event schedule. Soaking in hot mineral water while listening to live independent music under the stars is exactly why people travel here from afar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc89d6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc89d6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1199\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043.jpg\" alt=\"David Walley&#039;s Hot Springs in Genoa, Nevada\" class=\"wp-image-416374\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-40-60a7c043-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_David_Walleys_Hot_Springs_Genoa_Nevada\"><\/span>30. David Walley\u2019s Hot Springs (Genoa, Nevada)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This resort has been operating since <strong>1862<\/strong>, when it was known as Walley\u2019s Hot Springs. It\u2019s a mile from Genoa, Nevada\u2019s oldest settlement. Today it\u2019s part of the Holiday Inn Club Vacations network and feels more like a comfortable resort than a wild spring: <strong>five mineral pools at 98\u2013104 \u00b0F (37\u201340 \u00b0C)<\/strong> are complemented by a large heated swimming pool at 89 \u00b0F (32 \u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Canyon area has another pool at 83 \u00b0F and three hot tubs, making it easy to alternate between warm water and swimming. The restaurant and saloon are called <strong>1862<\/strong>, after the year the resort was founded, and have a Wild West-style interior. It\u2019s one of the few places in this guide where a soak comes with traditional hotel services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing to note: <strong>pool access isn\u2019t included in the overnight rate<\/strong> for regular guests. According to the 2026 rates, a day pass costs $55 per person for non-residents and some hotel guests, making Walley\u2019s the most expensive one-day soak in this section. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Genoa is an hour\u2019s drive from Reno, and the town is home to Nevada\u2019s oldest bar. It makes a nice half-day trip from Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc9032&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc9032\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70.jpg\" alt=\"Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort in Olympic National Park, Washington\" class=\"wp-image-416375\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-41-2fe5ac70-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oregon_and_Washington_springs_in_the_rainforest\"><\/span>Oregon and Washington: springs in the rainforest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pacific Northwest offers a very different experience from the dry deserts of neighbouring states. In Oregon and Washington, you\u2019ll head deep into ancient conifer forests, where the trees are covered in thick moss and mist or drizzle often greets you. The atmosphere is almost otherworldly, and soaking outdoors takes on a whole new feel. It\u2019s a great area for hikers, as many springs are reached on forest trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Popular spots include the more developed <strong>Sol Duc in Olympic National Park<\/strong> and the famous <strong>Umpqua<\/strong> pools above a wild river. You\u2019ll also find tucked-away spots in the forest, such as Bagby and Terwilliger, as well as historic bathhouses in Carson. Trails can be slippery after rain, and mobile reception is often patchy in remote areas. In return, you get to relax in the heart of the wilderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc9643&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc9643\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60.jpg\" alt=\"Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort in Olympic National Park, Washington\" class=\"wp-image-416381\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-42-de98ea60-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"31_Sol_Duc_Hot_Springs_Resort_Olympic_National_Park_Washington\"><\/span>31. Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort (Olympic National Park, Washington)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the only commercial hot springs facility <strong>inside Olympic National Park<\/strong>. It\u2019s at the end of a road in the rainforest, with waterfalls and hiking trails nearby. The resort has <strong>three naturally heated mineral pools and one freshwater pool<\/strong>, so you can alternate between hot water and swimming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The original grand resort, built in 1912, burned to the ground; today\u2019s version dates from the 1980s. Before settlers arrived in the 1880s, local tribes already visited the springs for their therapeutic properties. Don\u2019t expect a luxury spa: it\u2019s a functional bathing facility with wooden cabins and a campground, set amid the main attraction\u2014the rainforest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admission is sold in <strong>90-minute sessions<\/strong>, and soaking is included for cabin guests. Pool temperatures vary slightly depending on spring activity, so don\u2019t treat specific figures as fixed. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Combine your soak with a hike. A short trail from the parking lot leads to Sol Duc Falls, one of the park\u2019s most photogenic stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dc9d41&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dc9d41\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3.jpg\" alt=\"Umpqua Hot Springs near Idleyld Park, Oregon\" class=\"wp-image-416382\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-43-19799af3-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"32_Umpqua_Hot_Springs_Idleyld_Park_Oregon\"><\/span>32. Umpqua Hot Springs (Idleyld Park, Oregon)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for a photogenic natural soak, these travertine pools sit <strong>150 feet above the wild North Umpqua River<\/strong>. The site is at an elevation of 800 m, and archaeological finds show that Indigenous people lived here as long as 8,000 years ago. Reaching the water takes a little effort: a <strong>short but steep 0.3-mile trail<\/strong> leads up to the springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The largest pool is about five by eight feet, with water at <strong>43 \u00b0C (110 \u00b0F)<\/strong>. It\u2019s sheltered by a simple wooden roof, so you can warm up even in typical Oregon rain. Just above it is a smaller upper pool, four by five feet, with even hotter water at <strong>44 \u00b0C (112 \u00b0F)<\/strong>. Space is limited, so arrive early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Site upkeep and parking require a fee. Under the 2026 rules, the <strong>trail-use fee is $5<\/strong>. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The parking area is often unattended, so bring the exact amount in cash and put it in the envelope at the self-service station before starting the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dca3c9&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dca3c9\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1244\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655.jpg\" alt=\"Breitenbush Hot Springs near Detroit, Oregon\" class=\"wp-image-416383\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655-700x484.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655-768x531.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655-1536x1062.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655-696x481.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-44-3c396655-1392x962.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"33_Breitenbush_Hot_Springs_Detroit_Oregon\"><\/span>33. Breitenbush Hot Springs (Detroit, Oregon)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This unique retreat covers <strong>154 acres of rugged wilderness<\/strong> in the Cascade Range. It operates as an intentional community where the staff live together. Settlers were using the springs as early as the 1840s. They got their current name in 1873 after one-armed hunter John Breitenbush, whom a group of explorers met here. The upper and lower pools were established in 1904, though <strong>a major flood destroyed both areas<\/strong> in the 1970s, and the resort had to be rebuilt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, <strong>Breitenbush Hot Springs<\/strong> is a peaceful retreat focused on digital detox and deep relaxation. Spend the day in the quiet among trees and bubbling thermal water. This isn\u2019t a place for loud parties; it\u2019s for visitors looking to escape the stress of everyday life. Day visits are available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2026 price list, adult day admission costs <strong>$40 on weekdays and $50 at weekends<\/strong>. Children aged 5\u201312 pay $20, while younger children get in free. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Healthy eating is part of the community\u2019s philosophy. You can add a wholesome vegetarian lunch to your visit for $16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dcab98&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dcab98\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9.jpg\" alt=\"The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia\" class=\"wp-image-416384\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-45-9c314eb9-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eastern_USA_Virginia_West_Virginia_and_Florida\"><\/span>Eastern USA: Virginia, West Virginia and Florida<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may not immediately associate the eastern USA with hot springs, but <strong>some of the country\u2019s oldest bathhouses are here<\/strong>. While the West is known for natural pools, the East has a rich history. Virginia is home to gems such as Berkeley Springs and the famous Warm Springs Pools, visited by early American presidents. It\u2019s a great choice if you\u2019re <strong>looking for a peaceful break with a touch of luxury<\/strong> and don\u2019t fancy hiking for miles through the wilderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the northern mountains, Florida offers an unexpected geothermal attraction: Warm Mineral Springs. The eastern springs tend to have a more traditional spa feel and are <strong>easy to reach by car<\/strong>, making them a good stop on a longer Atlantic Coast road trip. You\u2019re more likely to meet families and history buffs than backpackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dcb1b2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dcb1b2\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1199\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64.jpg\" alt=\"The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia\" class=\"wp-image-416385\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-46-8d996a64-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"34_The_Omni_Homestead_Resort_Hot_Springs_Virginia\"><\/span>34. The Omni Homestead Resort (Hot Springs, Virginia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This huge complex differs from most hot springs resorts by offering <strong>its own alpine ski area<\/strong>, the oldest in Virginia, established in 1959. The Omni Homestead has a long history: Thomas Bullitt built the first cottage here in 1766. The resort took on its modern form around the turn of the 20th century, though much of it\u2014including the main hall\u2014had to be rebuilt after a devastating bakery fire in 1901. Staying here feels like <strong>stepping back into the era of American presidents<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft both vacationed here; Taft stayed before a demanding election campaign in 1908. The resort also has a more complicated history: during World War II, it <strong>served as a luxury internment camp<\/strong> for nearly 800 Japanese diplomats. An international food conference held here in 1943 led to the creation of the FAO. You\u2019ll be relaxing in a place where world history was made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This resort is a good choice if you want comprehensive facilities and don\u2019t mind a large hotel setting. Expect spa luxury rather than wilderness. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Architecture fans should take a close look at the restored 1902 main hall, which makes a grand impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dcb8c8&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dcb8c8\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa.jpg\" alt=\"Berkeley Springs State Park in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia\" class=\"wp-image-416386\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-47-ac7cf4fa-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"35_Berkeley_Springs_State_Park_Berkeley_Springs_West_Virginia\"><\/span>35. Berkeley Springs State Park (Berkeley Springs, West Virginia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People have been coming to this state park for its waters since the mid-18th century. The water stays at a constant <strong>23.5 \u00b0C (about 74.3 \u00b0F)<\/strong>. George Washington visited in 1748 as a 16-year-old. The park holds an annual celebration of his visit, although the tub where the future president is said to have bathed <strong>was rebuilt in the 1930s<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bathhouses are steeped in history. A complex that began with a 1784 building containing five bathing rooms gradually expanded; today, the historic Roman Bathhouse, built in 1815, still stands. It\u2019s <strong>the oldest public building in town<\/strong> and underwent a major six-month, $1 million renovation in 2019, adding new tiles, benches and accessible features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The water isn\u2019t especially hot, so this is a better fit for fans of a mild soak and historic landmarks. It\u2019s a traditional town bathhouse, not a wilderness spring, and the site once belonged to Lord Fairfax. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Take a close look at the Old Roman Bathhouse, a fine example of Federal-style architecture. Following its recent boiler renovation, it offers a comfortable experience for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dcbf8b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dcbf8b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2.jpg\" alt=\"Warm Mineral Springs Park in North Port, Florida\" class=\"wp-image-416387\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-48-f25f43c2-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"36_Warm_Mineral_Springs_Park_North_Port_Florida\"><\/span>36. Warm Mineral Springs Park (North Port, Florida)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida\u2019s Warm Mineral Springs is quite different from the other places in this guide: it\u2019s a <strong>70-metre-deep, hourglass-shaped sinkhole<\/strong>. The water averages 85 \u00b0F (29 \u00b0C), so you can stay in it for hours, but don\u2019t expect a hot bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main spring is <strong>63 m below the surface<\/strong> and releases around 20 million gallons (76 million litres) of water a day. The water has high levels of chloride and hydrogen sulfide and almost no dissolved oxygen, which is one reason archaeological finds have been so well preserved. The park is managed by the City of North Port and sits a mile north of US 41.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its greatest interest is archaeological: the sinkhole contains <strong>remains of more than 20 Paleo-Indigenous people<\/strong>, some radiocarbon-dated to 12,000 years ago. You\u2019re swimming in a place that was once a dry cave, when sea levels were lower, and that remains one of North America\u2019s most valuable underwater archaeological sites. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Admission and opening arrangements have changed several times during park renovations, so check the City of North Port website for current details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dcc5c3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dcc5c3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1199\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca.jpg\" alt=\"Chena Hot Springs Resort near Fairbanks, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-416388\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-49-3128beca-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alaska_Chena_Hot_Springs_and_the_northern_lights\"><\/span>Alaska: Chena Hot Springs and the northern lights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Soaking in hot springs takes on a whole new meaning in Alaska. While elsewhere you might be surrounded by green forests, here you can slip into warm water in the depths of winter. <strong>The biggest draw is watching the northern lights<\/strong> from an outdoor pool\u2014an experience you won\u2019t soon forget. The area around Fairbanks is ideal, as it\u2019s far from the light pollution of busy cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alaska\u2019s resorts are a great stop for adventurous travellers who aren\u2019t afraid of the cold. Along with the pools, you\u2019ll find <strong>a year-round ice museum and huge greenhouses<\/strong> where vegetables are grown in some of the harshest conditions. Getting here takes some planning, but the contrast between steaming water and the ice around you is well worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dccbf8&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dccbf8\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1199\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f.jpg\" alt=\"Chena Hot Springs Resort near Fairbanks, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-416389\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-50-7e1e936f-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"37_Chena_Hot_Springs_Resort_Fairbanks_Alaska\"><\/span>37. Chena Hot Springs Resort (Fairbanks, Alaska)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chena Hot Springs Resort is about <strong>90.9 km northeast of Fairbanks<\/strong> and has been operating for over a century. Gold prospectors Robert and Thomas Swan discovered the springs in 1905 while searching for relief from rheumatism. Today, the resort has an <strong>outdoor thermal lake reserved for adults aged 18 and over<\/strong>, as well as an indoor heated pool and hot tubs. The temperature contrast is extraordinary: average January temperatures in the area can drop to <strong>-31.2 \u00b0C (-24.2 \u00b0F)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resort is famous not only for its pools but also for <strong>the world\u2019s largest year-round ice museum<\/strong>. Admission to see the illuminated ice sculptures and visit the ice bar costs $20 for adults and $15 for children. For an adventure, join a <strong>winter northern-lights tour for $125<\/strong>. The five-hour nighttime trip takes you to Charlie Dome, where heated yurts and warm refreshments await.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the 2026 rates, a basic day pass for the pools and outdoor lake costs <strong>$20 for adults and $15 for children<\/strong>. Prices may change. The ticket includes use of lockers. This place is a dream for fans of winter romance, but don\u2019t expect total seclusion\u2014the resort is popular. <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> The outdoor thermal lake is for adults only, so younger children will need to use the indoor heated pools and hot tubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ab4507dcd2d0&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ab4507dcd2d0\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068.jpg\" alt=\"Wild Umpqua Hot Springs above the North Umpqua River in Oregon\" class=\"wp-image-416390\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/usa-clanky-horke-prameny-usa-51-c6d81068-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: unknown author \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_guide_what_to_bring_safety_and_etiquette\"><\/span>Practical guide: what to bring, safety and etiquette<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A trip to hot springs in the USA calls for a few specific items, whether you\u2019re heading to a luxury resort or into the wilderness. <strong>Always pack two swimsuits<\/strong>, as one may not dry in the winter cold, and bring sturdy water sandals for rocky natural pools. Your bag should also have <strong>two towels and a large water bottle<\/strong> to help prevent dehydration in the hot water. If you\u2019re visiting remote, undeveloped springs, <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> pack a headlamp for a safe walk back to your car after dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hot springs safety comes down to a few clear rules, the most important being <strong>never submerge your head<\/strong>. Signs across the USA warn visitors because the amoeba Naegleria fowleri can rarely live in warm freshwater. Infection is a risk if water goes far up your nose, so <strong>keep your face above the water<\/strong>. At wild springs, check the temperature near the source so you don\u2019t get scalded, and never visit a remote site alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bathing without a swimsuit is uncommon in the USA, but some places are clothing optional. That may be permitted all day, as at Colorado\u2019s Orvis Hot Springs, or <strong>only after dark and for guests aged 18 and over<\/strong>, as at popular Strawberry Park. If you visit a place with this tradition, <strong>photography is strictly prohibited<\/strong>, and you must respect other people\u2019s privacy. It\u2019s still a good idea to bring a swimsuit, just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More and more popular resorts and smaller pools require advance reservations for specific time slots. <strong>Book your tickets weeks ahead if needed<\/strong>, or you risk arriving after a long drive only to find you can\u2019t get in. Capacity fills quickly, especially in the winter high season. Having your <strong>ticket downloaded to your phone<\/strong> can save a lot of stress, but remember that remote areas often have no mobile service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving to the springs can sometimes be tricky, especially in the mountains of Colorado and Idaho. From November to May, <strong>many sites require 4WD<\/strong>, winter tires or even chains. If you\u2019re visiting springs on federal land in national forests, <strong>check whether you need a parking pass<\/strong>. An America the Beautiful annual pass or, in some places, a Northwest Forest Pass may be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When visiting natural hot springs, follow Leave No Trace principles. <strong>Always take all your rubbish with you<\/strong>, as wild sites have no bins or regular clean-ups. <strong>Soap and shampoo are also strictly prohibited in thermal water.<\/strong> That\u2019s how these magical places stay clean and open for other travellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_next_more_articles_about_the_USA\"><\/span>Where to next: more articles about the USA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/joshua-tree-national-park-kalifornie-pruvodce-s-15-tipy-co-videt-a-delat\/\">Joshua Tree National Park<\/a><\/strong>, a desert park an hour from Desert Hot Springs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/glacier-national-park-montana\/\">Glacier National Park in Montana<\/a><\/strong>, the most beautiful park in the north, near Montana\u2019s hot springs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/grand-teton-national-park-wyoming\/\">Grand Teton National Park<\/a><\/strong>, next door to Yellowstone, home to Mammoth Hot Springs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/14-denni-roadtrip-po-severozapade-usa-oregon-washington-a-lake-tahoe\/\">A 14-day road trip in the northwestern USA<\/a><\/strong>, crossing Oregon and Washington, home to Sol Duc and Umpqua.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/aljaska-30-tipu-co-videt-itinerar-roadtrip\/\">Alaska: 30 tips, itinerary and road trip<\/a><\/strong>, with advice on planning a visit to Chena Hot Springs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/dovolena-florida\/\">Florida holidays<\/a><\/strong>, including where to find Warm Mineral Springs.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"united states\" lang=\"en\" --><!-- LKM_GYG_CARD end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are answers to some of the most common questions about hot springs in the USA. I\u2019ve put together a quick overview of the essentials so you can plan your trip with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_famous_hot_spring_in_the_USA\"><\/span>What is the most famous hot spring in the USA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Probably the most famous thermal feature is the renowned Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone. <strong>You absolutely must not bathe in them, however<\/strong>, as it is strictly forbidden and violations can result in hefty fines or even jail time. You can only enjoy them as a breathtaking viewpoint from the wooden boardwalks.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_entry_to_American_hot_springs_cost\"><\/span>How much does entry to American hot springs cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Prices vary widely depending on the type of facility. Municipal and state pools like Ouray Hot Springs Pool, Lava Hot Springs, or Hot Springs State Park in Thermopolis are among the cheapest. <strong>Mid-range resorts like Mount Princeton cost around 40 USD<\/strong> per day (according to the 2026 price list), while luxury private facilities with accommodation will cost you the most.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_bathe_in_a_hot_spring_in_Yellowstone\"><\/span>Can I bathe in a hot spring in Yellowstone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Bathing in thermal springs and vents in Yellowstone is <strong>strictly and absolutely forbidden<\/strong>. The water in these places is often unstable and extremely hot, which has led to many tragic scaldings with fatal consequences in the past. If you want to enjoy hot water, you must head to official commercial pools outside the national park boundaries.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_American_springs_are_free\"><\/span>Which American springs are free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Completely free, or only requiring a small parking fee for the trailhead, are wild springs located on federal land. These include, for example, the popular <strong>Fifth Water in Utah, the picturesque Umpqua in Oregon<\/strong>, Idaho&#8217;s Goldbug, or California&#8217;s Deep Creek. You don&#8217;t need tickets for these places, but you often need to obtain the appropriate parking permit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_in_the_USA_can_you_bathe_without_swimsuits\"><\/span>Where in the USA can you bathe without swimsuits?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>So-called clothing optional bathing, or without swimsuits, is rather exceptional in the USA, but a few well-known places allow it. <strong>At Orvis Hot Springs in Colorado, it&#8217;s permitted all day<\/strong>, while at Strawberry Park you can remove your swimsuit only after dark and must be over 18 years old. Harbin Hot Springs also maintains a tradition of clothing-optional bathing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_for_bathing_in_hot_springs\"><\/span>When is the best time for bathing in hot springs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The main season is paradoxically in winter, because <strong>bathing surrounded by snow is the greatest experience<\/strong>. Resorts in Colorado tend to be crowded in winter because of skiers, and people travel to Chena Hot Springs in Alaska at night to watch the aurora borealis. In desert areas like Desert Hot Springs, the ideal time is from October to May\u2014avoid the extremely hot summer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_bathing_in_hot_springs_safe\"><\/span>Is bathing in hot springs safe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but you must follow basic rules, especially <strong>never submerge your head underwater<\/strong>. Warm freshwater can harbor the amoeba Naegleria fowleri, which poses a risk if water enters your nose. At wild springs, always carefully test the water temperature with your hand first, and preferably don&#8217;t go there completely alone.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_you_bathe_with_children\"><\/span>Where can you bathe with children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For families with children, the best options are safe municipal and state pools, such as <strong>Lava Hot Springs or the family-friendly Ouray Hot Springs Pool<\/strong>, where the infrastructure is adapted even for the youngest. On the other hand, avoid luxury private resorts like Two Bunch Palms\u2014they often operate in adults-only mode, exclusively for grown-ups.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496008\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_state_has_the_most_hot_springs\"><\/span>Which state has the most hot springs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>According to statistics and geological activity, the western USA states are absolute leaders. You&#8217;ll encounter hot springs practically everywhere in Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, and California. These are exactly the states worth heading to on a road trip if you want to try both luxurious developed resorts and <strong>remote wild spots in the middle of national forests<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788532496009\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_also_sleep_at_a_hot_spring\"><\/span>Can you also sleep at a hot spring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can. Most of the more luxurious facilities operate directly as hotels, examples being The Springs Resort in Pagosa or the private villas at Ten Thousand Waves. <strong>Some resorts like Castle Hot Springs even offer all-inclusive stays<\/strong>. At wild springs on federal land, you can sometimes pitch a tent if it doesn&#8217;t violate local national forest regulations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore 37 hot springs across the USA, organized by state\u2014from free natural pools to historic bathhouses and luxury resorts. Find prices, practical tips and places to stay right by the water.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":416394,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Hot Springs USA: 37 Best Places by State for 2026","rank_math_description":"Explore 37 hot springs USA picks by state, from free wild pools to luxury resorts. 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