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An hour’s drive from Boise, Idaho, Givens Hot Springs is nestled amidst the Owyhee Mountains in Melba. Discovered in 1881, the mineral-rich water at this site has been attracting locals and tourists alike for over a century. Hot Springs Visitors to Givens Hot Springs have the option of either swimming in the main pool or …
While the Pacific Northwest is synonymous with outdoor living and alpine scenes, underground geothermal activity in Washington has led to numerous primitive and developed hot springs appearing across the state. Whether you are looking for a polished, luxury resort or simply want to escape the modern world, Washington has a hot spring site waiting for …
While most people visit Alaska to enjoy its stunning scenic views and abundant wildlife, the hot springs sprinkled across the state are perfect for those looking to add a little relaxation to their vacation. With miles and miles of uninterrupted wilderness, Alaska is truly an outdoorsman’s most grand adventure. It’s the kind of escape that …
Due to heat surging deep underneath the earth, California and Nevada are home to a huge variety of hot spring resorts and primitive pool. Within 2.5 hours of Truckee’s central location near the mountains, prospective hot spring soakers have access to six different stunning hot springs. Truckee, California, a beautiful town on the edge of …
As a state known for its casinos and high-octane nightlife, we can’t forget that Nevada is also home to over three hundred hot springs. While most people are familiar with Nevada’s famous destinations, such as the Mojave Desert and Las Vegas, one of the most charming and abundant natural features that you can find are …
It is no secret that Arizona is full of beautiful, rejuvenating natural hot springs. Even near the busy metropolis of Phoenix, AZ, there are plenty of hot springs that will allow you to relax after a long day of working, sightseeing, or trying to experience everything the city has to offer. A trip to Arizona …
While Los Angeles may be a sprawling metropolis that offers nearly every imaginable past-time, sometimes city-dwelling Los Angelenos need to get away and escape to one of California’s nearby hot springs for a weekend of relaxation. Luckily, LA’s position in Southern California places it within a three-hour drive of some of Cali’s favorite hot spring …
Situated just north of the Oregon-Washington border, outside of the town of Carson, Wind River Hot Springs is a set of two primitive hot springs positioned directly adjacent to the Wind River. Being that the water level of the river is only low enough to cross during the late summer, access to the springs can …
Only open from Memorial Day to Labor Day each year, Ritter Hot Springs in Long Creek, Oregon is a basic, seasonal hot spring resort characterized by a rich history dating back to the nineteenth century. Ritter Hot Springs is not an upscale, fancy resort, but it offers simple accommodations, beautiful views, and, most importantly, a …
The payoff of a long, hot soak in the Kilo Hot Springs is a great reward after your strenuous wilderness hike. Located “somewhere” in the vast Alaskan interior, Kilo Hot Springs is frequently listed in Alaska’s Top 10 Hot Springs. Hot Springs Pools Kilo Hot Springs is remotely located in a broad and breathtaking valley …
Shelokum Hot Springs is a lightly visited bathing location nestled deep inside of the Tongass National Forest in Ketchikan, Alaska. It is a natural oasis surrounded by mountain views and dense forest offering shelter for weary travelers to take a break from their trek and settle in for a bit of healing and relaxation. Hot …
150 miles northwest of Fairbanks, you will find the Hutlinana Hot Springs at mile marker 103 on the Elliot Highway of Alaska’s interior. While the journey to this hot spring may require a 7-mile hike over frozen terrain, soaking in this geothermal pool is worth the journey. Hot Springs While the geothermal springs are open …
