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Pah Tempe Hot Springs

Unfortunately this Utah hot springs has been officially closed to the public over a legal battle with the state. History shows that Pah Tempe Hot Springs was a sacred area to the American Indian tribe and Washington County has been working with both Federal and State authority to conduct more research and conservation efforts. Since the dispute began, Pah Tempe Hot Springs has had a reduction in water flow from the natural mineral waters and has since not been the same for public use.

Pah Tempe Hot Spring
Pah Tempe Hot Spring


There are five different pool sections along with caves for you to enjoy. Each pool cascades down into one another and eventually to the Virgin river. The average temperature of the hot springs pools are around 107 degrees, cooling a bit as it continues down each level. Over 100,000 tons of salt from Pah Tempe Hot Springs flows into the Virgin River, which is another reason for the state to conduct more research on the area.

Pah Tempe Hot Springs Pool
Pah Tempe Hot Springs Pool

Directions to Pah Tempe Hot Springs

From St. George, Utah

1. Start on I-15 North to UT-17 South/UT-228 towards Toquerville
2. Take exit 27
3. Continue driving on UT-17 South until you reach your destination.



Again, you unfortunately can’t visit this amazing Utah hot spring at this time, but if it ever reopens it is one of the best natural pools in the entire state. Happy soaking!