There are several natural and commercial hot springs in Utah. The following directory will provide you with more information, as well as the location of each hot spring.
Note: Most springs are considered clothing optional. Please remember this when you approach any spring with your children. Although, people consider these springs clothing optional, please remember this is illegal in the state of Utah. Several springs have been closed because of this activity. Let's keep our springs open by following the rules, and remember to always clean up and pack out what you brought in. This information provided by Utah Outdoor Activities is for informational purposes only, and we cannot be held liable for any injuries that may occur while soaking in any natural hot spring.
Bear Lake Hot Springs (Idaho)
When we think of Bear Lake the first thing that comes to mind is the blue Caribbean like waters, soft white sandy beaches, boating, and of course raspberry days. Last summer while enjoying the Bear Lake activities such as playing in the water, on the beach, and of course soaking up some sun, we discovered the Bear Lake Hot Springs.
Lava Hot Springs (Idaho)
Although not in Utah, Lava Hot Springs is one of my favorite destinations to visit year-around. The town of Lava offers many year-around activities and fun for the whole family. The Lava Hot Spring Vacation Resort offers five outdoor pools for soaking. The natural hot springs feed the pools with 2.5 million gallons of water per day, keeping the pools fresh, clean and ever changing.
Blue Lake Wildlife Management Area
The Blue Lake WMA is located 15 miles south of Wendover. This 215 acre management area consists of several clear, deep natural spring fed lakes/ponds, with an extensive wetland complex surrounding them. Blue Lake is the largest of these lakes with a depth of approx 58 feet deep. With a winter surface temperature of 76 degrees, Blue Lake is very popular for Scuba-Divers from November thru May.
Crystal Hot Springs - Honeyville Utah
Crystal Hot Springs, originally named Madsen Hot Springs has an extensive history. It‘s mentioned that the Native Americans used the area as a camping site during the winter months and used the springs as a natural heat source. When the Transcontinental Railroad was expanding west the Chinese railroad workers learned of the springs.
Veyo Pool and Crawdad Canyon Rock Climbing Park
Located approximately 17 miles north of St. George Utah is the Veyo Pool and Crawdad Canyon Rock Climbing Park. The resort is located along the Santa Clara river in a small steep basalt canyon. Here the Santa Clara river has carved its way through 1 and 2 million year old basalt flows creating Crawdad Canyon.
The Homestead Crater
The Homestead Crater began forming about 10,000 years ago. Deep in the earth's interior water from the Wasatch range is heated. Over thousands of years this heated mineral water has percolated back to the surface creating the 55-foot tall beehive shaped dome. Inside this hollow dome is a 65 foot deep nature pool that is filled from the many springs bubbling up from the bottom.
Mystic Hot Springs
Mystic Hot Springs is a very unique and original location. I would like to start this article by mentioning the unbelievable people who own/work at Mystic Hot Springs. We truly felt at home, and welcome from the minute we walked through the door. Mike and Victoria made us feel... as if to use the cliche' "what is theirs is mine". This was before we were turned loose on the property to wander at our own free will.
Inlet Hot Springs
Inlet Park Hot Springs are located on the north end of Utah Lake. The city has developed a nice path leading to these springs from the parking area at Inlet Park. They are surrounded by nearby housing developments and of course the park, which makes them very popular. Hot water percolates up through the muddy bottom in several places and the water tends to be roughly 109 degrees at the source.
Baker Hot Springs
Baker hot springs provides three tubs for soaking. Each of the three tubs in large enough to accommodate several people. Two sources of water fill the tubs. One ditch carries the hot water while the another carries the cold water. You have complete control over the temperature. Baker is very popular for the nearby town of Detla, so skinny dippers beware.
Fifth Water Hot Springs
I have always heard that this is the most picturesque hot springs that you will ever visit, I would have to agree! Fifth water is located up Diamond Fork canyon. The trail head begins at the Three Forks parking area. The hike to the springs is approx 2.5 miles and the climb has a moderate elevation gain.
Meadow Hot Spring
Located just 4 miles south of Fillmore, Utah is the quiet little town of Meadow. Since most of us have traveled south on I-15 and stopped to fill up at least once in Fillmore, it was amazing to find this natural treasure unoccupied. Meadow Hot Spring is located just west of the town of Meadow, in an open field.
Ogden Hot Springs (Closed)
This spring is located right off the Ogden Canyon road. These pools are man made and are fed by a hose from a concrete collection system. The water is extremely hot, so plan on taking a bucket so you can scoop cold water out of the river. The river is located right by the spring.Families and children frequent the springs, so skinny dippers be aware. Spring and summer are very popular, so plan on a crowd.