The Easily Hikable Hot Springs In New Mexico With The Most Stellar Views
Are you hoping for an opportunity to unwind from a hectic week? You could visit a resort to bask in luxury or, if you prefer something a little more natural, try a visit to a hot spring. You can find quite a few of the latter option around the state but if you want to combine a warm soak with a short hike and beautiful views, you’ll want to check out this one hot spring in northern New Mexico.
During these uncertain times, please keep safety in mind and consider adding destinations to your bucket list to visit at a later date.
Spence Hot Springs is located just over 7 miles north of Jemez Springs, near Valles Caldera National Preserve and Bandelier National Monument.
Once you arrive, you'll find a small pool that can accommodate about a dozen people and there are days where you'll find just as many lounging around the springs.
Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy the lovely mountain views.
Spence Hot Springs is located in the Santa Fe National Forest, just off Highway 4. You can find a map to the location at this link and details about visiting on the National Forest Service website. When visiting, remember to respect the area by leaving no trace.
Monica is a Diné (Navajo) freelance writer and photographer based in the Southwest. Born in Gallup and raised in Phoenix, she is Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water People) and Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People). Monica is a staff writer for Only In Your State, photo editor for The Mesa Legend, and previously a staff writer for The Navajo Post. You can reach her at monica.d.spencer@gmail.com.
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