Take This Difficult 10.9-Mile Hike To Beautiful And Remote Hot Springs In New Mexico
Courtnie Erickson
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Some hikes in the Land of Enchantment are short and sweet. However, others are strenuous and challenging, but the final destination is worth every obstacle. The Turkey Creek Hot Springs in the Gila Wilderness is one of those challenging trails but once you reach your final destination — a gorgeous remote hot spring in New Mexico — you’ll be so grateful you took that first step. Have we piqued your interest? If so, continue reading all about this magical hot springs trail in New Mexico that you’ll want to visit time and time again.
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Have you ever hiked to Turkey Creek Hot Springs in New Mexico? What was your experience like? Feel free to tell us all about your adventures in the comments below — we would love to hear from you! For more information about this trail, be sure to check out the official AllTrails listing for Turkey Creek Hot Springs.
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If you love to relax in hot springs in the Land of Enchantment, check out our list of the 12 best hot springs in New Mexico that you’ll want to visit.
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Natural Wonders In New Mexico
What are some visit-worthy hot springs in New Mexico?
New Mexico is home to a wide variety of hot springs, each of which deserves a trip. Below you'll find a list of some of the most visit-worthy hot springs in NM:
- Riverbend Hot Springs, Truth or Consequences
- Sierra Grande Lodge and Spa, Truth or Consequences
- San Antonio Hot Springs, near Los Alamos
- Middle Fork (Lightfeather) Hot Springs, near Gila Hot Springs
- Montezuma Hot Springs, near Las Vegas
- Ten Thousand Waves Spa, Santa Fe
- Fire Water Lodge, Truth or Consequences
- Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort and Spa, Ojo Caliente
- Faywood Hot Springs, between Silver City and Deming
- Spence Hot Springs, near Jemez Springs
- Jemez Hot Springs, Jemez Springs
- Black Rock Hot Springs (Hondo Hot Springs), Arroyo Hondo
You can learn more about these magical hot springs destinations when you check out our full guide to the best hot springs in New Mexico.
What are some of the top natural wonders in New Mexico?
They don't call it the Land of Enchantment for nothing! Below you'll find a list of some of the best natural wonders in NM:
- Leasburg Slot Canyon
- Rio Grande Gorge
- Cimarron Canyon
- Carlsbad Caverns National Park
- Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano
- Sitting Bull Falls
- Jemez Falls
- Nambe Falls
- Anderson Overlook
- Rio Chama Overlook
Of course, these are just some of the amazing natural wonders in NM.