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Gila Valley (Safford area), Arizona

Essence of Tranquility

A small, rustic mineral spring property south of Safford with private soaking rooms and one shared outdoor tub, rented by the hour. Simple casitas and tent camping are available for overnight stays.

Check before you goHours vary by season; day visitors may be limited on some days, call aheadLast checked November 2026
Getting there
Drive up
Children
All ages
Clothing
Clothing optional in some areas
Cost and hours
See current prices and hours on the official site
Pools
Five private tubs and one shared outdoor tub, each kept at a different temperature
Reservations
Recommended
Stay the night
Casitas and tent camping on site
Managed by
Private business

Good to know. Swimwear is reportedly required in the shared tub; private rooms allow clothing-optional soaking with the door closed.

In any natural hot spring, keep your head above the water. Health officials advise it because of a rare amoeba that can enter through the nose.

Good for: first-timers, quiet soaking, camping. Something out of date? Let us know and we’ll check it.

Warm water, closer to home

No hot spring nearby?

Warm-water sessions at your own pool, or your community’s, in and around Flagstaff, by request. And there are small water practices you can do at home, in a bath.

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