Sheep Bridge Hot Spring
Small spring-fed soaking tubs near the historic Sheep Bridge over the Verde River, at the end of a long, rough Forest Service road north of Carefree. There are no restrooms, drinking water, or other facilities.
- Getting there
- About 45 mi from Carefree on unpaved FR 24 and FR 269; high-clearance vehicle required, 4WD often needed when wet; narrow road with blind curves
- Cost and hours
- Free
- Reservations
- Not taken
- Stay the night
- Dispersed camping, 14 day limit, no restrooms, water or tables
- Managed by
- Tonto National Forest (Cave Creek Ranger District)
Good to know. The road is rocky and technical and can be impassable after rain; the river can run high and fast.
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.
New to hot springs? A slow soak is a five-step way to enjoy the water safely.
Good for: camping, quiet soaking. Something out of date? Let us know and we’ll check it.
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.