Spence Hot Springs
Spence is a warm, natural spring a short hike off NM 4 north of Jemez Springs, managed by the Santa Fe National Forest. It is day use only, swimsuits are required, and the water is close to body temperature.
- Water
- About 95°F, now closer to body temperature
- Getting there
- Short hike from a small parking area on NM 4
- Clothing
- Swimsuits required; nudity is cited under state law
- Cost and hours
- See current prices and hours on the official site
- Pools
- Natural rock pools on a forested hillside
- Reservations
- Not taken
- Accessibility
- No restrooms or drinking water; 7 parking spaces
- Managed by
- Santa Fe National Forest, Jemez Ranger District
Good to know. Water is not tested; keep your head above water because of a rare but deadly amoeba
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: first-timers. Something out of date?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.