Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs, Arkansas
PHOTO:GETTY IMAGES
No list of hot springs in the U.S. would be complete without Hot Springs National Park, located in Hot Springs, Arkansas. See the thermal water in its natural setting at the Display Spring or Hot Water Cascade before visiting Bathhouse Row. There are no outdoor hot springs suitable for bathing at this park, but you can visit the Buckstaff Bathhouse or Quapaw Baths to soak in the geothermal waters.
Advertisement
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
With mountains, lakes, and a canyon, Glenwood Springs has outdoor activities for everyone. Once you've spent a day hiking or hitting the slopes, take a dip in one of the hot springs. Glenwood Hot Springs Resort is the most famous because it's home to the world's largest mineral hot springs pool. Iron Mountain Hot Springs features a bathhouse and 16 geothermal pools overlooking the Rocky Mountains.
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
Uniquely named Truth or Consequences is known for its hot springs. Take a dip at Riverbend Hot Springs to enjoy views of the Rio Grande while you soak.