Big Greenlee Springs Basin
Big Greenlee Springs Basin is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Greenlee County, Arizona Hot Springs near Greenlee Area. Average water soak temperature is 101°F with a geothermal source temperature of 113°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Seasonal Soaking & Best Time to Visit
Desert thermal zones experience high summer ambient heat. The cooler months from late autumn to early spring offer the most refreshing ambient conditions for open-air soaking.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Average Soak Temp | 101°F |
| Geothermal Source Temp | 113°F |
| Trail Access | Dispersed Public Land / Roadside (GPS Coords) |
| Access Fee | 100% Free Public Access |
| Clothing Policy | Clothing Optional |
| Pet Policy | No Pets Allowed |
| Geothermal Data Citation | USGS Geothermal Data Portal |
| Public Land Management | Arizona BLM Public Land Office |
Detailed Description
Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Greenlee County, Arizona. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.
Directions & Trailhead Access
Located at GPS coordinates 33.475, -111.575 in Arizona. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.
Frequently Asked Questions: Big Greenlee Springs Basin
Is Big Greenlee Springs Basin free?+
Big Greenlee Springs Basin in Greenlee Area, Arizona is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.
What temperature is Big Greenlee Springs Basin?+
Big Greenlee Springs Basin maintains an average soaking water temperature of 101°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.
Is Big Greenlee Springs Basin clothing optional?+
Big Greenlee Springs Basin is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.
How far is the hike to Big Greenlee Springs Basin?+
Located near Greenlee Area, Arizona, Big Greenlee Springs Basin is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.5-mile trail walk.
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Community Soaker Reports
Verified Traveler ReviewsBig Greenlee Springs Basin is catalogued in the USGS Geothermal Resources Survey (Circular 790) as a geothermal resource in Greenlee County, Arizona. Measured source temperature: 113°F. Average soaking pool temperature: 101°F. Land type: Dispersed Public Land (BLM / USFS). No entrance fee.
Source: USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790 · Data verified July 2025
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