Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch)
Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) is a private thermal spring listed in Cochise County, Arizona Hot Springs near Willcox. Reported soak temperature is 106°F with a historical source temperature of 106°F — actual conditions may differ. Access is subject to admission fees, and clothing policy is unconfirmed — always confirm before visiting. 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
| Reported Soak Temp | 106°F |
| Source Temp (Historical) | 106°F |
| Trail Access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access Fee | Paid / Resort Fees |
| Clothing Policy | Unknown — Verify Locally |
| Pet Policy | Reported No Pets |
| Geothermal Data Reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check Land Status | Private land — contact the owner/manager for permission |
Verification & Sources
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Reviewed September 2026 · Treat all details as reported — verify before visiting · How we verify our data
Detailed Description
Historic 127°F-source spring in the Galiuro Mountains on The Nature Conservancy's Muleshoe Ranch — site of Henry Hooker's 1860s ranch. Bathhouse soaking restricted to TNC members with advance reservations or overnight guests; surrounding preserve trails open to day hikers. Fee: Nature Conservancy members/advance reservation or overnight stay only. NO walk-in soaking — members/reservations only. Rough unmaintained road.
Directions & Trailhead Access
From Willcox: Airport Rd ~15 mi, then Muleshoe Ranch Rd/Jackson Cabin Rd ~14 mi (high-clearance 4WD, unmaintained). Sign in at the entrance kiosk.
Frequently Asked Questions: Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch)
Is Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) free?+
Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) is a developed thermal facility near Willcox that requires paid admission.
What temperature is Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch)?+
Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) has a reported soak temperature of 106°F and a historical source temperature of 106°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) clothing optional?+
Directory records do not confirm the clothing policy at Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) — verify current rules before visiting.
How do you access Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch)?+
Hooker Hot Springs (Muleshoe Ranch) is a recorded location in Cochise County. Exact access, parking, and land status are not verified — check with the local land manager (BLM/USFS/NPS) before visiting.
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