San Antonio Hot Springs
San Antonio Hot Springs is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Sandoval County, New Mexico Hot Springs near Jemez Springs. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 105°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 | 102°F |
| Geothermal Source Temp | 105°F |
| Trail Access | Dispersed Public Land / Roadside (GPS Coords) |
| Access Fee | 100% Free Public Access |
| Clothing Policy | Clothing Optional |
| Pet Policy | Dog Friendly (Leashed) |
| Geothermal Data Citation | USGS Geothermal Data Portal |
| Public Land Management | New Mexico BLM Public Land Office |
Detailed Description
Tiered natural rock tubs clinging to a pine-covered canyon cliff wall in the Santa Fe National Forest.
Directions & Trailhead Access
Off NM-126 near Jemez Springs, follow Forest Road 376 north to gate/trailhead.
Frequently Asked Questions: San Antonio Hot Springs
Is San Antonio Hot Springs free?+
San Antonio Hot Springs in Jemez Springs, New Mexico is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.
What temperature is San Antonio Hot Springs?+
San Antonio Hot Springs maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.
Is San Antonio Hot Springs clothing optional?+
San Antonio Hot Springs is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.
How far is the hike to San Antonio Hot Springs?+
Located near Jemez Springs, New Mexico, San Antonio Hot Springs is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.7-mile trail walk.
Where to Stay Near San Antonio Hot Springs
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Jemez Mountain Inn & Spa
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Community Soaker Reports
Verified Traveler ReviewsSan Antonio Hot Springs is catalogued in the USGS Geothermal Resources Survey (Circular 790) as a geothermal resource in Sandoval County, New Mexico. Measured source temperature: 105°F. Average soaking pool temperature: 102°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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