Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork)
Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Utah County, Utah Hot Springs near Spanish Fork. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 110°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is swimsuit required. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Seasonal Soaking & Best Time to Visit
High-altitude mountain access routes and backcountry trailheads can experience seasonal snowpack from November through May. Peak summer and early autumn provide clear trail access and pleasant evening soak conditions.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Average Soak Temp | 102°F |
| Geothermal Source Temp | 110°F |
| Hiking Distance | 2.3 miles (moderate) |
| Access Fee | 100% Free Public Access |
| Clothing Policy | Clothing Required |
| Pet Policy | Dog Friendly (Leashed) |
| Geothermal Data Citation | USGS Geothermal Data Portal |
| Public Land Management | Utah BLM Public Land Office |
Detailed Description
Stunning milky-blue electric azure mineral pools fed by steaming waterfalls along Fifth Water Creek.
Directions & Trailhead Access
Off US-6 in Spanish Fork Canyon, turn onto Diamond Fork Road to Three Forks Trailhead.
Frequently Asked Questions: Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork)
Is Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) free?+
Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) in Spanish Fork, Utah is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.
What temperature is Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork)?+
Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.
Is Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) clothing optional?+
Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) is a swimsuit-required thermal area.
How far is the hike to Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork)?+
Located near Spanish Fork, Utah, Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.3-mile trail walk.
Where to Stay Near Fifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork)
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Community Soaker Reports
Verified Traveler ReviewsFifth Water Hot Springs (Diamond Fork) is catalogued in the USGS Geothermal Resources Survey (Circular 790) as a geothermal resource in Utah County, Utah. Measured source temperature: 110°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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