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Utah Hot Springs: Fifth Water, Mystic, Meadow and More
Last updated October 22, 2026 · 2 min read
Utah’s hot springs are fewer than Idaho’s or Nevada’s, but several are among the most distinctive in the West. Many sit along the Wasatch Front and the faults at the edge of the Great Basin.
Fifth Water Hot Springs
Fifth Water in Diamond Fork Canyon, south of Provo, is Utah’s best-known natural soak. A trail of roughly 2.5 miles each way follows Sixth Water Creek up to a series of turquoise pools fed by hot springs, with small waterfalls. The water smells strongly of sulfur. It is very popular on weekends, so arrive early, and the road to the trailhead can be closed in winter, which adds miles.
Mystic Hot Springs
Mystic Hot Springs in Monroe is known for its orange travertine mounds and old cast-iron bathtubs filled with mineral water. It also has camping and vintage buses and cabins to sleep in. Reservations are recommended.
Meadow Hot Springs
Meadow Hot Springs is a set of deep, clear pools in farmland near the town of Meadow. The land is privately owned and public access depends on the owner’s goodwill. Follow posted rules, pack out trash and do not camp unless it is clearly allowed.
The Homestead Crater and Midway
The Homestead Crater in Midway, near Park City and Heber, is a 55-foot-tall limestone dome with warm mineral water inside, open for soaking, swimming and scuba by reservation. Midway has several other historic warm springs, listed in our directory under Midway Hot Springs.
Near Salt Lake City and Ogden
Crystal Hot Springs in Honeyville, north of Ogden, has developed pools fed by both hot and cold springs. Closer to Salt Lake City, the old Wasatch Hot Springs and Becks springs are historic sites rather than places to soak today.
Tips
- Utah summer heat makes midday hikes uncomfortable. Go early.
- Winter soaks are wonderful, but check road and trailhead status.
- Many Utah springs have high mineral content. Rinse afterward and remove silver jewelry.
See hot springs near Salt Lake City and the Utah hot springs map.
Springs in this guide
Listed Utah hot springs
The 21 best-documented of 26 Utah springs in our directory. See all Utah hot springs on a map.
| Hot spring | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hill Hot Springs Free | 171°F | Developed | Monroe, UT (1 mi) |
| Stinking Hot Springs | 124°F | Natural | Honeyville, UT (9 mi) |
| Crater Hot Spring | 111°F | Natural | Saratoga Springs, UT |
| Thermo Hot Springs | 181°F | Natural | Milford, UT (19 mi) |
| Meadow Hot Springs | 106°F | Natural | Fillmore, UT (12 mi) |
| Midway Hot Springs 1981 record | 104°F | Natural | Midway, UT |
| Mystic Hot Springs | 108°F | Natural | Monroe, UT |
| Wilson Health Springs | 142°F | Natural | Delta, UT (59 mi) |
| Becks Hot Spring 1981 record | 133°F | Natural | North Salt Lake, UT (2 mi) |
| Crystal (madsens) Hot Springs 1981 record | 129°F | Natural | Honeyville, UT (2 mi) |
| Crystal Hot Springs 1981 record | 187°F | Natural | Bluffdale, UT (2 mi) |
| Dixie (laverkin) Hot Springs 1981 record | 108°F | Natural | LaVerkin, UT |
| Hooper Hot Springs 1981 record | 140°F | Natural | Hooper, UT (3 mi) |
| Joseph Hot Springs 1981 record | 147°F | Natural | Monroe, UT (5 mi) |
| Little Mountain Hot Spring 1981 record | 108°F | Natural | Elwood, UT (10 mi) |
| Midway Hot Spring 1981 record | 115°F | Natural | Midway, UT |
| Ogden Hot Spring 1981 record | 135°F | Natural | Ogden, UT (3 mi) |
| Roosevelt Hot Springs 1981 record | 133°F | Natural | Milford, UT (11 mi) |
| Udy Hot Springs 1981 record | 124°F | Natural | Garland, UT (8 mi) |
| Utah Hot Springs 1981 record | 138°F | Natural | South Willard, UT (2 mi) |
| Wasatch Hot Springs 1981 record | 108°F | Natural | Salt Lake City, UT (2 mi) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the most famous hot spring in Utah?
Fifth Water Hot Springs in the Diamond Fork canyon is the best-known natural soak, with milky blue pools below waterfalls. Mystic Hot Springs in Monroe is the most photographed developed site.
How long is the hike to Fifth Water Hot Springs?
The usual route is roughly 2.5 miles each way from the Three Forks trailhead in Diamond Fork Canyon, on a fairly gentle trail. Trailhead access can be limited in winter.
Can you swim in the Homestead Crater?
Yes. The Homestead Crater in Midway is a limestone dome with warm mineral water inside, open for soaking, swimming and scuba diving by reservation.