Natural hot spring · Colorado
Dunton Hot Spring
Dolores County, Colorado · 17 miles southwest of Mountain Village, CO
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 108°F (42°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Mountain Village, CO (17 mi / 27 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Dunton Hot Spring
Dunton Hot Spring is a natural hot spring in Dolores County, Colorado, about 17 miles southwest of Mountain Village, CO. The nearest large city is Farmington, NM, roughly 72 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 108°F (42°C). That puts it in the "very hot" range. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.
Water temperature
Very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Water chemistry
| chloride | 6.6 mg/l |
|---|---|
| sodium | 35 mg/l |
Laboratory values from public geochemistry records, sampled 1993. Mineral content does not mean the water is safe to drink.
Map and directions
Red marks Dunton Hot Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 37.77100, -108.09100.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Mountain Village, CO. The spring is about 17 miles (27 km) southwest of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Farmington, NM, about 72 miles (116 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Farmington, NM.
- Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.
Weather forecast
Live forecast for this exact spot from the US National Weather Service.
Hot springs near Dunton Hot Spring
- Geyser Warm Spring 82°F
- Paradise Warm Spring 115°F
- Lemon Hot Spring 91°F
- Pinkerton Hot Springs 90°F
- Ouray Hot Springs 156°F
- Durango Hot Springs 97°F
Before you go
- Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
- Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
- Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
- Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dunton Hot Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 108°F (42°C), which is very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
Where is Dunton Hot Spring?
Dunton Hot Spring is in Dolores County, Colorado, about 17 miles southwest of Mountain Village, CO. The GPS coordinates are 37.7710, -108.0910.
Can you soak at Dunton Hot Spring?
Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.
What hot springs are near Dunton Hot Spring?
The closest listed spring is Geyser Warm Spring, about 2.2 miles southwest. Paradise Warm Spring is about 2.5 miles away.
What should I bring to a hot spring?
Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.
Sources and corrections
This listing combines the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
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