Natural hot spring · New Mexico
Jordan Hot Springs
Catron County, New Mexico · 35 miles north of Arenas Valley, NM
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 95°F (35°C) at the source
- Cost
- Free
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Arenas Valley, NM (35 mi / 56 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Jordan Hot Springs
Jordan Hot Springs is a natural hot spring in Catron County, New Mexico, about 35 miles north of Arenas Valley, NM. The nearest large city is Las Cruces, NM, roughly 110 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 95°F (35°C). That puts it in the "warm" range. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
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
Warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Readings come from OpenStreetMap mappers, USGS water quality samples, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Map and directions
Red marks Jordan Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 33.29271, -108.26936.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Arenas Valley, NM. The spring is about 35 miles (56 km) north of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Las Cruces, NM, about 110 miles (177 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Las Cruces, 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 Jordan Hot Springs
- The Meadows Warm Spring 91°F
- Gila / Lightfeather Hot Springs 145°F
- Gila Hot Springs 151°F
- Turkey Creek Hot Spring 165°F
- Mimbres Hot Springs 136°F
- Apache Tejo Warm Spring 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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Jordan Hot Springs?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 95°F (35°C), which is warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Where is Jordan Hot Springs?
Jordan Hot Springs is in Catron County, New Mexico, about 35 miles north of Arenas Valley, NM. The GPS coordinates are 33.2927, -108.2694.
Is Jordan Hot Springs free?
Yes. It is recorded as free to visit. Parking passes or recreation fees may still apply on public land.
Can you soak at Jordan Hot Springs?
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 Jordan Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is The Meadows Warm Spring, about 3.3 miles west. Gila / Lightfeather Hot Springs is about 4.5 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 OpenStreetMap, the USGS/EPA Water Quality Portal. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
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