Natural hot spring · Colorado
Piedra River Hot Springs
Archuleta County, Colorado · 15 miles northeast of Bayfield, 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
- Bayfield, CO (15 mi / 24 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Piedra River Hot Springs
Piedra River Hot Springs is a natural hot spring in Archuleta County, Colorado, about 15 miles northeast of Bayfield, CO. The nearest large city is Farmington, NM, roughly 63 miles away as the crow flies.
The recorded temperature 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, OpenStreetMap mappers, 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 Piedra River Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 37.31300, -107.34400.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Bayfield, CO. The spring is about 15 miles (24 km) northeast of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Farmington, NM, about 63 miles (101 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 Piedra River Hot Springs
- Pagosa Hot Spring 133°F
- Rainbow Hot Springs 104°F
- Pinkerton Hot Springs 90°F
- Durango Hot Springs 97°F
- Birdsie Warm Spring 86°F
- Wagon Wheel Gap Hot Springs 135°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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Piedra River Hot Springs?
The recorded temperature 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 Piedra River Hot Springs?
Piedra River Hot Springs is in Archuleta County, Colorado, about 15 miles northeast of Bayfield, CO. The GPS coordinates are 37.3130, -107.3440.
Can you soak at Piedra River 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 Piedra River Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is Pagosa Hot Spring, about 19 miles east. Rainbow Hot Springs is about 26 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 NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1
Visited recently? Send a correction, such as a temperature reading, fee, closure or photo. If you look after this spring and want it removed, see removal requests.