Natural hot spring · Colorado
Pinkerton Hot Springs
La Plata County, Colorado · 13 miles north of Durango, CO
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Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 90°F (32°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Durango, CO (13 mi / 21 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Pinkerton Hot Springs
Pinkerton Hot Springs is a natural hot spring in La Plata County, Colorado, about 13 miles north of Durango, CO. The nearest large city is Farmington, NM, roughly 55 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 90°F (32°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 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 Pinkerton Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 37.45300, -107.80300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Durango, CO. The spring is about 13 miles (21 km) north of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Farmington, NM, about 55 miles (88 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 Pinkerton Hot Springs
- Durango Hot Springs 97°F
- Geyser Warm Spring 82°F
- Dunton Hot Spring 108°F
- Piedra River Hot Springs 108°F
- Paradise Warm Spring 115°F
- Ouray Hot Springs 156°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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Pinkerton Hot Springs?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 90°F (32°C), which is warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Where is Pinkerton Hot Springs?
Pinkerton Hot Springs is in La Plata County, Colorado, about 13 miles north of Durango, CO. The GPS coordinates are 37.4530, -107.8030.
Can you soak at Pinkerton 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 Pinkerton Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is Durango Hot Springs, about 4.9 miles southwest. Geyser Warm Spring is about 27 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 NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List, OpenStreetMap. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
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