3 springs within 120 miles
Hot springs near Prescott
3 hot springs are within 120 miles of Prescott: the closest is Castle Hot Springs (39 mi) and the lowest listed adult price is El Dorado Hot Spring ($20). Distances are straight-line; driving distances in the mountains can be much longer.
- Castle Hot Springs39 mi
- Verde Hot Springs45 mi
- El Dorado Hot Spring77 mi
Castle Hot Springs
An adults-only, all-inclusive resort in the desert foothills northwest of Phoenix, reached by a 7-mile dirt road. Three natural-floored spring pools step down from the source at about 104-108°F, 98-102°F and 75-90°F, the last a 9-ft-deep swimming hole. The springs and spa are for registered overnight guests only, and swimwear is required.
Verde Hot Springs
The ruins of a once-famous resort on the Verde River, reached by a short hike upstream and some wading from the Childs dispersed camping area. The last 6 miles to Childs on FR 502 are very rough, and the Forest Service highly recommends high clearance. There is no fee, potable water or garbage service.
El Dorado Hot Spring
A rustic soaking spot west of Phoenix in Tonopah with reservable private soaking areas and a communal, clothing-optional area called Desert Pete for guests 21 and over. Two studios with their own soaking areas and first-come primitive and electric campsites allow overnight stays. Phones are not allowed in the Desert Pete pool area.