Montezuma Hot Springs
Las Vegas, New Mexico, United States
- Location
- Las Vegas, New Mexico, United States
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 6.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
LowHigh
Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Montezuma Hot Springs, also known as Las Vegas Hot Springs, are a grouping of 20-to-30 thermal springs in the Montezuma unincorporated community of San Miguel County, near the town of Las Vegas, New Mexico.
Insider tip — Montezuma Hot Springs emerge at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains just outside Las Vegas, New Mexico, at an elevation of over 2,000 meters beside the Gallinas River. The iron-rich springs feed a series of concrete soaking tubs managed free of charge, drawing hikers from the adjacent Montezuma Castle historic site. Water temperature varies between tubs from tepid to near-scalding, so choose carefully before committing. Sunset soaks with mountain alpenglow on the peaks above make this one of the most atmospheric free hot springs in the American Southwest.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).