INTO THE WILD · SWIMMING HOLES

Swimming Holes in New Mexico

12 Sites Found Public & Accessible Land

New Mexico has 12 documented swimming holes — river pools, waterfall plunge pools, and natural spring-fed sites on public or accessible land. Water temperatures and access conditions vary by season. Always scout before swimming, check for current advisories, and never swim alone in remote sites.

Always check current conditions before visiting — water levels, algae advisories, and access roads change seasonally. Never swim alone in remote sites. Tell someone your plans. Explore all swimming holes on the Trek4Free map →

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BLACK ROCK HOT SPRINGS

Moderate Hike TAOS Area

36.5283°N, 105.7126°W

FAYWOOD HOT SPRINGS

Easy Access

32.5542°N, 107.9942°W

GILMAN TUNNELS

Easy Access JEMEZ SPRINGS Area

35.7198°N, 106.7589°W

MANBY HOT SPRINGS

Moderate Hike TAOS Area

36.5072°N, 105.7229°W

MC CAULEY WARM SPRINGS

Moderate Hike JEMEZ SPRINGS Area

35.8202°N, 106.6274°W

MONTEZUMA HOT SPRINGS

Easy Access

35.6535°N, 105.2941°W

SAN ANTONIO HOT SPRINGS

Moderate Hike JEMEZ SPRINGS Area

35.9383°N, 106.6454°W

SAN FRANCISCO HOT SPRINGS

Moderate Hike

33.2440°N, 108.8800°W

SANTA ROSA

Easy Access

34.9406°N, 104.6788°W

SITTING BULL FALLS

Easy Access

32.2452°N, 104.6964°W

SODA DAM

Easy Access JEMEZ SPRINGS Area

35.7931°N, 106.6858°W

SPENCE HOT SPRINGS

Moderate Hike JEMEZ SPRINGS Area

35.8489°N, 106.6297°W