Hot springs in Wyoming in winter

Soaking in winter

Winter is the best time of year for most hot springs. The water feels hotter, the steam comes off the pools and the crowds thin out after the holidays. The catch is getting there. Forest roads close or go unplowed from November, trailheads disappear under snow, and a spring that was a five minute walk in September can be a long ski in January.

Every spring on this page has a winter note from its official source or recent trip reports. Resorts and town pools keep running all season, though many change their hours, so check their website before you drive. For wild springs, carry chains, tell someone where you are going, and check the spring page on the day. Our daily check flags Forest Service closures and National Weather Service winter storm warnings.

Open all winter (6)

Resorts, town pools and roadside springs on plowed roads. Most are open daily; a few close on holidays or midweek.

1. Astoria Hot Springs

   Open year-round; book ahead for ski season.

2. Fountain of Youth Mineral Pool

   Daily 7am to 9:30pm, year-round.

3. Hellie's TePee Pools

   Open daily year-round in Hot Springs State Park.

4. Hobo Hot Pool

   Open year-round; icy walkways possible.

5. Saratoga Hot Springs Resort

   Full-service resort with rooms, spa and pool.

6. Thermopolis State Bath House

   Open year-round; closed some winter holidays.

Worth the extra effort (2)

Reachable in winter, but with a gated road, a snowy trail, a 4WD requirement or a boat. Plan ahead and turn back if conditions are bad.

1. Dunanda Falls Hot Springs

   Winter access by ski or snowmobile only; very long.

2. Granite Falls Hot Spring

   Road closed to wheels Dec to May; ski or snowmobile.