Primitive

Black Rock Hot Springs

Near Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico

TypePrimitive
Best seasonSpring & fall
Nearest townArroyo Hondo

riverside pools in the Rio Grande Gorge near Taos.

Soak smart: temperatures vary and can scald, primitive pools are use-at-your-own-risk, and access, permits, and clothing-optional rules change. Check current conditions before you go.

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