Hike to the Piedra River Hot Springs
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Distance
3 miles
Route Type
Out-and-Back
Added by The Outbound Collective
Soak in natural hot springs, tucked away in the San Juan National Forest.
About a 45 minute drive east of Durango, sits the trailhead for the Piedra River Hot Springs. This free use, natural hot spring on the Piedra River has several 100 degree pools. The springs are accessible via a 3 mile roundtrip hike, often with wildlife sightings along the way. The hike to the hot springs is downhill, so remember, you'll have a little work to do on the way back out.
Please be respectful when visiting these hot springs. Remember to leave no trace and bring an extra trash bag to pack out any trash less responsible parties may have left behind.
If you're feeling thirsty and want to support the area, stop by Riff Raff Brewing post hike and soak for a beer and a bite!
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water low
explored this in late august when the river was so low. had to lay down in the pools to feel submerged.only person on the trail that day with a few monsoon showers for a weather break.
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What Goes Down Must Come Up!
Great little hike down. When reaching bottom stay right to make it to the falls. You will see a three tiered fire pit and directly down to the river there are several natural hot springs! Please be kool and pack out your trash. This little treasure deserves some respect! Enjoy
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Leave No Trace
Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on.
