The Best Swimming in New Mexico

Looking for the best swimming in New Mexico? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around New Mexico. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top swimming spots in and near New Mexico

Jemez Springs, New Mexico

Dip into Spence Hot Springs

4.0

1.2 mi / 193 ft gain

Exit Interstate 550 and head North on Highway 4 heading towards Jemez Springs. The Spence Hot Springs Parking Lot and Trailhead is about 25 miles North off Highway 4. The trail starts on a decline into the canyon for about 800 feet before you cross the bridge over the scenic river. Continue follo...
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Santa Rosa, New Mexico

Swim at Blue Hole in Santa Rosa

4.8

The Blue Hole is super easy and quick to get to off of I-40. You will need to bring $5 for the vehicle fee. Once you park it is about a 2-3 minute walk to the swimming hole. You can also snorkel and scuba dive there also. Call ahead for details on this. They have bathrooms for changing. The water...
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5 Reyna Road, New Mexico

Relax in Black Rock Hot Springs

0.3 mi / 68 ft gain

At the last switchback on Country Road B-007, is where the trailhead is located. if you've gone to the lowest point possible within the canyon, right next to the river, you have gone too far and need to turn around to the last switchback. it is an easy .3 Mile trail with a 68 foot elevation drop/...
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