Hot Springs Utah

Red Hill Hot Springs

🌡️ 95–168°F (varies by pool) Free Crowds: Low-Medium

Location

Central Utah

Monroe

Trail Distance

Short uphill walk

Entry Fee

Free

No fee — private land open to public

Best Time to Visit

Fall/Winter; check pool temps before entering

About Red Hill Hot Springs

Adventurous, raw, natural mineral terraces, local secret

Notable features
4 natural pools on a red hillside travertine terraces scalding upper source

Natural travertine-forming hot springs on a red hillside near Monroe. The water deposits create colorful mineral terraces. Located near Mystic Hot Springs but completely undeveloped.

Getting There

Driving Directions

From Monroe: Head east on 100 N, continue past Mystic Hot Springs, look for red-colored hillside on the left with visible steam

Road

100 N / Monroe Canyon Rd

GPS Coordinates

38.646, -112.104 — Open in Google Maps

Check Road Conditions

Before you drive, check current conditions on UDOT Traveler Info or see our road conditions page.

Safety

⚠️ Safety Notes

DANGER: Upper source pools can be 168°F – scalding hot, do not enter. Only soak in lower pools where water has cooled. Unstable travertine edges. No facilities.

Nearby

Camping

Mystic Hot Springs campground/RV park (~1 mi, paid). Dispersed camping on Fishlake National Forest land.

Attractions

Mystic Hot Springs, Big Rock Candy Mountain, Fremont Indian State Park

Where to Stay

Nearby Hotels

Hampton Inn Richfield (~12 min); Quality Inn Richfield (~12 min); Holiday Inn Express Richfield (~14 min)

Camping

Mystic Hot Springs campground in Monroe (~1 mi, paid). Richfield KOA (~9 mi). Dispersed camping on Fishlake National Forest land.

History

Ancient

Geothermal water begins depositing travertine terraces on red hillside

1800s

Known locally as Monroe Hot Springs; used by settlers and ranchers

Present

Undeveloped natural springs with four pools at varying temperatures; free public access

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hill Hot Springs free?

Yes! Red Hill Hot Springs is free to visit. There is no entry fee.

Is Red Hill Hot Springs clothing optional?

No. Nudity is illegal at all Utah hot springs regardless of ownership.

How do I get to Red Hill Hot Springs?

From Monroe: Head east on 100 N, continue past Mystic Hot Springs, look for red-colored hillside on the left with visible steam

What should I bring to Red Hill Hot Springs?

Check our complete packing list for everything you need.

Information last verified: 2026-03-01