Freehiking Arizona Hot Springs

“I hiked down to AZ Hot Springs back in May, after having visited earlier in the week by the kayak. I think it is closer to 3 miles in from the trailhead by the parking lot. An easy walk down to the river; but of course the return is all uphill. Be sure to have someone with you that knows the route over the ridge to get to the canyon where the pools are located. It took me several tries to find the right route and it certainly something that needs to be done in daylight. Those coming down the river by kayak are usually gone by noon. When I was there, none of the kayaking group got nude; but others that hiked in were nude when they soaked.” - gaspider