Fifth Water Hot Spring

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Fifth Water Hot Spring
Wasatch Mountains
Hiking and Hot Tubbing

Fifth Water Hot Spring might be the best winter hike in the Wasatch Range. The hike into the Hot Spring is short enough to be enjoyable for most people and long enough to keep out some of the riff-raff. Fifth Water Hot Spring is one of the most picturesque Hot Springs you will ever visit and the water temperature is perfect for a backcountry hot tub. Nothing beats soaking in a crystal clear wilderness Hot Spring while surrounded by freshly fallen snow.

The pictures on this web page do not do justice to the beauty of the area. The pools are bright, clear and full of color.

Interested in viewing a short video showing some of the fun at Fifth Water Hot Springs?

*Fifth Water Hot Springs Video*

Circle of Friends:
Fifth Water Hot Springs is part of the "Circle of Friends" program. Members of the "Circle of Friends" have access to more specific information, explicit route information, GPS waypoints, trailhead location and detailed maps. If you would like more information on joining the "Circle of Friends" visit the sign up page.

"Circle of Friends"

General Information:
Large "Myers Tubb"           The hike into the Hot Springs is 2 1/4 miles from the trailhead and will require approximately one hour each way. The Hot Springs can be reached year round. Spring and Fall are the most popular seasons for visiting the Hot Springs.

          Navigation for this route is easy and the trail is well maintained. You might encounter a rattlesnake along the trail during warmer weather, the area is known for them. This is a good reason to leave your dog at home and to keep your children within sight.

          Go prepared to take a nice soak and don't forget a towel to dry off. At one time the local custom was clothing optional so don't be surprised to see a bare butt. However, Skinny-dipping anywhere in Utah County is illegal and Utah County has been cracking down on violators. Please do your part and respect the law. If the hot springs become a problem area for law enforcement they will be destroy as is common practice for such a place. The hot springs at the mouth of Spanish Fork canyon were destroyed with dynamite when they became a public nuisance, don't let that happen with this hot spring.

If you visit the Hot Springs consider taking a small plastic garbage bag and carrying out more trash than you carry in. The Hot Springs are very clean and nice but there is always and inconsiderate person who leaves a mess for others. This is a location, which could remain enchanting for many years with a little help from us all or become trashed in a hurry. Please provide a little extra effort to create an enjoyable place to visit.

Trailhead Information:
The Trailhead is located just over one hour from Salt Lake City and just over 30 minutes from Provo, Utah.

Small "Myers Tubb"

Related Link:
Fifth Water Hot Springs Video

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