Hot springs are one of winter's greater treats. The mineral-rich waters can do a lot of good for sore muscles and tired bones, and there's something magical about spending an afternoon soaking among winter snow or cool mountain air.
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If you are seeking new unique destinations this fall and winter, here are the best hot springs in the US to consider for your next trip.
Travertine Hot Springs, California
Travertine Hot Springs, Californiarobcocquyt / Getty ImagesThe multicolored rocks making up Travertine's pools are nearly as beautiful as the surrounding landscape of the Sierras on the border of California and Nevada. These hot springs make an excellent diversion from Yosemite nearby, and a relatively accessible outing for any lover of hot springs.
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Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
Hot Springs National Park, Arkansaszrfphoto / Getty ImagesWhen there's a whole national park devoted to hot springs, you know they have to be good. Hot Springs National Park, outside the namesake town of Hot Springs in central Arkansas offers a chiller way to enjoy America's national park system than the aggressive outdoorsy energy at many parks.
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Chena Hot Springs, Alaska
Chena Hot Springs, AlaskaYu Sun / Getty ImagesThis resort outside Fairbanks is well known for its unique combination of bath water springs and view of the Northern Lights. Take a spin around the nearby ice museum and ice bar before taking a dip beneath the world's most spectacular light show.
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Conundrum Hot Springs, Colorado
Conundrum Hot Springs, Coloradokrblokhin / Getty ImagesNot far from Aspen, Conundrum gives bathers views of three epic peaks: Cathedral Peak, Conundrum Peak, and Castle Peak. As Afar points out, the 8.5-mile hike to reach the pools is a serious trek, so bring along some camping equipment and make a night of the mountain adventure.
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Castle Hot Springs, Arizona
According to Travel Awaits, Castle Hot Springs offers the hottest non-volcanic spring in the world. Take a detour from a trip to Phoenix and book an appointment to visit the pools at this amazing spring in the Sonoran Desert.
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Weir Creek Hot Springs, Idaho
Water tumbles between the rock-walled pools of this hidden gem in Idaho's Clearwater National Forest. It's a bit of a hike to reach the springs, but the effort is worth it for a relatively secluded soak among the trees and trails. According to Ultimate Hot Spring Guide, the pools are clothing-optional, so keep that in mind.
Hot Springs, North Carolina
The West gets most of the hot springs love, but East Coasters get to enjoy North Carolina's excellent springs along the Appalachian Trail. Travel Awaits suggests checking out Broadwing Farm or Hot Springs Resort & Spa.
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Chico Hot Springs, Montana
Chico has been a go-to for over a hundred years, offering a relaxing detour from nearby Yellowstone and a getaway for Montana residents. With great dining options and superior accommodations, this is one of the finer hot springs vacay options in the States.
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