Baker Hot Springs lets you enjoy a relaxing soak in three pools surrounded by open desert
Baker Hot Springs is located in western Utah, about 40 miles northwest of Delta in Millard County. Here, geothermal water emerges in a remote desert setting with wide-open views of the surrounding Sevier Desert.
This free Utah hot springs destination features three concrete soaking pools where you can adjust the water temperature by mixing hot spring water with cooler water. Its remote location and quiet surroundings make it a popular off-the-grid soaking spot.
The springs are part of the Fumarole Butte geothermal area, where hot water rises from deep underground. Over time, mineral deposits have formed around the springs, creating the distinctive landscape seen today.
Baker Hot Springs has also been known as Crater Springs and Abraham Hot Springs. The site has a long history of local use, and the three concrete pools are remnants of an earlier developed soaking area.
As always, check current road conditions, weather, and land-management rules before your trip, since access and conditions can change.
Baker Hot Springs Water & Soaking Experience
One of the most appealing features of Baker Hot Springs is the ability to adjust the temperature of the pools.
The geothermal water emerges extremely hot and flows through a channel toward the soaking pools. Cooler water from a nearby channel can be added to lower the temperature, allowing you to find a more comfortable soaking temperature.
The three concrete pools are the main developed feature at the springs. Each pool offers a different soaking experience, and the water temperature can vary depending on how much hot and cold water is flowing into it.
The springs have a noticeable sulfur smell, which is common at many geothermal hot springs.
The remote desert setting, open views, and naturally heated water create a unique experience that attracts people looking for a quiet place to relax.
Because the source water is extremely hot, use caution around the spring outlets and channels. Always check the water temperature carefully before entering a pool, and never enter the hot water source or supply channels.
Want a hotter soak? Allow more hot spring water to flow into the pool. Prefer cooler water? Add more cold water to bring the temperature down.
Nearby, you may also find other warm-water areas and see evidence of the geothermal activity that makes this location unique.
🟡 Baker Hot Springs is clothing optional. Read the crowd and use good judgment during your visit.
Things to Do near Baker Hot Springs
Beyond soaking, you can explore the wide-open Sevier Desert, enjoy a star-filled night sky, or take a scenic backroad drive through Utah's high desert country.
Great Basin National Park lies to the west and offers hiking, caves tours, and opportunities to experience some of the darkest night skies in the country.
Delta, about 40 miles southeast, is a convenient base for exploring the area. Nearby fossil sites offer opportunities to search for trilobites and other fossils.
Looking for another place to soak? Several hot springs are within driving distance of Baker Hot Springs if you have a good map or GPS.
Wilson Health Springs features concrete soaking pools where you can adjust the water temperature by adding cooler water. The springs are located near the site of a former resort.
Meadow Hot Springs features three crystal-clear pools with easy access and views of the surrounding mountains.
For a very different hot springs experience, Homestead Crater in Midway offers a unique geothermal pool inside a 55-foot-tall limestone dome. The crater is privately operated and offers swimming, soaking, and other water activities.
Camping and Lodging at Baker Hot Springs
There is a vault restroom, a picnic table, and a fire pit, but no potable water, electricity, or cell service.
Come prepared to be self-sufficient. Bring plenty of water and pack out everything you bring in.
Free dispersed camping is allowed on the surrounding BLM-managed land.
For hotels, gas, restaurants, and other services, head to Delta, about 40 miles southeast.
Baker Hot Springs | Facts
Location: 40 miles northwest of Delta • Millard County • Western Utah • USA
Open: Year-round
Development: Primitive, three concrete pools
Clothing: Optional
Amenities: Vault toilet, picnic table, fire pit
Hiking distance: Short
Road access: 7-mile gravel road (high-clearance or 4WD recommended)
Day-use fees: None
Elevation: 4,600 ft (1,402 m)
Water T° (source): 170°F (77°C)
Water T° (pools): Adjustable
Flow rate: 17 gallons per second
Minerals: High manganese and sulphur content
Odor: Strong sulphur ("rotten egg")
Chemical used: None (natural flow-through system)
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Directions to Baker Hot Springs
From Delta,
- Head northwest out of town and follow the main route toward Fumarole Butte for roughly 33 miles
- Turn onto the gravel access road and continue about 7 miles to the springs.
The gravel road is generally passable in dry conditions, but a high-clearance or 4WD vehicle is safer. Watch the weather closely, since flash floods are common during monsoon season from July through September.
Save your directions before you leave town, because you'll lose cell service well before you arrive.