Gold Fork Hot Springs

Absolutely beautiful place, but be prepared for winter conditions I visited Gold Fork Hot Springs on December 6, 2025, and the place is just incredible. The scenery was stunning — everything covered in snow, with the hot pools steaming in the middle of the landscape. The experience itself was perfect and I have nothing to complain about regarding the hot springs. However, I want to leave an important warning for anyone visiting during this time of year: the road is completely covered in snow, and getting there can be a real challenge. I drove a Buick Encore that is not all-wheel drive, and I got stuck in the snow on one of the uphill sections on the way there, and then again on the way back. Luckily, on my way back someone with a pickup truck helped tow me out so I could continue driving. If your vehicle is AWD or 4x4, you should be fine. But if it’s not, my honest recommendation is: don’t go, because you will likely get stuck as I did. Beautiful place, amazing experience — just make sure your car is ready for the winter road.

Visited the hot springs a few days ago while spending the week at Tamarack. We had gotten a few inches of snow the night/morning of. We made the drive in a FWD minivan, and it was doable. There is some steeper spots on the drive in and some spots with large pot holes, but as long as you drive careful it’s worth it! $15 cash per person, 2 hour maximum. We went on clean water Wednesday so it was all fresh water. The changing room is a little yurt split down the middle for guys and girls. The temperature of the top 2 pools was amazing. Definitely would recommend if you’re okay with a bit of a rough drive! One thing we thought was interesting was the number of people there that did not have swimsuits on and were in the pools in normal clothes or just underwear…

$15 per person, kids must leave at 4pm. Closed Tuesdays. Roads are bumpy and can be rough during peak winter weather. Would say 4x4 if bad weather is expected on this road. Turn off on davies road and then it’s the rough road. Parking is located outside the gates for about 8-10 vehicles. Upper parking can hold some but is limited. Changing rooms are small and porta potties for restroom. Everyone brought their own food and drinks seemed to be just fine. A very nice hot relaxing soak! Worth the drive. Get there early before opening time

Great, relaxing spot! Entrance is $15 per person (cash or check only). There’s one changing room for women, one for men, and two outdoor restrooms. The facility offers both hot and cool pools. There are two hot springs—one larger pool at about 105°F and a smaller, even hotter one. The water doesn’t have a strong “hot spring” smell, but it feels very soft and pleasant. There are also about three cooler pools, one of which has a sand bottom—such a unique touch!

The thing I love about this Hot Springs the most is it’s outdoors basically sitting in the snow. There are five tubs with the top one being the hottest. I’d recommend to come in your bathing suit with a change of clothes. They are porta potties, no showers and tents so you can change. Well worth the bumpy long drive. They used to take reservations but now it’s first come first serve. Also, no kids under 12 after 4pm.