Natural swimming hole
Manby Hot Springs
Spring · New Mexico
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
A free riverside hot spring on the Rio Grande below the Taos gorge, with rock pools at the water's edge. Manby is reached by a rough road and a short scramble. The gorge setting is spectacular and the soak is wonderfully primitive.
Good to know
| Water type | Spring |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 100 |
| Depth | riverside soaking pools |
| Best season | year-round |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | always open |
| Parking | Rough road; short scramble |
| County | Taos County |
| Nearest town | Arroyo Hondo |
| Safety notes | Remote; no lifeguard; undeveloped |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Manby Hot Springs?
Yes — Manby Hot Springs is listed as a natural swimming spot in New Mexico. Reported water temperature: 100. Heads-up: Remote; no lifeguard; undeveloped. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Manby Hot Springs require reservations?
No reservations are required at Manby Hot Springs based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Manby Hot Springs?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Manby Hot Springs?
The best season is typically year-round.