Hot Spring
Greenlee County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Extremely hot geothermal springs (~170–180°F) emerging along the Gila River bank inside Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area. Not a classic soak—water is scalding at the source—but a rare undeveloped geothermal feature reached via BLM backcountry routes and river access, with riparian birding and desert canyon scenery.
| Region | Greenlee County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 32.9731, -109.3504 |
| Agency | BLM Gila Box Riparian NCA (Safford Field Office) |
| Temperature | ~170–180°F at source (view / mix with river only) |
| Setting | Gila River bank; also called Morenci Hot Springs historically |
| Access | Gillard Hot Springs Road / Black Hills Back Country Byway corridors; high-clearance / 4x4 often required |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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