A natural geothermal mineral pool inside a 55-foot limestone dome at Homestead Midway—the only warm-water scuba destination of its kind in the continental U.S. Visitors book timed swim/soak sessions (or guided dives) in water held near 90–96°F year-round.
Field facts
| Region | Wasatch County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 40.5239, -111.4850 |
| Formation | Geothermal spring enclosed by a calcite/travertine dome built over ~10,000+ years |
| Depth | About 65 ft at deepest; dome rises ~55 ft |
| Access model | Private resort day-use by reservation/fee; open to the public for scheduled experiences |
| History | Opened as Schneitter’s Hot Pot after 1886 discovery; modern public crater access since the 1990s |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaWasatch Mountain State Park1.1 km away
- Rec areaJordanelle Reservoir12 km away
- Rec areaJordanelle State Park12.1 km away
- CampgroundALBION BASIN12.1 km away
- Rec areaDeer Creek State Park12.8 km away
- Rec areaDeer Creek Reservoir12.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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