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Granite Hot Springs

📍 Granite Creek Rd, Jackson, WY, USA

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, Jackson
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: 2-3 hours
Opening Hours: Open year-round; summer 6:00-22:00, winter 10:00-18:00 (requires ski or snowmobile access).
Ticket Price: Adults about $5, children about $2.50; winter may require an extra road-use fee.
Address: Granite Creek Rd, Jackson, WY, USA
Coordinates: 43.3530, -110.6620

Introduction

Granite Hot Springs is hidden deep in the Bridger-Teton National Forest south of Jackson, Wyoming, one of the most unique natural hot springs in the Rocky Mountains. The pool was built by local residents in the 1930s using granite boulders, fed by natural underground mineral springs with water temperature maintained around 40 degrees Celsius year-round. The most magical experience is visiting in winter: surrounded by snow-covered peaks and frosted pines, visitors soak in steaming hot pools, enjoying the ultimate contrast of ice and warmth. The springs retain a rustic, primitive character without commercial luxury, offering the purest natural hot spring experience. The drive from Jackson takes about one hour through the scenic Snake River Canyon.

✨ Highlights

Natural granite pool

A 1930s granite-built pool fed by underground mineral springs.

Winter snow soaking

Soaking in steaming pools surrounded by snow offers an unforgettable ice-and-fire contrast.

Pristine forest setting

Set deep in Bridger-Teton National Forest among native pines and aspens.

Year-round appeal

Spring wildflowers, summer fishing, autumn golden aspens, winter hot springs.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best season：Winter for snow soaking; autumn for golden aspens combined with the hot springs.

→On site：Facilities are rustic; no towels or toiletries are provided, so bring your own.

→Opening Hours：Open year-round; summer 6:00-22:00, winter 10:00-18:00 (requires ski or snowmobile access).

→Ticket Information：Adults about $5, children about $2.50; winter may require an extra road-use fee.

→Transportation：Summer: about a 1-hour drive from Jackson; winter: reach it by ski, snowmobile or snowcoach.

💡 Tips

• In winter the snow-covered road is impassable by car; reach it by snowmobile or skis, ideally with a guided tour.

• Facilities are rustic and no towels or toiletries are provided, so bring your own towel, swimsuit and sandals.

• Limit each soak to about 20 minutes to avoid dehydration or a drop in blood pressure.

• Combine the visit with Jackson, Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Granite Hot Springs?

Open year-round; summer 6:00-22:00, winter 10:00-18:00 (requires ski or snowmobile access).

How much is the admission for Granite Hot Springs?

Adults about $5, children about $2.50; winter may require an extra road-use fee.

Any practical tips for visiting Granite Hot Springs?

In winter the snow-covered road is impassable by car; reach it by snowmobile or skis, ideally with a guided tour. Facilities are rustic and no towels or toiletries are provided, so bring your own towel, swimsuit and sandals.

How long should I spend at Granite Hot Springs?

A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.

Nearby Attractions

Jackson

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