Verde Hot Springs


Verde Hot Springs is a grouping of thermal mineral springs near the town of Camp Verde in Yavapi County, Arizona. The springs are located at the western bank of the Verde River. There are ruins of a former historical resort at the site and bathhouse.

History

The local Native Americans used the hot mineral springs for centuries before the arrival of early settlers. There was an extensive resort with a hotel built in the 1920s; it burned to the ground in 1962. Some of the foundations still exist onsite. In addition to the main pool there are several smaller rock pools downstream, these range in temperature from 92° to 104°F.

Water profile

The hot water emerges from several springs along the river bank, and a cave at 104°F/40C. Mineral content includes boron, calcium, iron, lithium, magnesium, sodium, rubidium, and cesium.