Granite Hot Springs
Swimming hole in Jackson, Wyoming · Other
Granite Hot Springs is a natural hot water led into concrete pool - open year round. swimming hole. It is at End of Granite Creek Rd (off US-189/191 Hoback Canyon), Jackson, WY. Fee notes: About $12 adult / $7 child (cash typical); confirm current concessionaire rates at 307-69…. Best season: Midweek summer mornings after the gravel road opens.
Typical season: Midweek summer mornings after the gravel road opens
About Granite Hot Springs
Granite Hot Springs Pool sits at the end of Granite Creek Road in Bridger-Teton National Forest about an hour southeast of **Jackson**. a developed concrete pool filled with natural geothermal water beside cold Granite Creek under spruce and fir. Summer visitors drive the gravel canyon road; winter soakers arrive only by **snowmobile, dog sled, ski, or fat bike** when the road closes. Admission is typically around **$12 adult / $7 child**, cash preferred; call the concessionaire to confirm. Summer hours are often **10 a.m., 7 p.m.** (earlier close after Labor Day); winter days run shorter (roughly 10 a.m., 4/5 p.m.). No alcohol, limited/no potable water, and weak-to-no cell service. treat it like a remote forest day use site, not a resort spa.
Key facts
Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.
- Address
- End of Granite Creek Rd (off US-189/191 Hoback Canyon), Jackson, WY 83001
- Water type
- Natural hot water led into concrete pool - open year round.
- Water body
- Hot Springs
- Fee
- About $12 adult / $7 child (cash typical); confirm current concessionaire rates at 307-690-6323
- Nearest town
- Jackson
- State
- Wyoming
- Coordinates
- 43.36825, -110.44629
- Best season
- Midweek summer mornings after the gravel road opens; magical winter if you can travel oversnow
- Access difficulty
- Easy once you arrive; the drive/oversnow approach is the real challenge
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Lifeguard
- None — assume unguarded
- Camping
- Nearby Bridger-Teton campgrounds along Granite Creek when open
- Land manager
- U.S. Forest Service
- Activities
- Soaking, picnicking, creek-side mountain views
- Facilities
- Changing rooms, vault toilet, picnic tables; no potable water
- Listing last updated
- July 15, 2026
The experience
- Best time to visitMidweek summer mornings after the gravel road opens; magical winter if you can travel oversnow
- AccessEasy once you arrive; the drive/oversnow approach is the real challenge
- FacilitiesChanging rooms, vault toilet, picnic tables; no potable water
- Camping nearbyNearby Bridger-Teton campgrounds along Granite Creek when open
Highlights & features
- Therapeutic 104°F mineral-rich waters
- Historic Civilian Conservation Corps enhancements
- Scenic Teton National Forest setting
- Winter snowmobiling and skiing access
- Wildlife and photography opportunities
- Historical CCC-built pool from 1933
- Filming location for 'A River Runs Through It'
- Granite Falls primitive pool nearby
How to get there
From Jackson: south on US-191/189 through Hoback Junction into Hoback Canyon, then turn onto Granite Creek Road and continue to the dead-end pool lot (~1 hour).
1. Confirm the pool is open (late snow can delay the May opening).
2. Bring cash for entry; parking is at the pool complex.
3. Change in the rustic rooms; rinse creek-cold before or after the hot pool.
4. In winter, arrange snow travel — passenger cars stop where plows end.
High-clearance helps on washboard gravel; trailers fit when the road is dry.
Plan your visit
Granite Hot Springs works well as a day trip from Jackson or Hoback Junction. Stock up in town, then head to the water with food, water, and sun protection. Pair the swim with a stop at St Anthony Sand Bar (about 74 mi away) or browse more Wyoming swimming spots in our directory. For the full list in Wyoming, see our state directory.
Access & fees
Access varies dramatically by season. The site is remote with limited services. The final approach is via a long, unpaved road that is not plowed in winter, requiring snowmobile, ski, or snowshoe travel during the colder months.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Granite Hot Springs Wyoming?
Commonly about $12 for adults and $7 for children (cash). Call 307-690-6323 to confirm the current concessionaire rate before you drive.
Do you need a reservation for Granite Hot Springs?
No standard reservation system — it is day-use first-come during open hours.
Can you drive to Granite Hot Springs in winter?
No typical car access. Winter visits require snowmobile, dog sled, skiing, or fat biking once the road closes.
What are Granite Hot Springs hours?
Often 10 a.m.–7 p.m. in peak summer, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. after Labor Day, and shorter winter hours (~10 a.m.–4/5 p.m.). Weather and road status control the real calendar.
How hot is Granite Hot Springs?
The developed pool is a comfortable soak temperature that shifts seasonally (guides often cite roughly the mid-90s°F to low-100s°F range). Test before long soaks at altitude.
Is alcohol allowed at Granite Hot Springs?
No — Bridger-Teton / concessionaire rules prohibit alcohol at the hot springs.
How far is Granite Hot Springs from Jackson?
About 30 miles / roughly one hour via Hoback Canyon and Granite Creek Road.
Are there bathrooms at Granite Hot Springs?
Yes — vault toilets and changing rooms. Potable water is generally not available.
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Culture & history
Developed by early settlers and enhanced by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression, Granite Hot Springs reflects the ingenuity and resilience of its historical era.
Conservation
Granite Hot Springs is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Visitors are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace principles, avoid littering, and respect wildlife to preserve the area's natural beauty.
Sources & updates
Official land managers cited on this page
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