When spring sunshine feels too far away, it’s time for a warming, restorative soak. From rustic, mineral-rich hot springs to luxurious spas with tubs for two, these easily accessible waters (no hiking or overnight stays required) have you covered.

Orr Hot Springs Resort, Ukiah, California

Tucked among the redwoods in Mendocino County, Orr Hot Springs Resort is a bucolic, relaxing escape 30 minutes from downtown Ukiah and less than two miles from the Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. The 27-acre, clothing-optional resort has private tubs and larger pools filled with mineral-rich waters that range from a 55-degree cold plunge to a 107-degree covered tub, in addition to massage offerings on weekends, a sauna, and a steam room. While there are yurts, cottages, and camping options, Orr is open for day use everyday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Reservations are encouraged, as they do sell out.) One thing you won’t find at Orr? Cell service or Wi-Fi. Talk about total relaxation.

Kabuki Springs & Spa, San Francisco, California

Kabuki Springs & Spa is a beloved destination in the heart of San Francisco’s Japantown. At this bathhouse inspired by traditional Japanese sento, try switching between the 104-degree hot pool and a 55-degree cold plunge to calm your nervous system and increase circulation. The spa provides tips for how to best experience the “bathhouse circuit,” including pre- and post-bath practices—which can involve Eastern or Western-style massages if you so desire. Bathing suits are required on all-gender days (Mondays and Tuesdays) and clothing is optional on gender-specific days (Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for women; Thursdays and Saturdays for men).

Carson Hot Springs, Carson City, Nevada

These waters have been a soaking destination since the Washoe people sought them out centuries ago. Carson Hot Springs, established in the 1880s, meets modern tastes with four outdoor pools, nine private indoor pools, a sauna, a restaurant, a brewery, and a candy store onsite. Pools are filled with water from 35,000 feet below the surface of the Earth and range from 98 to 104 degrees. No chemicals are added, but you can expect naturally occurring sodium, sulfate, chloride, potassium, and more. 

Tierra Luna Spa, Phoenix, Arizona

This luxurious spa, located in the Arizona Biltmore resort, puts an emphasis on integrating the Sonoran Desert with an extensive menu of offerings including body treatments, massages, sound bowl sessions, plus a hot tub and cold plunge pool. The Tierra Luna Spa’s dedicated soaking experiences feature private bathing pods enhanced with essential oils, gemstones, and soothing salts. While you can certainly soak solo, the spa’s couples offerings combine side-by-side massages with halotherapy (fine salt particles are dispersed into the air with the goal of improving breathing and some skin conditions) and a soak in a stone tub made for two.

The Crater at Homestead, Midway, Utah

A soaking experience like no other, the Crater at Homestead (or just “the Crater” for those in the know) is a truly otherworldly destination. Located at luxury resort Homestead Midway Utah, the 400-foot wide limestone dome is filled with mineral water that stays between 90 and 96 degrees year round. Book a 40-minute swim-soak session, or take your adventure to the next level and scuba dive the crater’s crystal clear water—it’s the only warm-water diving destination in the continental U.S. 

Hobo Hot Pool, Saratoga, Wyoming

A community gathering place, the Hobo Hot Pool is a destination hot spring on the banks of the North Platte River that is free and open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Maintained by the town of Saratoga, the bathhouse has bathroom and shower facilities, and the water typically ranges from 106 degrees at the colder end to 119 degrees in the section known as the “lobster pot.” If you fancy a cold plunge with your hot soak, you can dip into the North Platte River. (There are unmarked natural hot springs along the bank, too.)

Astoria Hot Springs Park, Near Jackson, Wyoming

A hot spring surrounded by a stunning natural landscape often requires a major hike. Not so at Astoria Hot Springs Park, which is located between the Bridger-Teton National Forest and the Snake River. The 95-acre donor-funded park features six pools of varying sizes and temperatures, all surrounded by lush woodland and stunning Wind River Mountains vistas that are particularly striking in the snowy months. The River Pool has expansive views of the Snake River, and the shallower Children’s Pool is (unsurprisingly) ideal for little bathers. 

Norris Hot Springs, Norris, Montana

About 45 minutes from Bozeman, Norris Hot Springs is home to geothermal waters in a wooden pool made out of local Douglas fir. The water is between 100 and 106 degrees, depending on the weather. In addition to surroundings befitting Montana’s Big Sky Country moniker, Norris boasts a cafe showcasing goods from its garden (their goal is to source ingredients from within a 50-mile radius), and a geodesic dome where you’ll find live music performances on weekends year-round.

Chena Hot Springs Resort, Fairbanks, Alaska

Deep in the Alaskan wilderness, 60 miles from Fairbanks, you’ll find the Chena Hot Springs Resort, an off-grid but well-appointed lodge centered around a natural hot springs lake—along with an indoor swimming pool, two indoor hot tubs, and one outdoor hot tub. But perhaps the most striking feature is the incomparable opportunity to take in the northern lights. The dark of winter is a particularly good time to catch the aurora borealis; activity tends to peak between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m., though it’s possible to spot anytime it’s dark.

While an overnight stay will increase viewing opportunities, Chena’s day passes, which include access to all of the pools and facilities, gain entrance until 11:45 p.m. You can book a massage or hang out in the 24-hour Aurora Cafe to help pass the time, too. While it’s hard to beat soaking under the dancing light in the hot springs (though if it’s too steamy your view might be hindered), Chena also offers photography workshops and aurora viewing tours to the top of a nearby mountain, complete with heated yurts and snacks.