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Summary: Follow the main forest trail past the iron gate. At about 100 yards take the first trail to the left going down to the middle fork - Gila river. Take the river trail and make two river crossings. About 800 feet beyond the second river crossing you will come to some stone-lined pits between the river and the trail. These are the soaking pits. Test the temperature before entering and do not touch the water where it exits the rock - IT IS HOT. WARNING - check with the rangers about the amoeba information for the hot springs. Do not dunk your head or splash water up your nose. Trailhead: From Silver City drive north on Hwy-15 for about 40 miles to enter the Gila National Forest. Continue on the highway another 4 miles past a left turn and to the visitors center. Stay left of the parking lot at the road and continue beyond to a dirt parking area on the left. The trailhead is the gated trail to the right. Water and restrooms are available at the visitors center. (Lat:33.2258 Lon:-108.24118) Trail Guides for Gila NF - Lightfeather Hot Springs: Hiking New Mexicos Gila Wilderness by Bill Cunningham Polly Burke (Falcon Guide) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Horses, Ranger Contact: No cell service. Rangers and phones at the visitors center for emergencies. Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Michael P. Olbrisch, who has posted 71 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New Mexico Hiking, New Mexico Trails, New Mexico Hikes, Grant County Hiking, Grant County Trails, Grant County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
