Gila Hot Springs, NM

Located along a winding scenic drive north of Silver City, Gila Hot Springs is a tiny settlement surrounded by the vast Gila National Forest. With just a few dozen year-round neighbors, life here is quiet, rugged, and deeply connected to the outdoors. Residents enjoy natural thermal pools, the nearby West Fork of the Gila River, and quick access to the Gila Cliff Dwellings. It is a peaceful, remote mountain community where daily routines move at a slower pace and wilderness starts right outside your front door.