N O Spring
N-O Spring flows at 73°F near Benson in Cochise County, emerging just 8 degrees above the 65°F average at 4,195 feet elevation. Exceptional roadside accessibility at just 300 feet from North Muleshoe Road makes this one of Arizona's most convenient thermal springs to visit.
The spring surfaces in high desert terrain characteristic of the broad valleys east of the San Pedro River, surrounded by grassland and desert scrub. The proximity to the road allows vehicle access in mere minutes, positioning this spring at the intersection of easy access and natural setting. Rocky terrain and sparse vegetation define the immediate landscape.
N-O Spring's name reflects its location along an early surveying grid, with the thermal activity indicating continuation of the same geothermal systems that produce other springs throughout southeastern Arizona's fault-bounded basins. The region's ranching heritage remains visible across the surrounding landscape.
This roadside spring requires virtually no hiking effort, making it accessible to visitors with limited mobility or time. Visit year-round; the high desert location provides comfortable temperatures in fall and spring. Summer can exceed 95°F; winter nights drop below freezing.
Is N O Spring worth visiting?
Best for
- Easy day trips