Located deep beneath the canopy of a primeval forest, Cougar Hot Springs features a chain of jewel colored pools fed by a small cave in a wooded ravine. Easily the most picturesque hot springs I’ve ever been to, Cougar understandably holds a very special place in the hearts of many. So much so, that I hesitated to include it in this list. But I trust that together we can keep this remarkable location preserved for generations to come.

Pro Tip: Due to the Terwilliger Fire Cougar Hot Springs is currently closed. The state of the hot springs and any plans for reopening are unknown.