Must-Visit Hot Springs in California

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Nothing is more soothing to the body, mind and soul than a relaxing hot water spring.

The sunny city of California offers both natural or luxury hotel springs. These resorts and natural springs are located throughout California. We first take a look at the luxury hotel springs.

Desert Hot Springs This resort city is located outside Palm Springs and has more than 20 hot spring options for the guests! It is about 2 hours form LA.

The mineral Hot Springs are extremely healthy with no sulfur content. It is the perfect place for a relaxing activity.

You can also take a small hike to the Joshua Tree National Park as it is about 30 minutes from the hot spring.

Beverly Hot Springs Situated in Southern California, this is both a natural and a man-made hot water spring. The day spa is built on top of the natural spring.

There is a hot-spring pool, a cold plunge pool, a eucalyptus-infused pool, and a sauna pool. The water is rich in many minerals and compounds.

Beverly is also known for a range of beauty and massage treatments.

Vichy Springs Resort Situated in Northern California, Vichy is a boutique hotel with a well-known hot spring resort. It is located around 2 hours form SFO.

These springs are rich in carbonated minerals and well-known for its springs-heated swimming pools. The resort also has a natural plunge pool with a spa massage.

The bonus here is that there are a lot of hiking trails on this property to observe the scenic locations around!

Fairmont Sonoma Inn Mission and Spa Situated over California's beautiful Napa Valley, is the Fairmont Sonoma and Spa. It is well-known for its thermal mineral springs, and hot tubs and pools.

Your relaxing sojourn begins with an exfoliating shower, followed by a warm calming bath, and then a herbal steam shower.

The Fairmont is one of a kind of resort where one can get Floating massages done.

The Sierra Hot Springs and Retreat The Sierra Hot Springs is a non-profit spiritual wellness and retreat center. There are several accommodations also, which include a large lodge with several rooms and camping areas.

The mineral pools are open 24 hours a day. It is also well-known for a meditation pool, sauna baths and various spa options.

There are a lot of spiritual sessions and programs offered here, along with lectures on wellness.

We now take a look at the natural hot springs in California.

Sespe Hot Springs This hot spring site is located in Southern California in the mountains near Santa Barbara. It is reachable by foot or by the horse.

The hot springs are located in a big valley, and there are many natural pools and swimming areas.

The best time to visit Sespe is in the month of Spring and it is the right time for the geo-thermal activity to take place.

Travertine Hot Springs It is located in the California State Park, south of the Bridgeport town. It is a very easy hot spring to travel to.

You can enjoy the stunning views of the Sierras while bathing in the hot springs.

A limited camping space is also available at a short distance from the hot spring site.

Buckeye Hot Spring Located in the Toiyabe National Forest, north of Bridgeport is the Buckeye Hot Spring. This is an ideal place both for taking a hot spring bath and camping.

The mineral water cascades over a cave and is extremely well-known for its soothing properties.

Benton Hot Spring It is a well-known hot spring in California and is located in Mono County California. It has a highly tranquil atmosphere which you will surely enjoy.

They are one of the purest hot springs in the world and the natural mineral water is well-known for its healing and rejuvenating properties.

Accommodations include inns and cabins and 11 private Tub sites for tents or RV camping.

Wild Willy's Hot Springs Also known as Crowley's Hot Springs, it is located a few miles from Mammoth Lake.

The water in this pool is warm and relaxing and provides you with the much-needed health benefits.

It is most popular among the locals as the Yosemite National Park falls on the way and people can plan a perfect camping and hot water excursion.

Things to Keep in Mind While Visiting a Natural Hot Spring: Kindly take note of the safety precautions on each hot spring site. The best time to visit any Hot spring is from August to October and February to April.