{"id":22467,"date":"2019-02-15T20:13:28","date_gmt":"2019-02-15T19:13:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=22467"},"modified":"2020-05-22T14:42:18","modified_gmt":"2020-05-22T12:42:18","slug":"hot-springs-of-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/hot-springs-of-california\/","title":{"rendered":"The most beautiful hot springs of California"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Natural <strong>hot<\/strong> <strong>springs<\/strong>: Mother Nature&#8217;s <strong>jacuzzi<\/strong>. Those who follow us already know how much we like them: we have traveled around Italy to find the best ones, we have dreamed of reaching the most beautiful natural <strong>pools<\/strong> in the world. This time we went in search of the <strong>natural<\/strong> hot springs of <strong>California<\/strong>. We discovered that the Golden State not only guards incredible <strong>national<\/strong> <strong>parks<\/strong>, beautiful beaches, the perfect sea for surfing and snow-covered mountains, but also beautiful natural pools immersed in wild landscapes and filled by the water that flows from the heart of the Earth. Those who visit California and want to dedicate themselves to their <strong>well-being,<\/strong> can forget the expensive SPAs and discover the healing properties of the warm sulphurous waters of the more than 300 natural hot springs in the area, all without spending a dollar.<br \/>\nAmong the many hot springs of California we have chosen 10: ready for a journey of <strong>relaxation<\/strong> and <strong>nature<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<h2>Travertine Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_22472\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-22472\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/travertine-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Travertine Hot Springs, California\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/travertine-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/travertine-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">\u00a9 noelwaters [CC BY-SA 3.0], from Wikimedia Commons<\/div><\/div>Let&#8217;s start with what are perhaps the most famous hot springs of California: Travertine Hot Springs are not far from the city of Bridgeport. Easy to get to, they are made up of several natural pools and offer incredible views of the Sierra Nevada mountains.<\/p>\n<h2>Iva Bell Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p>Using thermal springs, some volunteers have built pools where people can dive and enjoy the healing properties of the water and a wild and indescribable landscape. These remote hot springs hidden in northern California are at high altitude and can be reached throughout the year with a fairly challenging 21 kilometers trail.<\/p>\n<h2>Sespe Hot Springs: one of the most beautiful natural hot springs of California<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_22471\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-22471\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/sespe-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Sespe Hot Springs: one of the most beautiful natural hot springs of California\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/sespe-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/sespe-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">\u00a9 Blackmb [CC BY-SA 3.0)], from Wikimedia Commons<\/div><\/div>A warm river flows in the Southern California desert: Sespe Hot Springs offer a rare peace, in a remote and wild place. The river creates several pools perfect for relaxing after a beautiful but challenging trail.<\/p>\n<h2>Saline Valley Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_22470\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-22470\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/Saline-Valley-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Saline Valley Hot Springs\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/Saline-Valley-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/Saline-Valley-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">\u00a9 Gedstrom [GFDL or CC BY 3.0], from Wikimedia Commons<\/div><\/div>In a desolate and overwhelming corner of Death Valley you will find beautiful natural pools surrounded by palm trees. They are hard to find but this makes the experience even more exciting.<\/p>\n<h2>Tecopa Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p>We stay in the Death Valley to discover another one of its gems. The desert, an incredible sunset and you immersed in a small pool of warm and regenerative water while watching the sun go down behind the mountains: does not it seem an idyllic moment?<\/p>\n<h2>Remington Hot Springs: one of the most beautiful natural hot springs of California<\/h2>\n<p>Along Kern river, four pools have been built that collect hot and sulphurous water, with temperatures ranging from 35 to 40 celsius degrees. Listening to the rapids of the river you can admire an incredible starry sky and find a deep connection with nature.<\/p>\n<h2>Steep Ravine Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p>One hour from San Francisco, just steps from the cold Pacific Ocean. The low tide reveals pools of hot and sulphurous water: Steep Ravine springs are truly unique and suggestive, kept and maintained by the locals.<\/p>\n<h2>Buckeye Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p>Among the most beautiful natural hot springs of California could not miss those of Buckeye, not far from the most famous Travertine. This is also an idyllic place, and boasts beautiful views of the creek and of Eastern Sierra mountains.<\/p>\n<h2>Wild Willy&#8217;s Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p>Crowley Hot Springs, also known as Wild Willy&#8217;s Hot Springs, are located in the Mammoth Lakes area and are easily reached via a wooden raised walkway. Two pools: one three meters wide and one meter deep, the other shaped like a heart, warmer and with an unusual and beautiful deep blue color. The surrounding landscape is indescribable.<\/p>\n<h2>Deep Creek Hot Springs<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_22469\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-22469\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/deep-creek-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Deep Creek Hot Springs\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/deep-creek-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2019\/02\/deep-creek-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">\u00a9 Levi Clancy [CC BY-SA 4.0], from Wikimedia Commons<\/div><\/div>The last natural hot springs of California we recommend are located at the foot of the San Bernardino Mountains. Between spectacular landscapes, you will find both hot and cold water tanks. Deep Creek Hot Springs are accessible via the Freedom Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>You might also like:<\/h4>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2016\/05\/tuscany-natural-thermal-baths\/\" target=\"_blank\">Weekend in Tuscany\u2019s natural thermal baths<\/a><\/h4>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2016\/09\/hot-springs-world\/\" target=\"_blank\">The most beautiful hot springs of the world<\/a><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Natural hot springs: Mother Nature&#8217;s jacuzzi. Those who follow us already know how much we like them: we have traveled around Italy to find the best ones, we have dreamed of reaching the most beautiful natural pools in the world. This time we went in search of the natural hot springs of California. 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