Fales Hot Springs
Fales Hot Springs is a private thermal spring listed in Mono County, California Hot Springs near Bridgeport. No soak temperature is on record; the geothermal source is reported around 180°F — verify conditions before visiting. Access is of unconfirmed fee status, and clothing policy is unconfirmed — always confirm before visiting. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Seasonal Soaking & Best Time to Visit
While geothermal pool temperatures remain steady year-round, outdoor ambient temperatures fluctuate significantly across California. Late spring through autumn offers the most comfortable road access.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Reported Soak Temp | Not reported |
| Source Temp (Historical) | 180°F |
| Trail Access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access Fee | Unknown — Verify Locally |
| Clothing Policy | Unknown — Verify Locally |
| Pet Policy | Reported No Pets |
| Geothermal Data Reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check Land Status | Private land — contact the owner/manager for permission |
Verification & Sources
Compiled from public directory records and community reports — no named source is on file for this listing. Treat details as reported and verify before visiting.
Reviewed September 2026 · Treat all details as reported — verify before visiting · How we verify our data
Detailed Description
Historic hot spring site on US-395 at Sonora Junction ~15 miles northwest of Bridgeport — a stage stop and resort from the 1860s until a 1952 explosion destroyed it. Now a PRIVATE RESIDENCE, not open to the public; source water ~180°F. No Trespassing posted. Source scalding. Not open to the public.
Directions & Trailhead Access
US-395 ~15 mi northwest of Bridgeport toward Sonora Junction — private land beside the highway, no public access.
Frequently Asked Questions: Fales Hot Springs
Is Fales Hot Springs free?+
Directory records do not confirm a fee status for Fales Hot Springs — verify current access rules with the land manager before visiting.
What temperature is Fales Hot Springs?+
No soak temperature is on record for Fales Hot Springs; the geothermal source is reported around 180°F. Always test water temperature before entering.
Is Fales Hot Springs clothing optional?+
Directory records do not confirm the clothing policy at Fales Hot Springs — verify current rules before visiting.
How do you access Fales Hot Springs?+
Fales Hot Springs is a recorded location in Mono County. Exact access, parking, and land status are not verified — check with the local land manager (BLM/USFS/NPS) before visiting.
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Community Soaker Reports
Visitor-submitted reports — not independently verifiedFales Hot Springs is a documented geothermal feature in Mono County, California, compiled from public directory records and community reports. Reported source temperature: 180°F. Visitor details — fees, access status, clothing and pet policies — are community-reported. Always confirm current conditions with the land manager before visiting.
Reference: NOAA Thermal Springs List for the United States (1980 archive) · Historical inventory data — not current conditions
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