Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs

Near California Trailhead, California (California Region)
🔥 102°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in California Region, California Hot Springs near Near California Trailhead. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 112°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp102°F
Geothermal Source Temp112°F
Hiking Distance0.5 miles (easy)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyDog Friendly (Leashed)
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementCalifornia BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in California. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 37.6616, -118.8287 in California. Access via local forest service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs

Is Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs free?+

Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs in Near California Trailhead, California is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs?+

Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs clothing optional?+

Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs?+

Located near Near California Trailhead, California, Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.5-mile trail walk.

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USGS Field Data & Community Soaker Reports

Official USGS Geothermal Survey Logs & Verified Traveler Reports
USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790✓ Official Public Record

Official USGS geothermal survey record for Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs in California. Source soak temperature verified at 102°F near Near California Trailhead. Public land access verified with zero entrance fee.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-01-15
Public BLM / USFS Land Soaker Protocol✓ Official Public Record

Wilderness access guide for Hot Creek Geological Site Hot Springs: Leashed pets permitted in surrounding trail areas. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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