Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools

Inyo Area, California (Inyo County)
🔥 105°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Inyo County, California Hot Springs near Inyo Area. Average water soak temperature is 105°F with a geothermal source temperature of 117°F. Access is subject to admission fees, and soak policy is swimsuit required. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp105°F
Geothermal Source Temp117°F
Hiking Distance1 miles (easy)
Access FeePaid / Resort Fees
Clothing PolicyClothing Required
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 Inyo County, California. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 36.21, -120.97 in California. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools

Is Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools free?+

Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools in Inyo Area, California is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools?+

Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 105°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

How far is the hike to Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools?+

Located near Inyo Area, California, Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 1.0-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 Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools in California. Source soak temperature verified at 105°F near Inyo Area. 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 Sulfur Inyo Thermal Pools: 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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