Sulfur Mono Hot Springs

Mono Area, California (Mono County)
🔥 103°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Sulfur Mono Hot Springs is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Mono County, California Hot Springs near Mono Area. Average water soak temperature is 103°F with a geothermal source temperature of 115°F. Access is 100% free on public land, 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 Temp103°F
Geothermal Source Temp115°F
Hiking Distance2.2 miles (moderate)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
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 Mono County, California. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 36.33, -120.31 in California. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Sulfur Mono Hot Springs

Is Sulfur Mono Hot Springs free?+

Sulfur Mono Hot Springs in Mono Area, California is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Sulfur Mono Hot Springs?+

Sulfur Mono Hot Springs maintains an average soaking water temperature of 103°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Sulfur Mono Hot Springs clothing optional?+

Sulfur Mono Hot Springs is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

How far is the hike to Sulfur Mono Hot Springs?+

Located near Mono Area, California, Sulfur Mono Hot Springs is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.2-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 Mono Hot Springs in California. Source soak temperature verified at 103°F near Mono 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 Mono 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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