Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort
By the HotSpringsFind editorial team · How we compile records · Reviewed September 2026
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is a resort hot spring listed near Avila Beach, California. Reported soak temperature: 102°F. See the visit fact sheet.
Current status
Open daily year-round: 24 private open-air mineral hot tubs on a wooded hillside rent by the hour ($25/person Mon–Thu, $30/person Fri–Sun, $35 holidays — up to 8 people per tub) plus a reservable 20-person Oasis Waterfall Lagoon; reservations required, first slot 8:00 AM, last 10:45 PM, swimsuits required, minors need an accompanying adult.
Checked September 2026 · verified on the operator’s site · 4 sources ↓
Staying overnight?
A coastal stay for Sycamore and Avila Hot Springs.
Avila Beach is about 2 mi from the spring (straight line).
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Before you go
- Status: Reservation or permission required — confirm via Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort — official Mineral Springs page (rates, hours, holiday pricing, Oasis rules).
- Cost: Reported $25/person — confirm current rates before visiting.
- Getting there: Developed resort — confirm operating hours and any reservation requirement.
- Water: Reported soak temperature 102°F — always test the water before entering.
- Rules: Reported clothing required; pets reported not allowed — confirm current rules.
- Conditions: check weather, fire closures, and land-manager alerts the week you go — mountain access changes seasonally.
- Reservations/permits: None — hourly tub reservation is the only requirement; book on sycamoresprings.com or by phone.
- Booking: Reservation required.
- Best time to go: Weekday mornings are quietest and cheapest ($25 vs $30–35); winter weekday evenings give cold-air/hot-water contrast with the smallest crowds.
- Clothing reality: Official: swimsuits required at all soaking facilities; guests told to pack a swimsuit. Customary reality matches — private latticed redwood tub enclosures still follow the suit rule. Nudity not permitted.
- Kids: Allowed.
- Cell service: ok — download maps and tell someone your plan.
- Accessibility: Tubs sit up a sloped wooded hillside reached by steps and paths — not wheelchair friendly for most hillside tubs; in-room tubs in ground-floor lodge rooms are the mobility-friendly option; call ahead to discuss.
- Reservations REQUIRED for hillside tubs — do not show up without one; book 1–2 weeks ahead for weekends
- Pricing is per PERSON per hour, not per tub — a couple pays double the listed rate
- 2026 holiday rate $35/person/hr applies Labor Day wknd (Sept 5–7), Columbus Day wknd (Oct 10–12), Thanksgiving (Nov 21–29), Christmas break (Dec 19–Jan 3)
- Towel rental $3 if you don't bring one
- No outside alcohol or glass containers
- Remove jewelry before soaking — mineral water tarnishes it
- All minors under 18 must have an adult (18+) present at all times
- Oasis Waterfall Lagoon (up to 20 people) is a locked private area — you get an entry code at check-in; strict 24-hr cancellation
- Resort overnight guests get 50% off hillside tubs 8 AM–3 PM Mon–Fri, and complimentary access to nearby Avila Hot Springs (2-min drive)
- Spa treatments include a complimentary 30-minute private mineral soak
- Hazard: Water 100–104°F per tub — standard hot-tub cautions (hydrate, limit time, pregnancy caution)
- Hazard: Hillside paths can be dim at night — bring slippers/footwear for the walk
About this spring
Wellness resort built around natural mineral springs in a wooded Avila Beach hillside — 24 private open-air mineral hot tubs rentable by the hour beneath sycamore canopy; all rooms include private mineral tubs. Fee: Hillside tubs $25/person/hr Mon-Thu, $30 Fri-Sun, $35 peak; reservations required. Hillside tubs require stairs; reservations required.
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is a resort located in San Luis Obispo County, California. It is located near Avila Beach. This resort is mostly known for its mineral springs as it rests atop a natural hot mineral spring. The property spans 116 acres (47 ha) and offers guests a variety of activities. The resort was originally known as San Luis Hot Sulphur Springs.
Text from the Wikipedia article “Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort”, available under CC BY-SA.
Directions & trailhead access
1215 Avila Beach Drive, off US-101 near Avila Beach.
California geothermal context
California spans several geothermal provinces: the volcanic Cascades and Modoc Plateau in the northeast, Sierra Nevada granite seeps along the eastern front, Mojave and Colorado Desert springs in the south, and the famously mineral-rich Big Sur coast. Fire season (roughly June–November) closes access to many backcountry springs without warning — always check for current fire restrictions.
What a resort site means here
A resort spring is a commercial operation: developed pools or tubs with controlled temperatures, changing facilities, and usually day-use fees or lodging packages. Expect posted rules (swimsuits, quiet hours, age limits), staff on site, and in many cases required reservations — especially on weekends and holidays.
Best time to visit
Year-Round (Best: May – October)Pool temperatures and access can change with weather and season. Outdoor ambient temperatures fluctuate significantly across California. Late spring through autumn offers the most comfortable road access.
Fact sheet
| Reported soak temp | 102°F |
|---|---|
| Source temp (historical) | 102°F |
| Trail access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access fee | Reported $25/person — verify |
| Clothing policy | Reported clothing required |
| Pet policy | Reported no pets |
| Geothermal data reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check land status | Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort — official Mineral Springs page (rates, hours, holiday pricing, Oasis rules) |
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort FAQ
Is Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort open right now?
Open daily year-round: 24 private open-air mineral hot tubs on a wooded hillside rent by the hour ($25/person Mon–Thu, $30/person Fri–Sun, $35 holidays — up to 8 people per tub) plus a reservable 20-person Oasis Waterfall Lagoon; reservations required, first slot 8:00 AM, last 10:45 PM, swimsuits required, minors need an accompanying adult. (Status verified on the operator’s site, last checked September 2026.)
Is Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort free?
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is listed with reported fees near Avila Beach. Fees are reported; confirm admission, parking and permit costs with the site manager.
What temperature is Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort?
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort has a reported soak temperature of 102°F and a historical source temperature of 102°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort clothing optional?
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is listed as swimsuit-required in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort?
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is a private venue with paid public admission. Confirm current hours, fees and booking requirements with the operator before visiting.
Where to stay in Avila Beach
A coastal stay for Sycamore and Avila Hot Springs. Private tubs and pool admission are separate unless the room rate explicitly includes them.
Avila Beach is about 2 mi from the spring (straight line).
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Sources & references
- Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort — official Mineral Springs page (rates, hours, holiday pricing, Oasis rules) — operator · 2026-09
- Sycamore Mineral Springs — Hillside Hot Tub Specials (guest discounts, pass cards) — operator · 2026-09
- Hot Springs Atlas — Sycamore Mineral Springs profile (artesian well ~110°F, tubs drained between guests) — community · 2026-04
- CATRAVELTIMES — Sycamore Hot Springs 2026 guide — community · 2026-05
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