Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs

Shasta Area, California (Shasta)
🔥 99°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Shasta, California Hot Springs near Shasta Area. Average water soak temperature is 99°F with a geothermal source temperature of 111°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 Temp99°F
Geothermal Source Temp111°F
Hiking Distance2.8 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 Shasta, California. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 38.52, -117.64 in California. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs

Is Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs free?+

Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs in Shasta Area, California is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs?+

Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs maintains an average soaking water temperature of 99°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs clothing optional?+

Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

How far is the hike to Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs?+

Located near Shasta Area, California, Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.8-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 Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs in California. Source soak temperature verified at 99°F near Shasta 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 Upper Shasta Mineral Tubs: 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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