Upper Sonoma Warm Springs

Sonoma Area, California (Sonoma)
🔥 102°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Upper Sonoma Warm Springs is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Sonoma, California Hot Springs near Sonoma Area. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 114°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 Temp102°F
Geothermal Source Temp114°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 Sonoma, California. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 36.54, -121.03 in California. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Upper Sonoma Warm Springs

Is Upper Sonoma Warm Springs free?+

Upper Sonoma Warm Springs in Sonoma Area, California is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Upper Sonoma Warm Springs?+

Upper Sonoma Warm Springs maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Upper Sonoma Warm Springs clothing optional?+

Upper Sonoma Warm Springs is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

How far is the hike to Upper Sonoma Warm Springs?+

Located near Sonoma Area, California, Upper Sonoma Warm Springs 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 Sonoma Warm Springs in California. Source soak temperature verified at 102°F near Sonoma 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 Sonoma Warm 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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