Wild Willy's Hotsprings near Mammoth Lakes California

Hot Soaks to Start the New Year!

Happy New Year! Warm up to 2026 with these great places to find hot soaks at natural springs both rugged and spa-some.

Week: 12.31.2025
Regions: Northern & Southern CA

Soaking Up History

Soak and Stay at Keough's Hot Springs

Keough's Hot Springs
When you slide into the soothing water of Keough’s Hot Springs, you’re bathing in a piece of Owens Valley history.
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New Year, New Goal: IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California

IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California in Redding

Redding Ironman Whiskeytown lake
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redding ironman whiskeytown lake
redding ironman swimmers
2026 is off and running! And swimming. And biking. Don't get left behind! Commit to one of the upcoming year’s most exciting endurance events—IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California in Redding.
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State Park Soaker

Soak Your Bones in Grover Hot Springs State Park

Grover Hot Springs
Grover Hotsprings
Set in an alpine meadow at 6,000 feet and surrounded by the 10,000-foot granite peaks of the Sierra, Grover Hot Springs State Park—just outside the town of Markleeville—has its very own hot springs.
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Hot, Wet, and Wild!

Hike and Soak at Wild Willy's Hot Springs Near Mammoth

At Wild Willy’s Hot Springs, you can soak up a primeval landscape that’s amazingly close to Mammoth Lakes and Highway 395—it just feels a few geological epochs away.
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Real Spring Break

Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel

Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel
You've hiked Joshua Tree's high peaks, gone into its desert wilds, and camped under its starry sky. Now it's time to enjoy a little R&R nearby. And by R&R we mean retro resort and really warm mineral water. Take a dip at the Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel.
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Hot Springs, Naturally

Find Natural Hot Springs in Reno Tahoe

Woman swimming in Carson Hotsprings natural thermal pool
Thermal spring waters are famous for their curative, relaxing elements, and Reno Tahoe is filled with them! Sink into these amazing thermal respites for a wellness super soak.
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    In LA, finding a place to chill can be the ultimate flex. So flex, in Franklin Canyon! This unexpected oasis has plenty of shade, cool lake breezes, and ample picnicking spots. Enjoy it on an easy-going 1-mile stroll along its reservoir and duck pond.

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    Uniquely situated where the Russian River meets the rugged Pacific coast, Jenner is a shining star of kayaking destinations. It’s even better on a guided paddle at sunset, under a full moon, or during peak bioluminescent season.

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