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Orr Hot Springs
Tucked into a steep redwood canyon about 12 miles outside Ukiah, Orr is a rustic, clothing-optional retreat with private cast-iron soaking tubs, a moon-view pool, a very…
Southern Sierra · Kernville, CA
Along the Kern River near Bodfish, Remington's volunteer-built tubs perch above the canyon on public land. A short but steep trail drops from the parking area to the riverside pools, which are free and soakable year-round. Local volunteers maintain the site and have decorated it with mosaic art, so visitors are asked to pack out all trash and respect the canyon. Expect crowds on weekends.
No confirmed amenity details — check the official site.
No reservations — wild springs are first-come, first-served. Some trailheads require a parking pass or day-use fee, so check the listing details and current land-manager rules before you go.
Swimwear and a towel, drinking water, a trash bag (pack out everything, including food scraps), and a headlamp if you're staying for sunset. Never bring glass near a wild spring — broken glass in a pool ruins it for everyone.
Wild spring temperatures shift with seasons, rainfall, and river levels — a pool that's perfect in October can be scalding or flooded in May. Test the water with a hand before getting in, and check recent trip reports for current conditions.
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