Shepherd Hot Springs
Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California, United States
- Location
- Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California, United States
- Water type
- thermal, bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
Shepherd Hot Springs is located in Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California. The thermal, bicarbonate water reaches 40°C at pH 8, with indoor and outdoor baths, a sauna and massage available.
Insider tip — Shepherd Hot Springs near Mammoth Lakes in the Eastern Sierra — a free, undeveloped hot spring with concrete soaking tubs on public BLM land. About 100–104°F. Excellent views of the volcanic Long Valley Caldera. Year-round access.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal & bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.