Slab City Hot Spring
Slab City, Imperial County, California, United States
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Slab City, Imperial County, California, United States
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 35 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Balancing
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Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Slab City Hot Spring, in Imperial County, California, emerges at around 35°C near the informal community of Slab City. An open-air pool welcomes bathers for wild bathing out in the desert.
Insider tip — Hot spring in Slab City — the famous off-grid 'last free place' near Niland and the Salton Sea. Warm geothermal water in an informal soaking pool shared by Slab City's permanent residents and travelers. Eccentric desert community art and counterculture surroundings.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 35 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.