Hobo Hot Springs
Kernville, California, United States
- Location
- Kernville, California, United States
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 6.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Hobo Hot Springs, near Kernville, California, is an open-air, iron-rich spring reaching 40°C. This wild-bathing site, set in a natural landscape, draws fans of informal hot springs away from conventional spa facilities.
Insider tip — Hobo Hot Springs sits along the Kern River in the Sierra Nevada foothills near Kernville, a region famed for whitewater rafting. The warm thermal pools are carved into granitic river banks, offering a perfect cool-down after a river adventure. The Kern River Canyon walls rise steeply on both sides, sheltering the springs from wind. Visit in spring when snowmelt keeps the river full and the canyon wildflowers bloom.
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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 iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).