Gaviota Hot Springs
Gaviota, California, United States
- Location
- Gaviota, California, United States
- Water type
- sodium chloride, silica
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 7.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
LowHigh
Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
PotassiumSodiumSilice
Gaviota Hot Springs is a geothermal feature in Santa Barbara County, California, United States. The two pools are accessible from the Gaviota Peak trail in Gaviota State Park. Gaviota Hot Springs is sometimes called Las Cruces Hot Springs or Sulphur Springs. The hot springs lie within the Hot Springs Creek watershed, near the junction of U.S. Route 101 and California State Route 1.
Insider tip — Treat yourself to a thermal break at Gaviota Hot Springs, where the sodic water reaches 38°C.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride & silica water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Mai|Juin|Juillet|Août|Septembre.