If you’re willing to stretch the boundaries of your always-clothed comfort zone, schedule a volcanic mud bath (tip: leave your hands out) and spend the rest of the day dipping and sipping by the pool. Read more.
While not natural spring water, Piedmont Springs offers private, outdoor redwood hot tubs. Call ahead for a combination room with a private sauna, and spend the whole afternoon pruning yourself. Read more.
The pool is naturally carbonated, so that’s…interesting. This 150-year-old landmark has a non-heated Olympic size swimming pool, individual baths, and a heated communal pool. Read more.
Self described as spiritual, the naturally heated, clothing-optional springs are situated on the cliffs of Big Sur and cost only $30, which for the potential of reaching nirvana sounds like a steal. Read more.
Orr is the perfect respite from city life. It’s clothing-optional and silent after 10 PM. If you’re looking for even more time for self-reflection, don the provided red beads to request silence. Read more.
Wilbur offers some serious science behind the benefits of its water, and we don’t mess with science. Plan to pay the $55 day rate, or stay in one of their no-frills rooms on the property. Read more.
Tavertine is probably the most picturesque on this list and the furthest from the city, but definitely worth the drive. The pools are as natural as they come. And the views? Fugetaboutit. Read more.
Steep Ravine Hot Springs are nestled against the ocean’s boulders and only accessible during low tide. Make it a staycation and book one of their cabins for a night. Read more.
Sykes Hot Springs are part of the perfect backpacking weekend. Hike 10 miles outside the coastal forest of Big Sur and you’ll be surrounded by FernGully forest and stone-bottomed hot springs. Read more.
