Outdoors NearbyDeep Creek Hot Springs
Rock pools on the edge of Deep Creek in the high desert foothills north of Lake Arrowhead. Getting there means a steep hike down a canyon and a hot climb back out. Deep Creek Hot Springs is on public land and free to visit. The pools are a 2.5-mile hike from Bowen Ranch Road.
| Access | Free, public land On San Bernardino National Forest land. The shortest route starts at Bowen Ranch, which is private land and charges its own fee; the longer route follows the Pacific Crest Trail from Arrowhead Lake Road. BLM dirt roads also lead around the ranch. |
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| Type | Natural spring |
| Location | Hesperia, CA Managed by USFS San Bernardino NF Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | 108 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980) |
| Season | Open year-round. Summer daytime heat can top 100 °F, which makes the climb out hard. |
| Reservations | not needed |
| Hike | 2.5 miles one way from Bowen Ranch Road (Forest Service trailhead), about 950 ft of climbing A steep 2.5-mile descent of about 950 feet, so the walk back up is strenuous. Loose granite and uneven ground; wear real shoes and carry plenty of water. The Pacific Crest Trail route from Arrowhead Lake Road is about 6 miles. |
| Parking | Bowen Ranch (private) charges a fee for its access route |
| Website | fs.usda.gov |
| Phone | (909) 382-2790 |
Best time to soak: Deep Creek Hot Springs
Coming from Victorville, CA? Deep Creek Hot Springs lies about 15 miles to the southeast, straight-line distance.
From November to April average highs around Hesperia stay at 43 to 60 °F, with nights down to 29 °F. From December to February lows average 29 to 30 °F, so paths and decks around the pools can ice over and dirt roads may close.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44 °F | 29 °F | 6 |
| Feb | 45 °F | 30 °F | 7 |
| Mar | 52 °F | 32 °F | 4 |
| Apr | 60 °F | 36 °F | 3 |
| May | 67 °F | 41 °F | 1 |
| Jun | 76 °F | 49 °F | 0 |
| Jul | 81 °F | 57 °F | 1 |
| Aug | 82 °F | 57 °F | 0 |
| Sep | 74 °F | 52 °F | 1 |
| Oct | 63 °F | 43 °F | 2 |
| Nov | 52 °F | 34 °F | 2 |
| Dec | 43 °F | 29 °F | 4 |
More to do nearby
- Hesperia Falls (waterfall, 2 mi)
- MacKay Bark Park (dog park, 5 mi)
- Lime Street Park & Community Center Skatepark (skatepark, 9 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
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Other hot springs near Hesperia
- Glen Ivy Hot Springs Day pass
Waterfalls nearby
- Hesperia Falls (2 mi)
- Aztec Falls (5 mi)
- Heart Rock Falls (9 mi)
Sources
Access, prices and rules come from these official pages, checked October 2026. Hot springs close for weather, repairs or high water, so confirm before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Deep Creek Hot Springs cost?
Yes. Deep Creek Hot Springs is on public land with no soaking fee; bowen Ranch (private) charges a fee for its access route.
How hot is Deep Creek Hot Springs?
108 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980). Pool temperatures are usually lower than at the source and change with the season.
How long is the hike to Deep Creek Hot Springs?
2.5 miles one way from Bowen Ranch Road (Forest Service trailhead), about 950 ft of climbing. A steep 2.5-mile descent of about 950 feet, so the walk back up is strenuous. Loose granite and uneven ground; wear real shoes and carry plenty of water. The Pacific Crest Trail route from Arrowhead Lake Road is about 6 miles.
When is Deep Creek Hot Springs open?
Open year-round. Summer daytime heat can top 100 °F, which makes the climb out hard.