Outdoors NearbyFranklin Hot Springs
A casual hot springs pool on the east side of Paso Robles with a small fishing lake next to it. Tent and RV sites are on the property. Franklin Hot Springs is open to day visitors for a fee.
| Access | Day passes for the public All-day passes sold to the public; camping on site includes admission. |
|---|---|
| Type | Developed pools |
| Location | Paso Robles, CA Managed by Private operator Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | 100.1 °F |
| Prices | Adult all-day pass: $10 Child all-day pass (under 14): $8 (same price for military and seniors) Tent or RV camping: $30 (includes admission; max stay 1 week) Checked October 2026 on the operator's site |
| Hours | 7:30 am–9 pm daily |
| Season | year-round |
| Reservations | not needed |
| Facilities | camping, RV sites, fishing lake |
| Camping | Franklin Hot Springs campground (on site) (0 mi) |
| Website | franklinhotsprings.com |
| Phone | (805) 712-5372 |
Best time to soak: Franklin Hot Springs
From Santa Maria, CA it is roughly 45 miles north as the crow flies.
From July to September highs reach 89 to 92 °F. In that heat, early mornings and evenings are the most comfortable time to soak.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62 °F | 34 °F | 6 |
| Feb | 64 °F | 37 °F | 6 |
| Mar | 68 °F | 40 °F | 5 |
| Apr | 73 °F | 41 °F | 2 |
| May | 80 °F | 46 °F | 1 |
| Jun | 87 °F | 50 °F | 0 |
| Jul | 91 °F | 53 °F | 0 |
| Aug | 92 °F | 53 °F | 0 |
| Sep | 89 °F | 50 °F | 0 |
| Oct | 81 °F | 43 °F | 1 |
| Nov | 69 °F | 37 °F | 3 |
| Dec | 61 °F | 33 °F | 5 |
More to do nearby
- Paso Robles Veterans Park Dog Park (dog park, 2 mi)
- Pioneer Park Skatepark (skatepark, 4 mi)
- Reservoir Creek Falls (waterfall, 21 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
- Top pick 4Monster quick-dry microfiber towel with case Packs small for the hike to the pools and dries in the car on the way home. View on Amazon
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Waterfalls nearby
- Reservoir Creek Falls (21 mi)
- Big Falls (23 mi)
- Little Falls (25 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 Franklin Hot Springs cost?
Adult all-day pass: $10, Child all-day pass (under 14): $8 (same price for military and seniors) and Tent or RV camping: $30 (includes admission; max stay 1 week), according to the operator as of October 2026. Prices change, so check before you go.
How hot is Franklin Hot Springs?
100.1 °F.
When is Franklin Hot Springs open?
7:30 am–9 pm daily. year-round.
Can you camp near Franklin Hot Springs?
Franklin Hot Springs campground (on site) (0 mi).