United States California Paso RoblesFranklin Hot Springs

Franklin Hot Springs

3015 Creston Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446

4.2(463)

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(805) 712-5372

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franklinhotsprings.com

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Anon EmousAnon Emous

So you are in Paso Robles for the night or maybe you are just passing through. You want to stop and enjoy some local flavor and unwind for a bit. You are looking at things to do in the area and you think, "what if I found some hot springs to hang out in for a while?" The search on Google maps turns up a few places and some fairly ritzy locations. You find Franklin Hot Springs and read the reviews, a lot like I did. There are some strangely negative ones that I just don't understand. Like, who goes to Hot Springs expecting them to not smell like deep earth minerals? Also, you are paying $10 a person and filling out a safety waiver to go in. What exactly are you expecting? Poolside cocktail service? Freshly paved roads for you to drive your showroom-quality car on? For $10? OK, here it is. I enjoyed my time at Franklin Hot Springs today so much, that I had to thank the owner. He has been given one of the most incredible gifts on the planet and has made it accessible for what practically amounts to couch cushion change. The joy this place brings is irreplaceable. Families with kids were having the time of their lives in this warm water in the golden California sunshine. The vista includes rolling hills and Live Oak trees that you would expect from the North American plate of California. The sunset was incredible. For $10, I shared in this incredible gift, this little slice of heaven that many people would overlook or pishaw for its lack of someone's definition of refinement. Don't get me wrong, I've stayed at $600 a night hotels around the world, had spa treatments that Hollywood stars couldn't even imagine, and had dinner with princes in the Middle East. I understand the scope of experiences, both rustic and opulent. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been able to visit this place even once. Franklin Hot Springs is something so genuine that the wealthiest sheiks would yearn to own so they could try to even come close to something so real and authentic. Go visit this place and be yourself. Be around other people. Commune the way we were meant to. Go early, bring lunch and stay a while. You'll be grateful that you did.

Nicolle HoltNicolle Holt

Very rustic farmland location yet very relaxing and non pretentious family owned place to soak! Been coming here when passing through the area for many years. If you are looking for something fancy this is not the place for you, this is a family friendly location. There is some farm equipment parked throughout the property. There is a picnic area for outdoor dining, and there are a few loungers available for sunbathing. Expect to be occasionally greeted by the resident ducks, geese and cats or even swimming alongside some wild Coots in the large hot spring pool. There are Luke warm showers and restrooms available and there is no nudity permitted. The springs are out in the open with only some shade sails available to provide shade so I recommend bringing a visor or hat. The pools have some gravel on the bottom so bring water shoes if you have sensitive feet. The only disappointment is the water temperature isn’t very hot but It’s still warm enough to where it’s enjoyable! The pools are clean and the water is constantly moving, but there is some algae on the edges of the big pool that could get scrubbed but it didn’t bother me too much. Still left feeling relaxed and rejuvenated!

Chris LagerquistChris Lagerquist

Franklins pond is a family business Norm Franklin is the son of the father who started the pond and buissness Mr Franklin turned down millions to sell and his son has followed in his dad's footsteps. His dad believed in sharing with the people and norm and his family believe in this. There are very few hot springs held in private hands Norm keeps his prices low so everyone can enjoy gods gift. The lake has fish that spawn 4 x a year. Being private property you can fish all day with your $10 entry fee or you can enjoy the natural hot springs swim in the long pool or 2 separate sitting areas in the pool. There really isn't a better value on the central coast you can bring your jet ski or kayak or canoe and paddle the lake. He gives a military and senior discount for $5 I don't know what they are charging at Avila but I am pretty sure you could bring your whole family and friends for less than one person there. I can't tell you enough about this secret camping and day spot. Just tell Norm Chris sent you I will take a few more pictures if I missed something probably the restroom and shower

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Reviews of Franklin Hot Springs

4.2

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5.0

22w

The search on Google maps turns up a few places and some fairly ritzy locations. You find Franklin Hot Springs and read the reviews, a lot like I did. There are some strangely negative ones that I just don't understand. Like,...

5.0

Every visit is a different experience. Aaron and I came on a rainy Saturday and as a long time patron told me the water still comes up from the ground 104 degrees. It is an olympic size pool so naturally the further from the generous flowing source the cooler the pool gets. Still, cold rain on my face, I had only to dive under to feel the warmth of the mineral rich healing water. "I wouldn't change a thing about this place" is what I wrote on the customer suggestion form passed out to...

5.0

Great Big Bang for your Buck! Stay all day and all night if you were to take advantage of their overnight camping area. Swim in the 90+ degree pool, take a soak in the Hot Spring 100.7 degree therapeutic concrete community size tub, go fishing in the pond, or just kick back and relax in the sun during the day, then bar-b-que dinner while watching the sunset, only to end your perfect day by taking a warm water swim under the stars.

All of it sounds like a resort type atmosphere but it...

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