We went mid morning & again at 5pm. It was not crowded either time, there was a small group of 5 or 6 touring around. We didn't know much about the place so when we got there there was a pushy woman there handing us a washcloth & telling us, I'll put you with this group & where to go & what to do, but I needed to put my bathing suit on & have been to other hot springs before so it was confusing who exactly she was. We didn't know if there was a fee but were pretty sure it was free. We didn't need her cloth & asked if there was a charge & she said $1. My hubby didn't mind paying her but it was for nothing. Turned out she runs the little shop there. So when you go just know you can do your own thing, don't have to pay & don't have to let her...
Read moreI went with family born and raised there. The water is very hot and you need to go in slowly to let your body get used to it. You are not supposed to spend more than 15 minutes MAX in the water according to signage. The water has healing properties that you will reap the benefits of if you go on a regular basis. I felt a huge improvement in my legs in the one visit I made. The water is constantly flowing from the mountain so it is always clean. I highly suggest going with a local who can explain the history and purpose of the springs so that your time there is used correctly. I look forward to going again on our...
Read moreQuirky experience to soak in 120F water when it’s so hot out, but it’s actually very refreshing and leaves one feeling relaxed and healthy. This place seems a bit like you’re in a storm drain but the water is very clean; however, I would probably avoid it for a day or so after a major storm. It’s free to enter and the changing rooms and bathrooms are spotless. It’s worth stopping at Bare Necessities to get some advice from the cheerful lady and pay a small fee for a flannel and calabash. She has towels...
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