Agua Caliente County Park - Camp, Cave, Hike, Hot Springs, and Swim near Julian, California
Agua Caliente Spring Rd, Julian, CA 92036, USA,Julian,California
32.94957567208256, -116.30495354533195
19.4 miles SE of Julian, California
Address: Agua Caliente Spring Rd, Julian, CA 92036, USA
GPS: 32°56'58.5"N 116°18'17.8"W
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State: California

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Camp, Cave, Hike, Hot Springs, and Swim

Agua Caliente County Park is a 910-acre park packed with adventures to be had. The park is open from Labor Day to Memorial Day each year and closed during the summer months due to heat.

The park is most famously known for its three geothermically heated springs. These springs are manmade and provide a great relaxation point and swimming hole for visitors. Two of the springs are outdoors, and one is indoors. The indoor pool is a therapeutic spa and is heated to 102 degrees Fahrenheit. These pools are open during daylight hours for all ages, and during some night hours for adult swimmers.

Agua Caliente County Park is also a popular camping destination. The park is equipped with seven cabins. Each cabin has electricity and temperature control. The park also has other types of camping experiences available. There are 140 campsites available. The campground has RV access, with and without hookups, as well as tent camping availability. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone.

Campers and visitors can enjoy the variety of hiking trails in Agua Caliente County Park. These trails are all less than two miles out and back. Some of the trails provide a rise in elevation and overlook of the whole park. Desert Overlook Trail is especially great for those looking for a fantastic view.

For visitors who are not camping, parking passes can be purchased for 3 dollars per car and are good for the day. Passes provide access to the entire park, including the pools.

Agua Caliente County Park is a unique destination to adventure with your friends and family. The variety of activities give everyone in your group something they will enjoy.

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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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Be careful. Pay attention to posted signs and always test the waters before you get in. Some hot springs can get up to boiling temperatures. Be sure to drink plenty of water to combat the dehydrating effect of the spring.
Be respectful of other soakers and the hot spring. Don't hog the pool. Camp at least 200 yards away and keep fires in designated areas. Keep your pets out of the water and never pee in thermal feature. Glass bottles should never go near a hot spring.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Julian, California

  1. Head southwest on Washington St toward Main St (112 ft)
  2. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Main St (0.3 mi)
  3. Continue onto CA-78 E/Banner Rd
    Continue to follow CA-78 E
    (11.3 mi)
  4. Turn right onto Great Southern Overland Stage Route (21.3 mi)
  5. Slight right onto Agua Caliente Spring Rd (0.6 mi)
  6. Continue straight to stay on Agua Caliente Spring Rd (351 ft)
  7. Turn left
    Destination will be on the right
    (26 ft)
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111 miles from San Diego. From Ramona through Julian: East on State Highway 78 to Scissors Crossing then south 26 miles on Highway S2 to the park entrance. From Interstate 8: East on Interstate 8 and exit at Ocotillo, then 22 miles north on Highway S2 to the park entrance.

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