Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm

99%

187 reviews

· Bombay Beach, Riverside, California · 7 acres

Hosted by Gordon K.

RV/tent site

· 5 guests max

Amazing views

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The desert is really lovely right now, and so are the mineral baths. We have no lodging here, so park your RV or car or set your tent up right next to outdoor hot mineral baths where pure water flows from under the desert at 124 degrees then we let it cool down to whatever temperature feels right. Only 1 group (max 6) at a time so it will always be private, and we are very conscientious of our guest's privacy, but are always available for questions via text or phone. Check in time is now 4 pm, check out time 10 am. Check out our IG here! https://www.instagram.com/hotspringsorganicfarm/ Autumn is here and days now are in the 80's, nights in the 60's. Located in a rural desert setting 1 hour south of Indio, in the morning shadow of the Chocolate Mountains, this is a working farm growing 7 varieties of organic dates: medjool, barhi, khadrawi, halawi, khalas, dayri and zahidi. Ideal bath times are nighttime and early morning, and day soaks are an option too if you live locally and just want to spend a few hours soaking. We have a private driveway and fenced property and there are no nearby homes. It is an extremely safe neighborhood here...never having a single incident of theft, vandalism or intrusion in the 19 years of residence. This is where the beautiful natural hot healing waters flow out of the earth as described in the famed "Desert Magazine" article of November 1956 "Little Yellowstone on the Salton Shores". A very remarkable but little-known secret in the California desert. 18 years of date harvests have made life and residence purposeful here on this 7-acre flank of the Chocolate Mountains. Desert Magazine (1956) describes the hot water here to be "richer in mineral content than any spa water in the United States excepting those in the Yellowstone Park area. Here then was mineral water rivaling that of Spa Royat in France; Bad-Nauheim in Germany; and Marianbad in Czechoslovakia. Here was water superior to that which the royal heads of Europe had paid princely sums to use." 2-wheel drive vehicles, including cars are all one needs to reach the farm. Some wild deer in the neighborhood, but also bighorn sheep, fox, coyote, bobcat, hawks, owls, lizards, geckos and rabbits. Native artifacts have been discovered on the property and our desert nights are free of light pollution. Private hot springs on small farms are extremely rare anywhere in America, but especially within 2 and 1/2 hours of greater Los Angeles. This is a really great place to empty your head out and enjoy the lovely weather and an even better place to get and stay healthy in these unpredictable times. This place is ideally suited for health-oriented folks. No tobacco, alcohol, vaping, cannabis or drugs allowed. And in the pools no lotions, perfume, hair care products, makeup, or sunscreen. No food or glass near the pools, and we are not set up for small kids or pets. Cookstoves are okay here, just no campfires due to an excess of brush in the region. Verizon and AT&T and T Mobile phone service all work well here. We are 4 miles from Bombay Beach, 35 minutes from Mecca, 1 hour and 20 minutes from Palm Springs, 1 hour from the Coachella Music Festival location, in the direction with light traffic. 1 hour and 30 minutes from Joshua Tree south entrance, 1 hour and 10 minutes from La Quinta and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Los Angeles area and 2 hours 30 minutes from San Diego area. We are 30 minutes to Salvation Mountain/The Slabs and 1 hour 10 minutes to Painted Canyon (The Slot Canyons in the Mecca Hills). The last half mile before our gate is a dirt road that can have seasonal ruts and washboard surface from off-roaders, so passenger cars will need to take it slow but can still make it. We are not a posh resort, and because it's a farm there are a few odd structures and tools on the property, but that's just part of the art. The rock pools and hot water baths are lovely at night under the stars near the palms, and that's what this place is all about. This farm is in the low (elevation) desert, where the winter days are warm with springtime-like weather from November - March. The colder high desert areas in the Morongo Basin (Joshua Tree, 29 Palms etc.) are more popular tourist destinations, but sometimes they are so popular that the traffic can be as bad as any city, with no flowing water and the Bighorn Sheep are hiding away deep in the boulders. The low desert has nicer winter days, hot springs, flowing water, far less traffic and more places to observe wildlife. Bring flip flops, towels and flashlights.Located in a rural desert setting 1 hour south of Indio, in the morning shadow of the Chocolate Mountains, this is a working farm growing 6 varieties of organic dates; medjool, barhi, khadrawi,halawi, khalas and zahidi, as well as mango, Jamaican plum and temple orange. Daytime temps right now are in the 80's ...nights are in the 60's. Darkness comes at pm now. Check out our IG here! https://www.instagram.com/hotspringsorganicfarm/ Our crystal clear natural hot mineral water flows from under the desert at 124 degrees (51 c.) then we let it cool down to whatever temperature feels right, with the ideal bath times being nighttime and early morning. We only host 1 group (max 5) or person at a time so it will always be private, and we are very conscientious of our guest's privacy, but are always available for questions via text or phone. We have a private driveway and fenced property and there are no nearby homes. It is an extremely safe neighborhood here...never having a single incident of theft, vandalism or intrusion in the 18 years of residence. This is where the beautiful natural hot healing waters flow out of the earth as described in the famed "Desert Magazine" article of November 1956 "Little Yellowstone on the Salton Shores". A very remarkable but little-known secret in the California desert. Some wild deer in the neighborhood, but also bighorn sheep, fox, coyote, bobcat, hawks, owls, lizards, geckos and rabbits. Native artifacts have been discovered on the property and our desert nights are free of light pollution. Private hot springs on small farms are extremely rare anywhere in America, but especially within 2 and 1/2 hours of greater Los Angeles. This is a really great place to empty your head out and enjoy the lovely weather and an even better place to get and stay healthy in these unpredictable times. This place is ideally suited for health-oriented folks. No tobacco, alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis or drugs allowed. And in the pools no lotions, perfume, hair care products, makeup, or sunscreen. No food or glass near the pools, and we are not set up for small kids or pets. Cookstoves are okay here, just no campfires due to an excess of brush in the region. Verizon and AT&T and T Mobile phone service all work well here. We are 4 miles from Bombay Beach, 35 minutes from Mecca, 1 hour and 20 minutes from Palm Springs, 1 hour from the Coachella Music Festival location, in the direction with light traffic. 1 hour and 30 minutes from Joshua Tree south entrance, 1 hour and 10 minutes from La Quinta and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Los Angeles area and 2 hours 30 minutes from San Diego area. We are 30 minutes to Salvation Mountain/The Slabs, 40 minutes to Dos Palmas Preserve and 1 hour 10 minutes to Painted Canyon (The Slot Canyons in the Mecca Hills). The last half mile before our gate is a dirt road that can have seasonal ruts and washboard surface from off-roaders, so passenger cars will need to take it slow but can still make it. We are not a posh resort, and because it's a farm there are a few odd structures and tools on the property, but that's just part of the art. The rock pools and hot water baths are lovely at night under the stars near the palms, and that's what this place is all about....the water. Ideal soaking times are sunset, nighttime and sunrise. This farm is in the low (elevation) desert, where the winter days are warm with springtime-like weather from November - March. The colder high desert areas in the Morongo Basin (Joshua Tree, 29 Palms etc.) are more popular tourist destinations, but sometimes they are so popular that the traffic can be as bad as any city, with no flowing water and the Bighorn Sheep are hiding away deep in the boulders. The low desert has nicer winter days, hot springs, flowing water, far less traffic and more places to observe wildlife. Bring towels, flip flops and flashlights.

RV details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed

Tents are fine, so bring it along in your car or SUV.

Vehicles under 9 meters allowed

Drive through our gate then up the driveway to the level concrete area next to the pools, then either pull in forward or back in, and eventually come out the same way.

Pull-in unit

Drive through our gate then up the driveway to the level concrete area next to the pools, then either pull in forward or back in, and eventually come out the same way.

Accommodates slideouts

Drive through our gate then up the driveway to the level concrete area next to the pools, then either pull in forward or back in, and eventually come out the same way.

Surface type: Concrete pad

A concrete pad 20 feet from the pools, with a 110 extension cord for minimal power usage. No air conditioners, microwaves, electric heaters or other high wattage items. Just phones, laptops and such.

Surface levelness: Flat

A concrete pad 20 feet from the pools, with a 110 extension cord for minimal power usage. No air conditioners, microwaves, electric heaters or other high wattage items. Just phones, laptops and such.

No Toy haulers

Tents are fine, so bring it along in your car or SUV.

Generators allowed

Your own gasoline, diesel or propane generator is fine.

No electrical hookup

110 extension cord for minimal use like lights, battery, phones, etc. No microwaves, air conditioners, hot plates, hair dryers, electric heaters or high wattage items.

No water hookup

No water hook up.

No sewage hookup

Indoor bathroom with toilet 75 feet from the parking pad and hot pools.

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

5 guests max

Toilet available

Flush toilet. A regular 1.6 gallon flush toilet inside a private bathroom. Go easy on the paper quantity, and no hair, tampons or anything else unnecessary gets flushed into our septic. Absolutely no wipes get flushed into our septic, "flushable" or otherwise.

No campfires

Too much dead brush in the area from the once earth bottom canal that watered the local vegetation for 70 years, then when the canal was paved in 2006 the vegetation began to dry up and become a fire hazard. It Still there & still combustible. Butane or cook stoves are fine, just no hot plates from our electric source.

No pets

We receive a lot of inquiry from our guests, but sorry we never flex on this. No pets.

Drinking water available

Bottled water or jugs. 5 gallon bottles of reverse osmosis water through a dolphin pump.

No showers

Pack it out

Take it out with you.

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Both Verizon and AT&T phone service work well here for hot spots, and our satellite internet service is unlimited between 2 am and 8 am, 20 gb. per month the remainder of each day.

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

2WD accessible

Dirt road for the last half mile, but even a Prius makes it fine.

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

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Reviews

99% Recommend207 ratings · 187 reviews

Gordon's campsite offers a tranquil escape with its private hot springs and stunning stargazing opportunities. Campers consistently praise the host's attentiveness and the serene atmosphere, making it a top choice for relaxation. The mineral pools are frequently highlighted for their perfect temperature and cleanliness. Visitors also appreciate the scenic views and Gordon's helpfulness with local recommendations.

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Sara L.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Fantastic overnight

5 m car

Gordon is a really wonderful host; great communication, thoughtfully laid out accommodations, and the water was perfect. We were just there for a quick overnight but wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful and very restful spot!

Grace J.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent

Gordon was quick to respond to messages and willing to fulfill requests early morning even though we had arrived fairly late . This is a unique and private place for an outdoor mineral soak .. I loved it !

Sydney S.

3 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· April 2025

Tent

The natural springs were great, the views were awesome, Gordon was nice and very informative. The campsite is the only one on the property but very close to the home so I wouldn’t say it was private, wasn’t quite prepared for that but was convenient to have bathroom access. Overall was a good experience.

Mayra.

6 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Private, serene, and relaxing!

Tent

The place is very private and relaxing. We had a wonderful time enjoying the hot springs and the night sky. There is plenty of space for a tent and we had no issues setting up camp. Gordon is an excellent host and communicated well with us before and during our stay. We also appreciate him sharing some of the delicious dates he grows!

Attilio G.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

perfectly hot mineral spring pool!

Tent

gordon was most accommodating; his desert oasis is perfectly lovely with fantastic hot mineral-rich spring-water pools that he dials in each guest’s requested temperature of liking.

Erin H.

10 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Wonderful

Tent

The pool was exactly what I needed after a long flight and the view was incredible. Gordon was a wonderful host! He asked me what time I’d like my evening and morning soak to be ready and showed me around, and he had drinking water available and shared some delicious dates with me! This was a relaxing and perfect way to start my vacation.

Location

Bombay Beach, Riverside, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Xawiƚƚ kwñchawaay (Cocopah) and Ɂívil̃uwenetem Meytémak (Cahuilla) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking