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Moderate
Elevation
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408 m
Distance
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9.0 km
Duration
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2.5-4h
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Bradford Ridge Path to Deep Creek Hot Springs

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The Bradford Ridge Path to Deep Creek Hot Springs is an amazing adventure in the boundaries of San Bernardino National Forest that will take you to a series of relaxing thermal pools. While out hiking the trail, you will leave the rugged landscape of the mountains behind in order to traverse the desert, where you will eventually reach the serene hot springs set along Deep Creek. Hikers should take note that you will need an adventure pass displayed in your vehicle in order to utilize this trail.

Route Description for Bradford Ridge Path to Deep Creek Hot Springs

For those adventurers who like the idea of soaking their aching bones after a good trek into the desert, the Bradford Ridge Path to Deep Creek will be a fun and rewarding trail to explore. Just be sure to prepare yourself for the possibility of nudity, as some people choose to jump into the hot springs without clothing!

Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way to the northeast along the banks of Kinley Creek as it leaves the rugged terrain of the mountains behind in favour of the dry desert. Eventually, you will break away from the edge of the creek and continue on to the northeast across the undulating desert landscape.

After a gradual descent, you will eventually arrive at the banks of Deep Creek, where you will find a series of geothermal hot springs with varying temperatures around the 100℉ mark. Take slime time to explore the area and soak in the relaxing thermal pools, before heading back along the same trail for the return to the trailhead.

Getting to the Bradford Ridge Path to Deep Creek Hot Springs Trailhead

The trailhead for the Bradford Ridge Path to Deep Creek Hot Springs can be found along CA-173, just 7.7mi northwest of Lake Arrowhead.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    April-October

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes

  • Family friendly:

    Older Children only

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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