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Hot springs near South Gate

6 named hot springs within 100 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.

Hot springs within 100 mi

6

Closest

52.5 mi

Urbita Hot Springs

Worth the drive

Urbita Hot Springs
Urbita Hot Springs52.5 miPhoto: California Historical Society/University of Southern California Library, Public domain
Deep Creek Hot Springs
Deep Creek Hot Springs64.3 miPhoto: Eeekster Richard Ellis, CC BY 3.0
Willett Hot Springs
Willett Hot Springs65.5 miPhoto: Nudeturtle at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0
Big Caliente Hot Springs
Big Caliente Hot Springs88.4 miPhoto: snapper from Ventura County, CA, USA, CC BY 2.0

Map

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All hot springs, nearest first

  1. 52.5mi
    Urbita Hot Springs

    About ↗Directions ↗

  2. 64.3mi
    Deep Creek Hot Springs

    About ↗Directions ↗

  3. 65.5mi
    Willett Hot Springs

    About ↗Directions ↗

  4. 81mi
    Pan Hot Springs

    Directions ↗

  5. 88.4mi
    Big Caliente Hot Springs

    About ↗Directions ↗

  6. 91.2mi
    Little Caliente Spring

    Directions ↗

Straight-line distance from the center of South Gate; driving and trail distances are longer.

Before you go

Keep your head above water

Warm fresh water can carry a rare brain-eating amoeba. Don’t dunk your head or let water go up your nose.

Test before you soak

Natural springs can be scalding near the source. Many thermal areas, like geyser basins, are off-limits to soaking.

Pack it out

Primitive springs have no trash service. Leave no glass or soap, and respect clothing-optional customs where posted.

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Questions

What is the closest hot spring to South Gate?

Urbita Hot Springs, about 52.5 miles from the center of South Gate.

How many hot springs are near South Gate?

6 named hot springs are within 100 miles.

Are the hot springs near South Gate free?

It depends. Resort and spa springs charge for entry, while primitive springs on public land are usually free but may need a hike or a parking pass.

Sources: Wikidata and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), checked 2026-11-08; photos from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown. Access, fees and conditions change; check before visiting.

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