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Agua Caliente (San Diego County Park)


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saylor crayk

May 14, 2025

Very quiet, remote retreat. Indoor hot springs pool and two outdoor pools. If you are lucky, a up close view of Borrego Bighorn Sheep. And a million stars at night!

Kat Stanchi

April 25, 2025

The campsites are spacious and nicely kept, the bathrooms are pretty clean. But I was sadly surprised to arrive at 6pm and be told that the pools were closed! They close the pools at 5pm except on weekends. I assume this is due to budget issues, but just be aware that M-Th you can't soak except for 9:30-5, the hottest parts of the day. The showers are coin-op so bring small bills or change (50c for 3 mins). And the showers were cold. All in all, for close to $40 for a tent site, I was expecting at least a hot shower.

Jennifer St.Clair

April 22, 2025

We were looking for a new place to park.The r v for a weekend and ended up at agua caliente county park which was quite delightful. We stayed in a spot with full hook ups.And the camping spots were really quite private and had some wonderful spots. No cell service Being in the desert, ours had zero shade. As did most of the park. The hot spring box was quite lovely. The outdoor pool was nice but needed more chairs. I didn't use the public showers. We enjoyed Moonlight Trail. Saw the Easter bunny and food runners, quail and bighorn sheep. There was a cute music history show that was informational.

Roger Parks

March 05, 2025

This place is truly an oasis in the surrounding desert. The camping facilities are top notch and hot spring is just what you need after a long day exploring the surroundings. The two pools offer kids and adults alike the chance to cool off. All around, one of my favorite parks in San Diego. If you look hard enough, you might even spot a desert bighorn sheep.

Brandon Leonard

February 04, 2025

Awesome campground. Tent camping on our side but looks like RV spots are nice too. Only a couple hours from San Diego. Stars were beautiful and the facilities were nice. Bathrooms, showers (pay with quarters), and hot tub and swimming pool. Quiet hours at 10pm enforced 👍

Maple Brown

March 03, 2022

This was one of the best finds to stumble across in the middle of the desert. We loved the guy at the general store at the beginning of road into the springs/camp grounds. He had lots of knowledge of the land and its history. Lots of cool crystals and books on the wild west and gem hunting along with supplies at his store. The springs are chlorinated unfortunately but still super relaxing and clean. This was a great spot to camp for the night. Had a camp table, firepit and clean bathrooms close.

Kent Moon

February 25, 2022

Nice clean facility with $3 hot spa. There is a hiking trail that is also very nice if you have an extra hour.

ronda Bennett

February 05, 2022

Just the best off the beaten path camping. Hiking, biking, soaking in mineral pools. Love it.

No Name

January 26, 2022

Always a great place to stop and grab a $3 soak!! Great camping options, GREAT hikes and flowers depending on the season!! This park is a wonderful place to spend some time if you watch for cooler visiting times!! ..

Kung Wang

October 01, 2021

Fantastic campground in the middle of a hot desert! Well maintained, clean, even comes with air conditioned cabins. Nothing beats having a cold pool to chill out during a hot summer day. That said, I’d probably visit during cooler months. Showers come at a cost, and they’re coin operated. But, there’s a mountain springs shower shed nearby free of charge.