Grover Hot Springs State Park

The 553-acre nature reserve includes thermal pools, pine forests, sagebrush meadows, and hiking trails at 5,900 feet elevation in the Sierra Nevada mountains.

Native American tribes first used these thermal waters for healing before John Hawkins claimed the valley in 1854 and built the initial bathhouse facilities.

The mineral springs complex serves as a central gathering place where visitors participate in outdoor activities while experiencing the thermal waters year-round.

The park requires an entrance fee and operates the hot springs pools at 147°F, with temporary closures during thunderstorms for safety considerations.

The natural mineral content of the springs creates a distinct yellow-green color in the pools, with water flowing at 105 gallons per minute.

Location: Alpine County

GPS coordinates: 38.70219,-119.83798

Latest update: April 12, 2025 09:25