Hot Spring

Dirty Socks Spring

Inyo County, CA

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Free, unmaintained ~93°F artesian warm pool in a large circular concrete basin just off CA-190 near the south edge of Owens Lake—sulfur odor and algae give the spring its name; a quirky Owens Valley roadside soak with Sierra and playa views.

Field facts

RegionInyo County, CA
Coordinates36.3295, -117.9495
Temp~93°F (34°C) artesian well
AccessPaved spur off CA-190; free / no facilities
History1927 resort attempt; abandoned mid-century
NearbyOlancha / Owens Lake

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