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Mendocino County, California

Vichy Springs Resort

Vichy Springs is a historic resort outside Ukiah known for its naturally carbonated mineral water, served in old-style bathtubs. Day visitors can use the baths, a hot pool and walking trails, and bathing suits are required.

OpenOlympic-size pool is seasonal (May to October). Holiday periods offer two-hour day use only.Last checked November 2026
Water
90°F (mineral baths); 104°F (hot pool)
Getting there
Drive up
Clothing
Swimsuits required
Cost and hours
See current prices and hours on the official site
Pools
Fourteen carbonated mineral bathtubs (4 outdoor, 10 indoor), a 104°F communal hot pool, and a seasonal 25-meter pool
Reservations
Recommended for spa treatments; call 707-462-9515
Stay the night
Inn rooms and cottages on site
Managed by
Private resort

Good to know. No pets anywhere on the property, including the parking lot.

In any natural hot spring, keep your head above the water. Health officials advise it because of a rare amoeba that can enter through the nose.

Good for: first-timers, quiet soaking. Something out of date? Let us know and we’ll check it.

Warm water, closer to home

No hot spring nearby?

Warm-water sessions at your own pool, or your community’s, in and around Flagstaff, by request. And there are small water practices you can do at home, in a bath.

See sessions Practices for home