180°F6,747 ftOpenShort WalkBureau of Land ManagementCamping nearby (7.0 mi)
Very Hot Source — Use Extreme Caution
At 180°F, the source water at Travertine Hot Springs is hot enough to cause burns. Some hot springs this hot have cooler side pools or downstream areas suitable for soaking — always test the water temperature before entering.
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Travertine Hot Springs delivers scalding 180°F water in Mono County near Bridgeport, creating one of the eastern Sierra Nevada's most accessible and dramatic high-temperature features managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Positioned at 6,747 feet elevation with travertine deposits visible from the short walk approach, the springs emerge just 105 meters from Travertine Hot Springs Road through subalpine terrain where winter snow reaches 93.6 inches annually.
History of Travertine Hot Springs
These geothermal features represent intense circulation through the Sierra Nevada's fractured bedrock, where deep groundwater encounters extreme heat before rising to form the travertine deposits that give the springs their distinctive character and name.
The site offers short walk access from Travertine Hot Springs Road with Bureau of Land Management protection allowing public access. Honeymoon Flat Campground (11.2 km away) provides 50+ campsites with creek fishing and trail network access.
Is Travertine Hot Springs worth visiting?
Best for
Observing powerful hot springs
Overnight camping trips
Not ideal for
Casual soaking
Travertine Hot Springs is well suited for observing powerful hot springs and overnight camping trips.
Monthly Climate
31°Jan
29°Feb
33°Mar
40°Apr
48°May
61°Jun
69°Jul
68°Aug
61°Sep
50°Oct
38°Nov
28°Dec
Annual Precip: 18.0 inAnnual Snow: 93.6 in
Best Time to Visit
DecemberAir 28°F · Water 180°F · +152° contrast
FebruaryAir 29°F · Water 180°F · +151° contrast
JanuaryAir 31°F · Water 180°F · +150° contrast
December offers 40°F more contrast than August
Nearby Camping
Honeymoon Flat7.0 mi away
Overview
Honeymoon Flat Campground is located just 8 miles from Bridgeport, California, next to Robinson Creek at an elevation of 7,000 feet. The Twin Lakes area is about 2 miles away, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking and horseback riding.Recreation
Robinson Creek offers good rainbow trout fishing and can be easily accessed from both loops. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail.Facilities
The campground contains single and double-f...
What is the water temperature at Travertine Hot Springs?
Travertine Hot Springs has a water temperature of 180°F (82°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.
Where is Travertine Hot Springs located?
Travertine Hot Springs is located in Mono County, California at 6,747 feet elevation, near Bridgeport. Coordinates: 38.2450°N, 119.2050°W.
How do I get to Travertine Hot Springs?
Travertine Hot Springs has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being Travertine Hot Springs Road (344 ft from the road).
Is Travertine Hot Springs free to visit?
Travertine Hot Springs has Open access. It is managed by Bureau of Land Management.
Can I camp near Travertine Hot Springs?
Yes, Honeymoon Flat is located nearby (7.0 miles away).
Is it safe to soak at Travertine Hot Springs?
The water at Travertine Hot Springs reaches 180°F, which can cause severe burns. Do not enter the source pool directly — look for cooled side pools or downstream areas where the water has cooled to a safe temperature. Always tell someone your plans before visiting remote hot springs.
Is Travertine Hot Springs crowded?
Travertine Hot Springs sees varying levels of visitors depending on the season and day of the week.
What should I bring to Travertine Hot Springs?
Essentials for Travertine Hot Springs: swimsuit, towel, water bottle, camping gear, a trash bag to pack out what you pack in. The water is over 110°F — test the temperature before entering and watch for scalding near the source.
Temperature
180°F
WarmHotBoiling
Water Temp180°F (82°C)
Avg Air Temp46°F
Above Ambient+134°F
Perfect soaking weatherMarch
Access
Open
Road AccessShort Walk
Nearest RoadTravertine Hot Springs Road
Distance to Road344 ft
Land
OwnershipFederal
AgencyBureau of Land Management
DesignationPUB
UnitBishop Field Office
ManagerBureau of Land Management
Protection3 - Protected, subject to extractive use
