The Geysers

Lake County, California · Near Cobb
38.8020°N, 122.8100°W · 1,565 ft
214°F 77°F air · Good soaking weather 1,565 ft Short Walk Camping nearby (11.7 mi)
Geyser: Not a Soaking Spring

The Geysers is a geyser, not a traditional hot spring. These geothermal features can be extremely dangerous. Boiling water, toxic gases, and unstable ground are common hazards. Do not attempt to soak.

The Geysers, in Lake County five miles from Cobb, is a boiling thermal feature, 214 degrees in the record, above the boiling point of water at sea level. Nobody soaks in this. It is a thing to see from a distance, if you can get to it at all: no landowner appears on record, and nothing says the public may enter.

Location

Big Geysers Road passes within a tenth of a mile. Elevation a bit over fifteen hundred feet. Precipitation totals thirty-four inches annually; snow barely registers, a couple of inches. Sixty degrees is the average across the year.

January, December, February lead the record. For camping, the record lists Warm Springs Rec Area a dozen miles away. The water is boiling and will cause severe burns on contact. Stay well back. The temperature alone rules out any soaking use of the source itself. Access is unknown; the road name on file does not imply a right to walk in.

Monthly Climate
48°
Jan
49°
Feb
50°
Mar
56°
Apr
61°
May
71°
Jun
75°
Jul
75°
Aug
71°
Sep
64°
Oct
53°
Nov
47°
Dec
Annual Precip: 34.4 in Annual Snow: 2.0 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 48°F · Water 214°F · +167° contrast
December Air 47°F · Water 214°F · +167° contrast
February Air 49°F · Water 214°F · +165° contrast
January offers 28°F more contrast than August
Current Conditions
77°F
SW 3.6 mph 42% Good soaking weather
This Afternoon 88° Low 63° Sunny
Spring is +126° warmer
Saturday 78° Low 51° Sunny
Spring is +136° warmer
Sunday 75° Low 54° Sunny
Spring is +139° warmer
Monday 83° Low 60° Sunny
Spring is +131° warmer
Tuesday 82° Low 60° Sunny
Spring is +132° warmer
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Warm Springs Rec Area 11.7 mi away

Overview Warm Springs Recreation Area is a day-use park located at Lake Sonoma, which is just a 45 minute drive north of Santa Rosa and a 2 hour trip from San Francisco. There is no overnight camping available at this facility World famous vineyards and a land rich in history surround the lake, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the area's extensive trail network.Recreation The Woodland Ridge Nature Trail begins at the park and winds up the ridge, rewarding hikers with great...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Temperature
214°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 214°F (101°C)
Avg Air Temp 60°F
Above Ambient +154°F
Access
Road Access Short Walk
Nearest Road Big Geysers Road
Distance to Road 0.1 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at The Geysers?
The Geysers has a water temperature of 214°F (101°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.
Where is The Geysers located?
The Geysers is located in Lake County, California at 1,565 feet elevation, near Cobb. Coordinates: 38.8020°N, 122.8100°W.
How do I get to The Geysers?
The Geysers has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being Big Geysers Road (0.1 mi from the road).
Can I camp near The Geysers?
Yes, Warm Springs Rec Area is located nearby (11.7 miles away).
Is it safe to soak at The Geysers?
No, not at the source. The water at The Geysers reaches 214°F, which can cause severe burns within seconds. Look for cooled side pools or downstream stretches, and test with a hand before anything else.