Unnamed Thermal Spring
This unnamed warm spring sits near Clearlake at 1,488 feet elevation in Lake County, emerging just 75 meters from Panorama Road in rolling terrain shaped by the Clear Lake volcanic field.
The spring occupies accessible terrain in Lake County's rolling hills where Mediterranean climate creates mild winters and warm, dry summers. Clear Lake's volcanic origin shapes regional geology and thermal character. The landscape supports oak woodlands and chaparral vegetation adapted to seasonal precipitation patterns.
Easy roadside access from Panorama Road makes this spring highly accessible. Water temperature is warm rather than hot; bring appropriate swimwear or wetsuit depending on comfort preference. Little Stony Campground lies 38 kilometers away with first-come, first-served camping only. Nearby Lake Berryessa offers extensive day-use recreation.
The spring reflects thermal activity within the Clear Lake geothermal province. Its proximity to volcanic terrain and evidence of subsurface heat circulation indicate participation in broader regional geothermal systems. This modest thermal feature demonstrates widespread low-temperature thermal resources throughout California's volcanic regions.
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Overview This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site.Once on-site, you are able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.In order to utilize Scan & Pay on site, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote area...
this spring is road-accessible, so you can bring more gear.
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