Vickers Hot Springs
Vickers Hot Springs is in Los Padres National Forest, Ventura County, about five miles from Meiners Oaks. The water comes out hot, well above comfortable soaking temperature. Forest Service land, listed as open, sixty feet off Matilija Canyon Road North. This is one of the more looked-for springs in this set, judging by the search traffic it pulls.
Canyon ground around 1,400 feet, dry, with a little snow most years. Matilija Canyon Road North runs within a few dozen feet. National Forest land. Holiday Group Campground is four miles off, the nearest camp on record, and it is a group site.
Best months listed are December through February. Roadside. The water can scald if you go in without testing, so ease in. Camp at Holiday Group Campground if your party is big enough for a group site. Open per the Forest Service, with no fee on record for the spring itself.
Overview Holiday Group Campground is a relaxing location to enjoy nature all year long; a quick escape from the bustle of the city. It provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking and horseback riding. Surrounding trails are also fun for off-road vehicle enthusiasts.Recreation The Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail begins not far from the campground. It is a relatively short, loop trail that leads through thick vegetation along the river banks and to a scenic h...
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