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The best hot spring camping near San Juan Bautista

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Looking to experience the ultimate hot spring adventure near San Juan Bautista, California? Look no further than Creekside Camping and Mineral Baths (289 reviews), Garden by the sea (182 reviews), and Mercey Hot Springs Resort (1 review). With popular amenities like showers, cooking equipment, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're feeling adventurous, try your hand at paddling, whitewater paddling, or horseback riding. So pack your bags and get ready to soak in the beauty of nature at these incredible hot spring camping spots!

100% (5)

Top-rated campgrounds near San Juan Bautista

  • Mercey Hot Springs Resort
  • Mercey Hot Springs Resort
  • Mercey Hot Springs Resort

1. Mercey Hot Springs Resort

95%
(10)
39mi from San Juan Bautista · 24 sites · Tents, RVs
Mercey hot springs is an off grid natural hot springs oasis located in the Diablo range of Central California, 13 miles west of I-5. With 20 individual outdoor tubs, stunning natural surroundings, Mercey is a magical place for you to unwind, relax, heal and enjoy nature. You can hike and mountain bike in our quiet 144 acre property or just chill, observe the wildlife and birds that call Mercey home. Experience Tranquility at its best!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$75
 / night
  • Los Padres National Forest
  • View from the trail at Arroyo Seco
  • Los Padres National Forest

2. Los Padres National Forest

95%
(452)
762 sites · Mission Canyon, California
From beach to mountain, California's second largest forest offers recreation in diverse ecosystems.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • 10-minute drive from the campground to Pfieffer State Beach where you can see natural sea arches and purple, yes, purple sand.
  • The views here are pretty superb.
  • 10-minute drive from the campground to Pfieffer State Beach where you can see natural sea arches and purple, yes, purple sand.

3. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

98%
(888)
174 sites · Carmel Valley Village, California
Settle into the Big Sur forest at this inland state park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

Looking to experience the ultimate hot spring adventure near San Juan Bautista, California? Look no further than Creekside Camping and Mineral Baths (289 reviews), Garden by the sea (182 reviews), and Mercey Hot Springs Resort (1 review). With popular amenities like showers, cooking equipment, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're feeling adventurous, try your hand at paddling, whitewater paddling, or horseback riding. So pack your bags and get ready to soak in the beauty of nature at these incredible hot spring camping spots!

100% (5)

Top-rated campgrounds near San Juan Bautista

  • Mercey Hot Springs Resort
  • Mercey Hot Springs Resort
  • Mercey Hot Springs Resort

1. Mercey Hot Springs Resort

95%
(10)
39mi from San Juan Bautista · 24 sites · Tents, RVs
Mercey hot springs is an off grid natural hot springs oasis located in the Diablo range of Central California, 13 miles west of I-5. With 20 individual outdoor tubs, stunning natural surroundings, Mercey is a magical place for you to unwind, relax, heal and enjoy nature. You can hike and mountain bike in our quiet 144 acre property or just chill, observe the wildlife and birds that call Mercey home. Experience Tranquility at its best!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$75
 / night
  • Los Padres National Forest
  • View from the trail at Arroyo Seco
  • Los Padres National Forest

2. Los Padres National Forest

95%
(452)
762 sites · Mission Canyon, California
From beach to mountain, California's second largest forest offers recreation in diverse ecosystems.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • 10-minute drive from the campground to Pfieffer State Beach where you can see natural sea arches and purple, yes, purple sand.
  • The views here are pretty superb.
  • 10-minute drive from the campground to Pfieffer State Beach where you can see natural sea arches and purple, yes, purple sand.

3. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

98%
(888)
174 sites · Carmel Valley Village, California
Settle into the Big Sur forest at this inland state park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

Public campgrounds near San Juan Bautista

China Camp Campground
100%
(4)

China Camp Campground

37mi from San Juan Bautista · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Los Padres National Forest
Pretty cool when you wake up and you are above the clouds...
83%
(3)

Bottchers Gap Campground

37mi from San Juan Bautista · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Los Padres National Forest
White Oaks Campground

White Oaks Campground

38mi from San Juan Bautista · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Los Padres National Forest
View from the trail at Arroyo Seco
96%
(35)

Arroyo Seco Campground

42mi from San Juan Bautista · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Los Padres National Forest
Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground
98%
(888)

Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground

44mi from San Juan Bautista · 174 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Escondido Campground

Escondido Campground

49mi from San Juan Bautista · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Los Padres National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Mercey Hot Springs Resort
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Alexis
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Mercey Hot Springs Resort
Just can't beat floating in an 80 degree pool under the stars! Everyone was very friendly and the amenities were wonderful. The private bathrooms and showers were lovely (although they are salt/ mineral water). The individual hot springs tubs were a great way to enjoy the magic power of hot springs and our campsite was wonderful
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Mercey Hot Springs Resort
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Maggie
June 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Mercey Hot Springs Resort
So so beautiful and tranquil - I was a bit nervous being a solo female camper but I felt incredibly safe on this property!
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Camp Site E-1
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Xan
January 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Mercey Hot Springs Resort
Very clean and well organized. After my free cup of coffee I took a hike before heading out. A nice way to start the day.
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Mercey Hot Springs Resort
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Tom
December 2024
16 ft car
1 night at Mercey Hot Springs Resort
What an amazing place. Very peaceful, quality surroundings and facility. I will come back when I have more time to chill as this was just a passing stopover
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Nearby public parks

Browse national and state parks near San Juan Bautista

Los Padres National Forest
95%
(452)
Los Padres National Forest
Mission Canyon, California
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
98%
(888)
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Carmel Valley Village, California
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