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Bowen Ranch Hot Spring Retreat

Hosted by Jess · Lake Arrowhead, California

13 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 200 acres

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Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Peaceful Off-the-Grid Property in the Mountains of the Mojave Desert, Hot Springs and Numerous Hiking and Off-Roading Trails Nearby... Surrounded by 1,000s of Acres of Undeveloped BLM and US Forestry Land, With Endless Views of the San Bernardino Mountains and High Desert Scenery. Bring Your Tent, Trailer, RV or Camp in your Car . Picnic Tables and Fire Pits (grills available). Flushing Toilets, Pits Toilets, Potable Water, and Showers On-Site. Breakfast Lunch Dinner Served on the Weekends *Warning! The hike to the Deep Creek Hot Springs is fairly steep and can be difficult for some people, especially in warm weather, so everyone’s physical fitness needs to be considered when deciding to hike to the hot springs with pets, children, elderly people, or out-of-shape/over-weight people in your group. Even though Deep Creek has never had any known cases of amoeba outbreaks, be advised that the warm waters around hot springs can carry a sometimes fatal amoeba. *Although children are permitted at most sites on the property (children are not permitted at the cabin or spring pool sites), we do not recommend bringing them due to occasional nudity that may be seen in the area and the degree of difficulty for the hike. In order to be prepared with the correct gear to make the hike to the hot springs and know the USFS rules that apply to the area, please educate yourself before coming by visiting the USFS website page for the Deep Creek area. Know before you go! The Deep Creek Hot Springs Campground is part of the historic Bowen Ranch property that was homesteaded in 1924 and has been the camping and parking area for the Deep Creek Hot Springs for nearly a century. The Bowen Ranch property is under new ownership as of 2020. See our webpage deepcreekhotspringscampground.com for more information and detailed driving directions to our property.

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Deep Creek Hot Springs Campsite

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 250 · Vehicles under 35 ft

Set up your tent or car camp at any open sites you choose, located right next to the trailhead to the Deep Creek Hot Springs. Our campsites have a picnic table and a fire pit (bbq grills/racks available). Campers have access to potable water, solar showers, and pit toilets near the trailhead campsites, and flushing toilets and instant hot water showers available near the Juniper Flats campsites. Late checkout time of 6pm accommodates hiking the next day.

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No electrical hookup

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Hot Spring Oasis Site with Caveroom

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 200 · Vehicles under 33 ft

Located far from the city lights on a 160 acre homestead Ranch, nature abounds on this property where the Mojave desert meets the San Bernardino mountains. A beautiful riparian area and natural spring located on the property make this place a true oasis in the desert, and combined with it's very own private hot spring pools, paradise is in the making. Next to the spring pool is a small rustic "cave cabin" that was built into the rocky hillside, with seating areas carved into the rock, The cave cabin makes a great dressing room, hang-out room, or retreat from the elements, as it can be heated up with it's rustic woodstove or just left cool and shady to escape from the sun. Not much room to sleep in the cave, but a hammock and platform helps make it happen for at least 2 people! Others can sleep in a 10x10 canvas tent set up at the back of the site. Also provided is plenty of outdoor tables and chairs on the patio decks, a fire pit(firewood is for sale on site for $10) , a gas BBQ (propane included), an outdoor shower, private bathroom building with indoor shower and flushing toilets. Private parking area located 200 feet away from site, and can accommodate 12-15 cars, rvs, trailers, etc

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Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

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Furnished Tent by Hot Springs

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 6

Come camp with ease, where everything already set up for you! Nestled in the mountains of the high desert, we invite you to come stay in a peaceful serene setting, where beautiful natural desert scenery and mountain views surround you. This property is the perfect place to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature., with the Deep Creek Hot Springs just a 40 minute hike away, but well worth the effort! And there's so much more natural beauty to see as you explore miles of hiking and OHV trails nearby and right on the property. Our tents can accommodate about 4 guests inside, but can accommodate larger groups of 10 or more if they want to set up additional tents in the large surrounding yard, and pay regular camping rates. A shared bathroom with flushing toilets is nearby, as well as instant hot water showers available in 2 locations. Walking distance from the trailhead to the hot springs. The tent comes with a deluxe 22" tall queen-size air mattress that has a clean cover sheet with and a thin blanket placed underneath to insulate. Bedding, pillows, linens and blankets are available in a locker in the tent and upon request, however, we recommend that you bring your own bedding that you will be comfortable sleeping in 30-50*F nights in. Winter temps range from 25*F to 40* F, so we recommend bringing extra blankets in Winter and early Spring, as well as hand warmer packs and hot water bottles to put in your sleeping bag! An indoor propane heater is provided in the tent, and comes with 1 small canister of propane. A canister lasts about 3 hours, additional propane available on site for $6/canister or bring your own. There is a mini-split A/C heater unit in the tent that requires electricity, and this off-the-grid tent includes 4 hours of -generated electricity with each rental day to run the heater, inside lighting, and outlet plugs to charge electronics. Additional generator hours available for the cost of fuel, $6-$7/hour. A quiet 500 watt battery powered generator is available as an alternative to the diesel fueled generator that can be used for lighting and powering up electronics if heating or air conditioning is not needed. A charging station for phones/electronics is available at the office, as well as emergency wi-fi. A gas BBQ (fuel included) and a 2-burner camp stove are provided for cooking outside at each tent, along with paper towels, disposable plates and plastic utensils. Cooking utensils, fire pit grills for briquettes, pots and pans are readily available upon request . The cold creek water in the Deep Creek canyon flows all year around, and the 6 creek-side hot spring pools are always full and consistently hot all year around, ranging in temperatures between 90F-108F. The hike to the Deep Creek Hot Springs is not an easy hike and one needs to be prepared when hiking in remote areas such as Deep Creek, where rescues can only be done by air. this hike can be fairly difficult, especially in warm weather and during the shorter colder days in Winter. In order to be prepared with the correct gear to make this hike and know the USFS rules that apply to the area, please educate yourself before coming by visiting the USFS website page for the Deep Creek area. Deep Creek is a day-use only area and does not permit glass or fires. Know before you go! *Although children are permitted to be on the property, we do not recommend bringing them due to occasional nudity that may be seen in the area and the degree of difficulty of the hike. The hike to the hot springs is fairly difficult and everyone’s health and physical fitness needs to be considered when deciding to take children, elderly people, or over-weight people.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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Hot Spring Glamping Tent

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 4

Come camp with ease, where everything already set up for you! Nestled in the mountains of the high desert, we invite you to come stay in a peaceful serene setting, where beautiful natural desert scenery and mountain views surround you. This property is the perfect place to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature, with the Deep Creek Hot Springs just a 40 minute hike away, but well worth the effort! And there's so much more natural beauty to see as you explore miles of hiking and OHV trails nearby and right on the property. Our tents can accommodate about 4 guests inside, but larger groups can set up additional tents in the large surrounding yard and have extra guests pay regular camping rates upon arrival. A shared bathroom with flushing toilets is nearby, as well as instant hot water showers available in 2 locations. Walking distance from the trailhead to the hot springs. The tent comes with a deluxe 22" tall queen-size air mattress that has a clean cover sheet with and a thin insulating blanket placed underneath. Bedding, pillows, linens and blankets are available upon request when you arrive, however, we recommend that you bring your own bedding that you will be comfortable sleeping in 30*-50*F nights in. Winter temps can dip below freezing, so we recommend bringing extra blankets in Winter and early Spring, as well as hand warmer packs and hot water bottles to put in your sleeping bag. An indoor propane heater is provided in the tent, and comes with 1 small canister of propane. A canister lasts about 3 hours, additional propane available on site for $6/canister. There is a mini-split A/C heater unit in the tent that requires electricity, and this off-the-grid tent includes 4 hours of -generated electricity with each rental day to run the heater, inside lighting, and outlet plugs to charge electronics. Solar battery powered lights are inside and outside the tentAdditional generator hours available for the cost of fuel, $6-$7/hour. A quiet 500 watt battery powered generator is available as an alternative to the diesel fueled generator that can be used for lighting and powering up electronics if heating or air conditioning is not needed. A charging station for phones/electronics is available at the office, as well as wi-fi. A gas BBQ (fuel included) and a 2-burner camp stove are provided for cooking outside at each tent, along with paper towels, disposable plates and plastic utensils. Cooking utensils, fire pit grills for briquettes, pots and pans available upon request . The cold creek water in the Deep Creek canyon flows all year around, and the 6 creek-side hot spring pools are always full and consistently hot all year around, ranging in temperatures between 90F-108F. The hike to the Deep Creek Hot Springs is not an easy hike and one needs to be prepared when hiking in remote areas such as Deep Creek, where rescues can only be done by air. this hike can be fairly difficult, especially in warm weather and during the shorter colder days in Winter. In order to be prepared with the correct gear to make this hike and know the USFS rules that apply to the area, please educate yourself before coming by visiting the USFS website page for the Deep Creek area. Deep Creek is a day-use only area and does not permit glass or fires in the area. Know before you go! *Although children are permitted to be on the property, we do not recommend bringing them due to occasional nudity that may be seen in the area and the degree of difficulty of the hike. The hike to the hot springs is fairly difficult and everyone’s health and physical fitness needs to be considered when deciding to take children, elderly people, or over-weight people.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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Tiny Cabin w/Pond by Hot Springs

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Cabin · Sleeps 4

Come stay in this brand new tiny cabin situated in the mountains of the high desert, within walking distance of the Deep Creek Hot Springs. This secluded cabin has a private loft on the 3rd level with 2 comfy queen beds. The mid-level sports a cozy kitchen and living room area combo, with a 13' high wrap around deck that was built on beams that were milled from a solid single pinyon tree that died on the property and can be viewed from the lowest level of the cabin in the shaded stone base. Large yard with a fire pit, a gas BBQ grill, outdoor seating and plenty of space for a group of friends to set up camp at this unique site in the mountains of the Mojave Desert that has its very own private pool made of natural stone. The refreshing pool sits beside a pergola shade structure and patio area with plenty of privacy. Bathroom and shower nearby and shared with only 1 other campsite. Spa, sauna and ziplines available to ride on property. *Children are not permitted at this site due to the pools and 1930's era construction and safety. Although children are permitted on the property, we do not recommend bringing them due to the occasional nudity and difficulty of the hike.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

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Big Group Glamping Tent

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 10

Come camp with ease and have everything already set up for you! Stay in our biggest, brand new, double lined tent located just a short hike from the deep creek hot springs! This 16'x24' tent can accommodate at least 6-8 guests inside but can accommodate 12 or more additional guests outside in the large surrounding yard if they want to set up additional tents or park an RV or trailer. Any last-minute extra guests can pay regular camping rates upon arrival. The tent comes with 3 queen-size beds covered with clean shand 2 full size cots. Please bring your own bedding that you will be comfortable sleeping in if possible. Extra bedding is available if needed. The tent has 2 tables and chairs, a sofa, end tables, a 2-burner camp stove. A gas BBQ grill , picnic table and fire pit are located outside in the private yard (fuel provided). Paper towels, disposable plates, plastic utensils and cleaning supplies provided in the tent locker also. Cooking utensils, fire pit grills for briquettes, pots and pans are readily available at the office, along with anything else you may have forgotten to bring. We should have everything you will need to camp! Hot food and cold drinks available on site as well! There is a mini-split A/C heater unit in the tent that requires electricity, and this off-the-grid tent includes 4 hours of generated electricity with each rental day to run the heater, lights and outlet plugs to charge electronics. Additional generator hours available for the cost of fuel, $7/hour. A quiet 500-watt battery powered generator is available as an alternative to the diesel fueled generator that can be used for lighting and powering up electronics if heating or air conditioning is not needed. A charging station for phones/electronics is available at the office, as well as wi-fi. There are 2 locations for flushing toilets and warm showers nearby, with more amenities throughout the property. Friday and Saturday nights include use of our sauna, spa, pool table and more located in our recreation tent! Free late checkout and trailhead parking available for hiking the next day, just ask!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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Bowen Ranch Hot Spring Retreat

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