About Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa
Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa in Niland, California, 120 miles east of San Diego, pipes 104ยฐF natural mineral water into its soaking pools. This desert oasis provides year-round access to therapeutic pools and RV sites with full hookups.
Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa pipes natural hot mineral water directly into its soaking pools. The water measures 104 degrees Fahrenheit. It contains high concentrations of sulfur, magnesium, and potassium.
Guests report relief from arthritis, muscle pain, and skin conditions. The resort features a 24-hour main pool and private soaking tubs. RV sites offer full hookups with 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service.
The campground sits on a flat, gravel lot with shade trees. Each site includes a picnic table. The resort attracts snowbirds from November to March.
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What Amenities Does Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa Offer?
Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa includes a 24-hour main mineral pool, six private soaking tubs, a massage and spa therapy center, and a shower facility. The campground provides a dump station, potable water fill, and a small convenience store selling snacks and toiletries.
What Are the Rates at Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa?
RV site rates start at $40 per night for a full-hookup site with two adults. Weekly rates start at $250. Mineral pool access costs $5 per person per day for registered campers, with a day-use rate of $15 for non-guests.
What Are the Check-In Rules at Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa?
Check-in time is 2:00 PM, and check-out is 11:00 AM. Quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The property accepts reservations by phone at (760) 354-1315 or through the Bashford's website.
Where Is Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa Located?
What Attractions Are Near Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa?
The Salton Sea State Recreation Area is 8 miles south, offering birdwatching and hiking. Slab City is 4 miles away, and Salvation Mountain is 5 miles from the resort. The nearest grocery store is 12 miles north in Calipatria.
What Activities Are Available at Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa?
On-site recreation includes mineral soaking, star gazing in the desert sky, and socializing in the communal pool area. The resort hosts occasional potluck dinners and community bonfires.
What Is the Atmosphere Like at Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa?
Bashford's attracts long-term snowbirds from November to March, with a mix of full-time RV residents and short-term visitors seeking therapeutic soaks. The atmosphere is quiet, rustic, and social, with guests often sharing stories around the pool.
Are Pets Allowed at Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa?
Dogs are allowed at Bashford's Hot Mineral Spa with a maximum of 2 pets per site and a $2 nightly pet fee. Pets must remain leashed, and owners must clean up after them immediately.
