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Outdoors

Hot springs near Santa Ana

5 named hot springs within 100 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.

Hot springs within 100 mi

5

Closest

40.4 mi

Urbita Hot Springs

Worth the drive

Urbita Hot Springs
Urbita Hot Springs40.4 miPhoto: California Historical Society/University of Southern California Library, Public domain
Deep Creek Hot Springs
Deep Creek Hot Springs57 miPhoto: Eeekster Richard Ellis, CC BY 3.0
Willett Hot Springs
Willett Hot Springs88.7 miPhoto: Nudeturtle at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0

Map

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All hot springs, nearest first

  1. 40.4mi
    Urbita Hot Springs

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  2. 57mi
    Deep Creek Hot Springs

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  3. 69.4mi
    Pan Hot Springs

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  4. 78mi
    Warner Hot Spring

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  5. 88.7mi
    Willett Hot Springs

    About ↗Directions ↗

Straight-line distance from the center of Santa Ana; driving and trail distances are longer.

Before you go

Keep your head above water

Warm fresh water can carry a rare brain-eating amoeba. Don’t dunk your head or let water go up your nose.

Test before you soak

Natural springs can be scalding near the source. Many thermal areas, like geyser basins, are off-limits to soaking.

Pack it out

Primitive springs have no trash service. Leave no glass or soap, and respect clothing-optional customs where posted.

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Questions

What is the closest hot spring to Santa Ana?

Urbita Hot Springs, about 40.4 miles from the center of Santa Ana.

How many hot springs are near Santa Ana?

5 named hot springs are within 100 miles.

Are the hot springs near Santa Ana free?

It depends. Resort and spa springs charge for entry, while primitive springs on public land are usually free but may need a hike or a parking pass.

Sources: Wikidata and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), checked 2026-11-08; photos from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown. Access, fees and conditions change; check before visiting.

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