Agua Caliente County Park
park in the United States of America
Agua Caliente County Park is a 910 acres (370 ha; 1.42 sq mi) park with geothermally heated springs. The park is located just west of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, in eastern San Diego County, California. Agua Caliente is located about 110 miles (180 km) east of downtown San Diego. Spring water feed pools include an outdoor swimming pool, an outdoor wading pool for children, and an indoor 102 °F (39 °C) therapeutic spa. Site amenities include a caravan area, full and partial hookup RV sites, non-hookup sites, tent camping, and cabins. Facilities include shuffle board, horseshoes, day use picnic area, and dressing rooms. 3.95 miles (6.36 km) hiking trails from flat terrain to steep rocky trails.
Season and hours
The park is open from the Friday of Labor Day weekend until Memorial Day. The park is closed during the hot summer months. Camping is open 24 hours and campsites can be reserved as far as a year in advance.
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