Sam’s Family Spa

## Overview Sam's Family Spa is a natural hot spring located in the desert landscape near Desert Hot Springs, California, at approximately 33.92°N, 116.43°W. Situated in the Coachella Valley region of Riverside County, this area is renowned for its geothermally heated mineral waters, which rise from deep underground along the Mission Creek Fault. The Desert Hot Springs area has been celebrated for its natural hot springs for centuries — the Cahuilla people, the region's indigenous inhabitants, are believed to have used these thermal waters long before European settlement. In the early 20th century, the area's hot mineral springs attracted health seekers and spa developers, giving rise to the many spa resorts and bathhouses that dot the community today. Sam's Family Spa is part of this rich tradition of mineral spring bathing in the region. The geothermal waters in the Desert Hot Springs area are typically heated by the earth's natural processes as groundwater percolates deep below the surface and is warmed by geothermal energy before rising back up through fractures in the rock. Water temperatures at area springs and spas commonly range from warm to very hot, and the mineral content often includes dissolved silica, sulfate, and other trace minerals, though specific water quality data for this particular location has not been independently verified. ## Directions 1. From Interstate 10, take the Palm Drive / Gene Autry Trail exit heading north toward Desert Hot Springs. 2. Continue north on Palm Drive into the city of Desert Hot Springs. 3. Navigate to the GPS coordinates **33.9225, -116.4251** using a GPS device or smartphone mapping app for the most precise route to Sam's Family Spa. 4. The spa is located within the residential and commercial spa district of Desert Hot Springs. Look for signage along the local streets. *Note: These directions are based on the GPS coordinates provided and general knowledge of the area. It is recommended to confirm the exact address and current operating status before visiting.* ## What to Expect Sam's Family Spa is located in the heart of the Desert Hot Springs area, a community known for its abundance of natural hot mineral spring pools. Visitors to the region can expect an arid desert climate with warm to hot temperatures for much of the year, making the cooler months (October through April) especially popular for soaking. The surrounding landscape features open desert terrain with views of the San Bernardino Mountains to the north and the Coachella Valley stretching to the south. As a family-oriented spa, visitors may find mineral water pools of varying temperatures suitable for relaxation and soaking. The natural mineral waters in this part of the Coachella Valley have historically been valued for their warmth and mineral content, and many visitors over the years have reported that the waters feel soothing and restorative. Because this is a developed spa facility rather than a wilderness spring, visitors should check ahead for current hours of operation, admission fees, and any amenities offered. Desert Hot Springs is a small but welcoming community with numerous dining and lodging options nearby.