Franklin Hot Springs

3015 Creston Rd, Paso Robles, CA

Franklin Hot Springs is a family-owned natural hot springs property on Creston Road outside Paso Robles, welcoming visitors since 1963. The site features chemical-free hot soaking pools ranging from 97-101°F, a 101°F hot tub, plus a small lake on the property where guests can fish or boat — no fishing license required. The format is rustic and outdoors-focused: this isn't a polished destination spa, it's a genuinely old-school working hot springs that's been in the same family for three generations. Day-use admission runs around $7, with RV camping at $30 and walk-in tent camping available. There are no treatments, no spa menu, no robes — just access to the springs, the lake, and a shaded picnic area. The crowd is locals, RVers, and budget-minded travelers willing to trade luxury for authenticity. Best fit for someone seeking the most affordable mineral soaking option in the metro, who wants an outdoor format and isn't looking for a treatment menu. Open daily 7:30am to 9pm.