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Glen Ivy Hot Springs

Riverside County, California · 6.3 miles south of El Cerrito Corona, CA

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Type
Natural Natural hot spring
Water temperature
131°F (55°C) at the source
Cost
Not recorded
Hours or season
Not recorded
Clothing
Not recorded
Nearest town
El Cerrito Corona, CA (6 mi / 10 km)
Coordinates
Pools or sources
1
Safety notes
  • Scalding: recorded at 50°C or above. Water at this temperature causes burns in seconds.
  • Historical record only: this spring has not been confirmed on the ground since 1981 and may be on private land.

About Glen Ivy Hot Springs

Glen Ivy Hot Springs is a natural hot spring in Riverside County, California, about 6.3 miles south of El Cerrito Corona, CA. The nearest large city is Corona, CA, roughly 9 miles away as the crow flies.

The temperature at the source has been recorded at 131°F (55°C). That puts it in the "too hot to enter at the source" range. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.

It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.

This spring comes from the US federal Thermal Springs List compiled in 1981. Nobody has confirmed it on the ground for this directory since, so treat the details as historical. Many springs on that list sit on private ranch land, so never visit without permission.

Water temperature

131°F55°C temperature at the source
60°F98°F104°F140°F180°F

Too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.

Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.

Map and directions

Red marks Glen Ivy Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 33.75300, -117.49500.

Location of Glen Ivy Hot Springs in California

Getting there

  • Nearest town: El Cerrito Corona, CA. The spring is about 6.3 miles (10 km) south of town in a straight line.
  • Nearest large city: Corona, CA, about 9 miles (14 km) in a straight line.
  • Planning from a city? See hot springs near Riverside, CA.
  • Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.

Weather forecast

Live forecast for this exact spot from the US National Weather Service.

Hot springs near Glen Ivy Hot Springs

Before you go

  • Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
  • Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
  • Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
  • Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
  • Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Glen Ivy Hot Springs?

The temperature at the source has been recorded at 131°F (55°C), which is too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.

Where is Glen Ivy Hot Springs?

Glen Ivy Hot Springs is in Riverside County, California, about 6.3 miles south of El Cerrito Corona, CA. The GPS coordinates are 33.7530, -117.4950.

How do I get to Glen Ivy Hot Springs?

Head for El Cerrito Corona, CA; the spring is about 6.3 miles south of town. Enter the GPS coordinates 33.7530, -117.4950 into Google Maps or Apple Maps, or use the directions buttons at the top of this page. Mountain and forest roads can close in winter or after storms, so check with the land manager before you go.

Can you soak at Glen Ivy Hot Springs?

The source is too hot to enter safely. Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.

What hot springs are near Glen Ivy Hot Springs?

The closest listed spring is San Juan Hot Springs, about 11 miles south. Lakeview Hot Springs is about 21 miles away.

What should I bring to a hot spring?

Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.

Sources and corrections

This listing combines the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1

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