Saddle Mountain Freehike & El Dorado Hot Springs

Only three naturists attended, but still we had a great time.

Amy, Joel, and I drove down to Saddle Mountain Tuesday February 27^th.  The weather was ‘perfect’ - sunny, in the mid-60s.  Walking naked up a dirt road, near the base of Saddle Mountain felt great, the sun with a slight breeze encompassing our entire bodies (except feet of course).  The hike was moderately easy.  The scenery was marvelous!

We stopped occasionally to take photos of the scenery and our naked selves.  The poppies were blooming.  A circular natural-bridge could be seen near the top of a hill.  It was a special place and memory.

After hiking for several miles, we returned to the car and then stopped at El Dorado Hot Springs for a naked soak.  This was our first visit.  Matt (the owner) checked us in.  Birds and even pigs were in the entrance yard.  The naked area was separated from other soaking and camping areas.  The cost was only $10 for the hour we needed to relax our muscles.  The natural hot spring water was clear, though I understand it contains healthy minerals.  The natural temperature was about 102 degrees – perfect for a long soak.  The naked area contained two group tubs, and five single tubs.  We enjoyed talking with several other guys who were soaking, even on a Tuesday.

After soaking, we stopped for a burger lunch.

All in all, we had a wonderful day freehiking near Saddle Mountain and soaking a El Dorado Hot Springs.  Those who couldn’t attend definitely missed something special.  We would recommend this trip to everyone – maybe in the future.

Here is what other attendees said:

“After a nice easy and scenic hike in the desert of about 3 or 4 miles we went to Eldorado Hot Spring and were pleased the entrance fee was only $10 per hour.  The temperature of the pools were at an awesome 102 deg.  An hour was all we needed!  On the way home we had dinner at historic Rock Springs Cafe!  What a great day!” – Joel

“After spending 5 days snowbound in our home, this day was just what the doctor ordered!  The sun was shining, the temperature was perfect, the wildflowers were blooming, and the mountains were beautiful.  Naked hikes allow me to fully experience life through ALL of my senses.  The freedom of feeling the sun and the breeze on my entire body is indescribably delicious!  Drinking in the beauty and sounds (it was blissfully quiet) of my surroundings while naked causes me to feel at one with nature.  Relaxing in the hot tub at El Dorado Hot Springs was a nice addition to our day.  This is a day I definitely would love to repeat and be able to share with many more of you.” - Amy