Those of you who have been there know that it is an awesome place!

So how about a low key, pretty cheap, relatively close, incredibly relaxing venture up that way?

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Harbin is a retreat center with hot springs that are pumped into a variety of different temperature pools. They have free yoga and meditation classes and some amazing massage opportunities (You have to pay for massages.)

PLEASE NOTE: 
THE HOT SPRINGS POOLS ARE CLOTHING OPTIONAL AND COED. SO IF YOU ARE SQUEAMISH ABOUT NAKEDNESS AND BOOBIES, YOU SHOULD PERHAPS CONSIDER ATTENDED A DIFFERENT OUTING. You are not required to strip down.

There is always a sizable gay contingent there.


Check out the website; just type Harbin Hot Springs into Google. ( I believe we are not allowed to have links in the event descriptions)


You have some options for lodging.

You can camp for free when you pay the $35 (24 hours use of the pools) day fee or pay for one of the rooms (which go fast) they have in their more traditional lodging.

Everyone pays a $10 "membership fee."

To see more about rates and to enquire about room options, check out the website for more details.


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If this isnt rugged enough for you, there are some hikes on the property and some more strenuous hikes in parks nearby.

 Harbin Hot Springs, 18424 Harbin Springs Road, Middletown, CA 95461

Driving directions from multiple locals on website.