Dec 08, 2017 — This is the southern approach to Deep Creek Hot Springs, the Bradford Ridge Path (not sure why it's "Path" instead of "Trail", but whatever), avoiding a long drive from the L.A. area to the Bowen Ranch Trailhead, which also includes a $5 day use fee or something. I didn't go to that trailhead, because it was shorter, looked more crowded, and also fairly boring. This southern approach was really nice, and although I'm sure it also gets popular, I went in the morning and was pretty much solo the whole time. The Bradford Ridge Path is really easy to follow and takes you through some pretty hills and down a steep section leading right to Deep Creek. At the trail junction, head right and you'll be at the hot springs. The Deep Creek Hot Springs are beautiful, and despite the tree swing, slackline, and uncountable pieces of trash left behind, it's really peaceful if you come early on a weekday to get the whole place to yourself. I found at least 6 pools with great temperatures and comfy sandy bottoms.
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