PARKING & DAY USE
$10 donation per person--- trail access & use of facilities until 6pm
TRAILHEAD CAMPING-- $15 donation per person
Trailhead camping is the original campsites on the East side of the campground by the main trailhead. Picnic tables, fire pits & a patch of grass turf are at each campsite. Potable water & pit toilet nearby with free solar showers, or for additional $5, instant hot water showers available by office.
JUNIPER FLATS CAMPING
$20 donation per person
Larger more secluded sites on the west side of campground with alternate trailhead nearby. Clothing optional camp areas with potable water spigots & flush toilets throughout. Free instant hot water showers.
Saturday Night Spa & Sauna
we offer sauna, spa, & pool table access in our recreation tent for an additional $10.
ZIPLINING: INDIVIDUAL RATES
$10 equipment fee + $5 per ride, ($15/1 ride, $20/2 rides). GROUP RATES- $60 up to 4 people/8 rides *Wind direction determines which ziplines are available. Must be at least 8 yrs old, 4'10" tall, and able to reach the brake lever.
*You can pre-pay before arrival with Zelle or use the links below, just text a screenshot of your payment with your name and vehicle license plate # to the Zelle #760-261-1054
The trailhead to the Deep Creek Hot Springs is right on the property, making it the easiest & shortest hike to the hot spring pools. And with campground facilities & all the amenities, there's no better place to park or camp when visiting the Deep Creek Hot Springs!
The Campground Gate is Always Open 24/7, So You can arrive on the property any time. Just make sure you check-in immediately & pay attendant at one of the registration trailers or use the drop box.
Deep Creek
Hot Springs Campground & Parking Area @ the Bowen Ranch
Zelle # 760-261-1054
Campground General Information:
*There are 2 Camp Areas on the Property, the Original Trailhead Camp Area on the East Side and the New Juniper Flats Camp Area on the West Side of the property.
Both Camp Areas Have their Own Trailhead & Trail Access, Picnic Tables & Fire Pits (BBQ Grills Available)
Pit Toilets, Potable Water & Free Solar Showers are Located in the Original Trailhead Camp Area
Flush Toilets, Potable Water & Instant Hot Water Showers are in Juniper Flats Camp Area
Juniper Flats is a Clothing Optional Camp Area
Generators, Power Banks, Battery Boxes Available for Rent
Firewood, Snacks & Cold Drinks For Sale on Site for $10/bundle
Breakfast Served on the Weekends
Dogs are OK to bring, but not allowed in the hot spring pools
Glamping Tent Rentals Available for Rent in the Juniper Flats Camp Area, and Unique Group Sites with Private Hot/Cold Spring Pools Available for Rent. See more info, pictures & reservation link below.
Although children are permitted on the property, we do not recommend bringing them due to the occasional nudity that may be seen on the property and the difficulty of the hike.
Reservations are not needed for campsites, we always have plenty. Text us if you have a large group & want us to save you an area--1-760-515-7525
Photos of the Campground and Deep Creek Hot Springs
Furnished Glamping Tent Rentals
Relax & recharge your batteries in one of our off-the-grid double lined furnished glamping tents. Everything you need for a perfect camping trip all set up for you and ready when you get here! Each tent has a queen size bed, a sofa, 2 tables & chairs, a camp stove, an outdoor gas grill, picnic table & fire pit. Portable charging stations & indoor propane heater available, fuel canisters not included. Pay for generator hours and enjoy the mini-split heater/ac in each tent, with lighting & power outlets. $80/night, 2 people, extra people $20. Generator for electricity $6/hr.
Private Hot Spring Pool Rental
Rent our private hot spring pool site for your special occasion or big event. Pools made from natural rock are filled with fresh water from our warm spring located on the property and heated to 107 * . Or rent our unique cold spring pool site with a cabin. (2 night minimum + charge per person)
Huge Recreation Party Tent Available for Private Events
Huge canvas tent with dry sauna, Jacuzzi, dance pole, & tournament size pool table. $200 + camping rates per day.
Directions Getting Here:
From the I-15, Exit Ranchero or Main St. in Hesperia, head east about 8 miles to Rock Springs Road.
Drive east on Rock Springs Road about 4 miles, and go past the 4-way stop at Kiowa Road, where it turns into Roundup Way.
Follow Roundup Way 2 miles, turn left on Central Rd.
Drive North on Central for 1/2 mile, then turn right on Ocotillo Way.
Drive about 3 miles East on Ocotillo Way, then
Turn right onto Bowen Ranch Rd.(a dirt road) and follow south for 6.2 miles
After 2.5 miles, keep RIGHT at the Coxey Truck Trail split.
Drive over & past a cattle guard at mile 4
Our entrance is 6.2 miles down Bowen Ranch Rd from Ocotillo Way. You will see a "Bowen Ranch" sign hanging on telephone poles at our entrance & a tall metal water tank on the hill.
If you see an old shack cabin, turn around! You are at the wrong place! We are another 1/2 mile further down Bowen Ranch Road.
Remember to keep right at the 3 way split just before our entrance.
A 4 wheel drive is NOT necessary to drive here unless it just snowed or rained for several days.
Screenshot these directions and a map before you leave, because you will lose cell service & navigation the last 5 miles. Cell service returns on the property.
WARNING! Do NOT accidentally go here & get harassed! Our Entrance is 1/2 mile further down Bowen Ranch Rd.
IMPORTANT!!!
Don't rely on Google or Apple maps for the best directions!
From the I-15, take Ranchero, Main st. or Bear Valley Rd.
Make sure your directions DO NOT take you on Bonita Vista, Japatul, Juniper Flats or Deep Creek Road.
From the I-10/247, take HWY 18 to Bear Valley Rd then left on Central, Not Milpas or High Rd.
You must take Bowen Ranch Road the last 6.2 miles, or the roads will be treacherous meant for 4x4's. Do not take Deep Creek Rd, Juniper Flats Rd or Japatul!
Low profile 2WD vehicles make it to the property just fine. You should not need a 4WD to reach the property unless it has snowed.
See the Youtube video links below for good driving & hiking directions also.
Drive Past Cattle Guard at Mile 4
Keep Right at 3-Way split at Mile 6
Our Entrance is 6.2 Miles Down Bowen Ranch Rd. From Ocotillo Way
Keep Right at Coxey Truck Trail Split (oak springs ranch sign)
WARNING! Do NOT accidentally go here & get harassed! We are at the next driveway!
