Saline Hot Springs near Death Valley

Saline Valley *is* called the road to hell ... or is it road from hell? Anyways, it's near Death Valley. Actually, the park annexed it and it is now part of Death Valley. It's something like 40 miles of washboard (I'm not sure of the exact number). It is well worth the drive! But you'll want to stay for at least the weekend. Many different pools to experience. And of course, no clothing is required unless you feel a little too chilly at night (which happens in Feb!). There's plenty of hiking and 4-wheeling. There's out-side showers (you should see the view!) Have you ever experienced a shower while enjoying a view of the mountains? The source is completely plumbed to pools and the water is safe to drink. What more can I say ... you're missing one of the best hot springs on earth!! I'll have to look up the directions at home ... but basically, you go up 395 and turn east at Olancha. Then turn north on Saline Valley Road. Eventually you go past some sand dunes and come to an intersection (hard to describe exactly) and turn east. The best way to go the first time is to follow someone who's already been there.

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